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RAGBRAI Route to Include Towns of Perry, Panora and Yale
Three Raccoon Valley towns will host cyclists during the annual bike ride across Iowa.
Apr. 4, 2026 at 3:35pm
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The full route for this year's Register's Annual Great Bike Ride Across Iowa (RAGBRAI) has been released, and three towns in the Raccoon Valley Radio listening area - Yale, Panora in Guthrie County, and Perry in Dallas County - will be featured on the third day of the event. Cyclists will travel from Guthrie Center to the overnight stop in Boone, passing through the three towns along the way.
Why it matters
RAGBRAI is a beloved annual tradition that brings thousands of cyclists to communities across Iowa, providing an economic boost and showcasing the state's natural beauty. The inclusion of these Raccoon Valley towns highlights their appeal as destinations for outdoor enthusiasts and cycling fans.
The details
On the third leg of RAGBRAI on July 20, bike riders will travel from Guthrie Center to the overnight stop in Boone. Participants will pass through Yale and Panora before heading to Perry, which will be the meeting town for the day for riders and support vehicles. The day's route will cover 60.6 miles and 1,583 feet of climb, with the theme being College Jersey Day.
- The full RAGBRAI route was released on April 4, 2026.
- The third day of the event, featuring the Raccoon Valley towns, will take place on July 20, 2026.
The players
RAGBRAI
The Register's Annual Great Bike Ride Across Iowa, a beloved annual tradition that brings thousands of cyclists to communities across the state.
Guthrie Center
A town in Iowa that was previously announced as an overnight stop on Day 2 of RAGBRAI.
Yale
A town in Guthrie County, Iowa that will be featured on the third day of RAGBRAI.
Panora
A town in Guthrie County, Iowa that will be featured on the third day of RAGBRAI.
Perry
A town in Dallas County, Iowa that will be the meeting town for the day on the third day of RAGBRAI.
The takeaway
The inclusion of these Raccoon Valley towns in the RAGBRAI route highlights the appeal of these communities as destinations for outdoor enthusiasts and cycling fans, providing an economic boost and showcasing the natural beauty of the region.
