SLEEP

SLEEP UNDER STARS JUNE 23RD

Bike Virginia offers a unique combination of accommodation choices for our riders. You can camp outdoors and sleep under the stars or lodge in a hotel, inn or bed & breakfast.

Unlike other tours such as GOBA, Bike Florida, Ride the Rockies, Cycle Oregon, and Cycle North Carolina we offer distinct and diverse riding every day without having to move camp over and over (and over). We relocate only once!

Our tour locations for 2017 are the regions surrounding Lexington/Buena Vista and Staunton VA. See all of the details for the camping options below.

EVENT HEADQUARTERS

iconMapDarkHQ1 Glen Maury Park

Maury River Rd
Buena Vista, VA 24416

June 23–25, 2017

This is our event headquarters location for the first half of the 6-DAY TOUR and the entire 3-DAY WEEKEND package. Those staying for the second half of the tour will move to HQ2 on Monday morning, June 26th.

NOTE: For those who plan to arrive early we do not have permission to camp in our area until Friday at 10am.  

iconMapDarkHQ2 Staunton Crossing

N Frontier Dr & State Rte 714
Staunton, VA 24401

June 26–28, 2017

This is our event headquarters location for the second half of the 6-DAY TOUR and the entire 3-DAY WEEKDAY package. All participants will leave directly from here at the conclusion of the tour by 5pm Wednesday. June 28th.

NOTE: For those who plan to arrive early we do not have permission to camp in our area until Monday at 7am.

WHERE DO YOU WANT TO SLEEP?

OUTSIDE
INSIDE

OUTDOORS

OUTDOOR CAMPING

Most Bike Virginia cyclists camp each night on the grounds of Event Headquarters (see addresses above). Camping is a fun way to spend time with other cyclists. Don’t worry though, our camping areas are quiet and restful. We have quiet hours from 10pm to 6am.

  • Riders bring their own tent and camping gear unless they book a tent reservation with an assisted-camping service.
  • Riders move their own camping gear to HQ2. Be sure to read the details on our new “Double Vision” format.
  • Cooking is not allowed in the camping areas for fire regulation and hygiene reasons.
  • You may bring a shade canopy, but please respect the space of other campers. Shade canopies must be securely staked to reduce the risk of injury and property damage.
  • We will have a small outdoor camping area for a limited number of CPAP machines to connect. Just bring your own extension cord of 50ft please. Please contact us to save a spot.

TIP ICE will not be available at HQ. All campers need to make other arrangements. There are plenty of locations close by to get ice for coolers, and on move day pick up some more along the way. If you have any other questions, contact us.

ASSISTED CAMPING

Mobile camping services will be provided at Bike Virginia. These rental services will save you time and energy at the camping area by allowing them to do the work for you. In addition to supplying you with the camping basics, they will also set up and tear down your camp when we relocate.

NEW If you are interested in this service, please contact Charlton or Lynn at VeloSante (828-545-1039)

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INDOOR CAMPING

We will not be able to offer indoor camping in 2017. Due to the preferred venue type of our participants we will no longer be staying in schools. You may wish to consider assisted camping or hotels instead.

TIP We will have a small outdoor camping area for a limited number of CPAP machines to connect. Just bring your own extension cord of 50ft please.

RV CAMPING

Limited space is available for RV’s at Event Headquarters.  Reservations are required.  Please see our Registration page for further information on fees (hookups not included).

CAMPING LUGGAGE SERVICES

Returning for 2017, we have Double Vision!  Move day (Monday) relocation is done by you, in your car so your gear is never out of your possession.

  • On Move day (Monday) set up camp before or after you ride, the choice is yours.
  • Have your extra gear handy at camp in your car. Take an extra bike, or take clothing for changing weather, the choices are limited only to the space you have in your car.
  • No loading your luggage onto a truck so baggage restrictions no longer apply (just remember that we still have space constraints, and cooking is not allowed in any format).
  • The ride finishes at camp 2, where your car will be located. Finish at your leisure, enjoy lunch, and then hit the road when you’re ready. No waiting on your gear, no mandatory ride length.

Be sure to read about all the exciting changes that come with the Double Vision format.

DOUBLE VISION

Returning for 2017, our Double Vision format gives you access to your car for the entire tour!

Be sure to read about all the exciting changes that come with the Double Vision format.

INDOORS

HOTELS

If you’re not the camping type then we’ve got you covered!

Our tour is visiting two host communities in 2017. Each town has several hotel and accommodation options.

NEW Hotel booking options have changed for 2017!  View instructions on booking hotels in the tab below titled “Hotel Reservations”.

In addition to hotels, the region offers a selection of Inns/B&B, cabins, and private homes for rent. Links are provided below for the local Visitor Center list of accommodations.

HOTEL RESERVATIONS

NEW Hotel booking options have changed for 2017! We’ve teamed up with Hotels.com to offer a new process for booking your rooms. The rates reflected in each booking option have been negotiated and preserved with room blocks. Of course, you can always choose to find and book a hotel room on your own.
  1. Look at the list for Lexington for Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights. Select a hotel that meets your preferences.
  2. Call the hotel to book. Tell them you are with the Bike Virginia Tour.
  3. Retain your records. Bike Virginia cannot assist with hotel questions. Please call the hotel directly.
  4. If you are riding with us Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday look at the hotel list for Staunton for Monday and Tuesday night (Wednesday optional). Select a hotel that meets your preferences.
  5. Call the hotel to book. Tell them you are with the Bike Virginia Tour.
  6. Retain your records. Bike Virginia cannot assist with hotel questions. Please call the hotel directly.
PLEASE NOTE:
  • YOU MUST CALL the hotel to take part in the negotiated rate. You cannot text, email or snapchat to get these rates.
  • Availability is not guaranteed. Locations that are booked up will be removed as soon as possible.
  • Please note that Hotels.com points are not accrued for room block nights and points cannot be applied for lodging if you book through our room block.
  • Bike Virginia is not in any way a part of your booking. All transactions are made between you and the hotel. Please be sure to keep your reservation details. We have no access to booking information and are not part of your lodging process. Bike Virginia does not set reservation policies such as cancellation policies. Be sure to ask your hotel about these details before you book.
BOOK HOTELS @LEXINGTON

HQ1 (camping and riding) is in Buena Vista, a short 10 minute drive from Lexington. Lexington is the location of our hotels.

BOOK HOTELS @STAUNTON

HQ2 is close to Interstate 81 and a short 5 minutes from downtown Staunton. Hotels are located both along the interstate and closer to downtown Staunton. We also have hotels in nearby Waynesboro, about 10 minutes away.

LUGGAGE TRANSFER / HOTEL SHUTTLES

We no longer offer shuttle service from headquarters to official event hotels. Drive your car over at your leisure and park at our headquarters.

We no longer offer luggage transfer services. Riders move their own gear now that we are on the “Double Vision” format. Please be sure to read about the changes.

BED & BREAKFASTS

Lodging options for the 2017 Bike Virginia Tour include camping, hotels, and private B&B/Inns.  If you prefer a smaller Inn or Bed & Breakfast (B&B) for your lodging please visit the following pages:

https://lexingtonvirginia.com/directory/lodging

http://www.visitstaunton.com/stay/bed-breakfastsinns/

DOUBLE VISION

Returning for 2017, our Double Vision format gives you access to your car for the entire tour!

Be sure to read about all the exciting changes that come with the Double Vision format.