CLIMB TO NEW JERSEY’S HIGHEST POINT
The hilly Highlands region outside of Butler features great climbs and ascends to the highest point in New Jersey. A great event for all-around cyclists who can power up short climbs and still have the energy to push the pace in a group.
JUST 30 MINUTES FROM NEW YORK CITY
This ride from Butler, New Jersey is a great way to experience the landscape outside the New York City metro area. With remarkably quiet country roads, shady tree canopies, and a downtown start/finish at High Point Brewery, this beautiful and challenging ride is well worth the trip. The Gran Route crosses the Appalachian trail eight time and showcases some spectacular. It’s hard to believe riding this good is located so close to the New York/New Jersey metropolitan area.
FUN & SUPPORTIVE ATMOSPHERE
With proximity to huge cycling communities in New York and New Jersey, the Highlands Gran Fondo attracts a large and diverse peloton of competitive, supportive, and fun-loving cyclists of all ability levels. A great opportunity to make a family visit to NYC and get in some great riding!
SAFETY AND SUPPORT
Ride with confidence on the marked and marshaled course, supported by law enforcement, safety motos, mechanic and sag vehicles, and staffed feed stations.
2025 USA CYCLING GRAN FONDO NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS
Results can qualify riders for the 2025 USA Cycling Gran Fondo National Championships, to be held during Gran Fondo Maryland in Frederick, MD on September 14, 2025.
PRIZE RAFFLE
We have more than $5000 of prizes to give out from Series sponsors, and ALL riders are eligible to win.
BONUS: Earn an extra raffle ticket by wearing any Gran Fondo National Series jersey during the event!
BENEFICIARY
BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA
Patriots’ Path Council, #358
Sign up by May 6, 2025 (26 days before event) and receive a custom pro-level jersey crafted by Suarez Clothing!
For more information visit: https://www.granfondonationalseries.com/gran-fondo-highlands
| PRICE PERIOD | GRAN & MEDIO | PICCOLO |
|---|---|---|
| Until January 10, 2025 | $150 | $95 |
| Jan 11 - Apr 2, 2025 | $160 | $105 |
| Apr 3 - May 18, 2025 | $170 | $115 |
| May 19 - May 28, 2025 | $190 | $135 |
| May 29 - On-site | $200 | $145 |
Parking:
Butler High School 38 Bartholdi Ave, Butler, NJ 07405. Parking regulations will be enforced- Do not park in restricted parking areas you will be fined if you are in violation of parking. There is lots of space at the school and it’s close to the start finish area. Please park at the school.
Aid Stations:
Fully stocked aid stations and SAG support to keep you going
There will be 4 aid stations along the 100 mile route, 2 on the 64mi, and 1 on the 25mi (about every 20-25 miles). Food and water will be provided in single-serving packages. We will provide Water, Heed sports drink, Soda, Hammer Gel, Hammer Bars, Bananas, Clementines, Cookies, Chips, Fig Bars, an other items.
Bathrooms:
Aid-Station will have bathrooms.
Timing Chips:
You must have your timing chips installed on race morning. You will be issued a timing chip, if you do not return the timing chip you will be charged $100.
At the Finish
Upon reaching the finish line, riders will be directed into a one-way finishers' chute to: Return Timing Chip, take complimentary Finisher Photo, and Post-Ride food and beverage. Riders with particular dietary needs should be prepared with own post-ride food options.
4 Timed Sections in the Gran Route – Best Combined Time Wins
Custom “Race Winner” cycling kit from SUAREZ for all Gran Route age group winners
Podium ceremony and awards for Gran Route, top 3 by age group and sex
Podium ceremony for Medio and Piccolo Route, top 3 by age group and sex
