Bacoon Ride

Like bicycles? Like bacon? Like scenic trails and small-town charm? The Bacoon Ride brings it all together for Iowa’s most delicious day on two wheels. This wildly popular annual event cruises through several central Iowa towns along the beautiful Raccoon River Valley Trail (RRVT). At every stop, riders are greeted with mouthwatering bacon-themed food and drinks, turning a scenic spin into a sizzling celebration of flavor.

Your registration includes a full day of bacon stops and samples, a commemorative PassPORK punch card to track your tasty progress, and a fun Bacoon-themed keepsake to remember the ride. Whether you’re here for the miles, the memories, or the crispy goodness, the Bacoon Ride delivers an unforgettable experience that draws cyclists from across the country year after year. 🥓🚴

• Access to the Pre-ride packet pickup party
• A branded wristband to get you access to the food and fun on the ride
• 7+ Delicious bacon snacks and treats at stops along the route
• A custom Bacoon Star Wars themed t-shirt
• A commemorative PassPORK punch card for all your bacon treats
• 2026 Des Moines Area Trail Map
• Ability to participate in the theme costume contest
• After party with live music
• SAG and safety support on the ride
• Support to Dallas County Conservation and their trail maintenance efforts
• Support to Guthrie County Conservation and their trail efforts
• Support to the Iowa Bicycle Coalition's bike advocacy mission

You will need to bring your printed receipt or be prepared to show the receipt on your mobile device.

Friday, June 19
Packet Pickup: 5 pm – 8 pm
Mickey's Irish Pub - Waukee

Saturday, June 20th
Packet Pickup: 7 am – 9 am
RRVT Trailhead - Waukee

This year's Bacoon ride route is REVERSED!

Bacoon Ride Route:

• Waukee
• Adel
• Redfield
• Linden
• Panora
• Yale
• Herndon
• Jamaica
• Dawson
• Perry
• Minburn
• Dallas Center
• Waukee

Primal Bacoon jerseys are available for order via the Primal Team Store. Order before May 4th and your jersey will be available for pick up the day of the ride.

SAG support on the Bacoon Ride will be provided by Thirsty Pigs. SAG will follow the route and schedule of the ride during the listed times.

By registering for this ride, you have played an important role supporting in bicycle advocacy. We look forward to sharing with you how these events grow bicycling but also play a role in funding our advocacy work at the legislature, DOT, and putting more kids on bikes with our Safe Routes to School Program. When you bicycle on Iowa’s trails or roadways, you want an enjoyable ride taking you safely to your destination. We work to make Iowa bicycling safe, accessible, and enjoyable for all. Donate at .

Info: Check in for the ride and hit the trail at the RRVT trailhead in Waukee

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