Franklin–Hodgenville Road Ride (Kentucky, USA)

Point‑to‑point across south‑central Kentucky from Franklin to Hodgenville. Expect a long day out: roughly 175 km with around 1,300 m of climbing. It rolls through farmland and small towns, with plenty of gentle ups and downs rather than big mountain passes.

This is mostly an on‑road route with long stretches on busier roads and very little dedicated cycleway. It suits confident road riders who are comfortable riding in traffic. Lights and high‑vis are a good idea, and plan your stops—services can be spaced out in rural sections.

Surface data is partly missing, but you’ll see a lot of paved tarmac and typical Kentucky backroads. Wider tires aren’t essential, yet a bit of cushioning won’t hurt on rougher bits.

Finish in Hodgenville, home of the Abraham Lincoln Birthplace National Historical Park—worth a quick look if you’ve got time. Ride it either direction, start early, and bring enough water and snacks. A solid endurance ride with classic Kentucky scenery and steady, rolling elevation.