Take an Organized Ride
Want to connect with other biking enthusiasts while in Ponte Vedra? Join one of the organized rides often available in the Ponte Vedra area and get a great workout while meeting new friends.
Ponte Vedra and Surrounding Trails
Organized Biking in Ponte Vedra
Some of the most knowledgeable bikers in Ponte Vedra organize rides and can help you plan for a great biking experience while in the area. Often, these rides take place after work in the cooler evening hours or on Saturday and Sunday mornings.
One of the better-known entities is the North Florida Bicycle Club. You can use its website to see upcoming riding events and choose an option that works best for you. These rides vary substantially in both length and type and can include fat-tire beach rides leaving from Mickler’s Landing to mountain biking in the Guana Research Reserve.
You can often get a good preview of each ride as organizers frequently provide starting points, maps showing varying lengths and durations, as well as riding surfaces and tips for planning your ride to make the most of the experience. These organized rides require the use of a helmet and sometimes include a brief safety briefing to help riders stay safe.
With advanced planning, you can also participate in more significant biking events like the annual Tour de Forts Classic, typically held in September. The Classic features bicycle tours through several scenic and historic routes in St. Johns County and can attract more than 700 riders.
Details
Experience: Take an Organized Ride
Address: Will vary depending on ride – check with ride organizer
Hours: Ride times will vary – check with ride organizer
Website: https://www.nfbc.us/
Facilities Available: Will vary depending on ride – check with ride organizer
Level of Difficulty: Will vary depending on ride – check with ride organizer
Other Information: Visit the Ponte Vedra Visitor Information Center to learn more about the area.
Expert Tips
✓ Secure Your Bike
Make sure to bring a lock if you will be going inside and plan on leaving your bike unattended.
✓ Time Your Ride
Ride mid-morning — traffic will be lighter, and it will still be cooler for the ride. Bring your helmet and plenty of water.
✓ Share the Road
Be mindful of other vehicles and recreational users while riding.
✓ Stay on Trails
When riding on natural trails, stay on the established paths and avoid disturbing sensitive areas.
✓ Use Reef-Safe Sunscreen
Stick to sunscreens free of oxybenzone and octinoxate, two common chemical ingredients harmful to marine life.
✓ Leave No Trace
Keep the “natural” in natural areas by packing out everything you bring in.