ADV Routes

Adventure Routes Collection

ADV routes utilize dirt and gravel roads. None of the STAR ADV routes contain any single-track, steep climbs, big rocks or gullies. They are suitable for all dual-sport and adventure bikes regardless of size or tire selection.

Note: These routes are available for STAR attendees only-
please do not share them with others.

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All ADV Routes GPX format

Adventure Routes:

12 RockSprings ADV 244

MAP GPX
RouteType: EZ ADVENTURE
Navigation difficulty: AVERAGE
Distance: 220 - 244 miles with ~ 80 miles of two-track gravel
Lunch Stop: Food and fuel in Rocksprings
Direction from STAR HQ: NE, CLOCKWISE FIGURE 8
Comments: Depending on precipitation there will likely be water crossings and possibly algae creating slick conditions at crossings. Suitable for large ADV bikes. Since the route will require passing through bump-gates, it is best to ride with someone who can assist with gates. If a gate is closed, always close it after passing through. If found open, leave open after passing through. Food and fuel in Rocksprings. Route can be shortened by ~24 miles by skipping the FM 335 and remaining east bound on State Hwy 41. Not reliably routable on a GPS- tracks only provided.

13 Welgehausen Loop ADV 186

MAP GPX
RouteType: EZ ADVENTURE
Navigation difficulty: AVERAGE
Distance: 185 miles
Lunch Stop: Luckenbach Feed Lot, Luckenback TX
Direction from STAR HQ: SW, CLOCKWISE
Comments: Route is almost entirely paved except for ~ 30 miles of two-track gravel and mostly small county roads. Depending on precipitation there may be water crossings and possibly algae creating slick conditions at crossings. Suitable for large ADV bikes. Food and fuel in Fredericksburg. Gravel section can be bypassed by skipping the turn onto Road Ranch-to-Market 648. Don’t miss Luckenbach! There is no shortage of dining in Fredericksburg. GPS- tracks only provided.

14 Ranger Creek ADV 86

MAP GPX
RouteType: EXP ADVENTURE
Navigation difficulty: Off-Road
Distance: 86 miles
Lunch Stop: None
Direction from STAR HQ: SW, OUT & BACK
Comments: 86 miles out and back ~ 25 miles (including return) of two-track gravel with many water crossings. Depending on precipitation some water crossings will be challenging and possibly algae creating slick conditions at crossings. Experienced ADV riders should be able to navigate. Farm-to-Market 2107 ends and becomes North Prong Creek Road and eventually Ranger Creek. Road is closed with a locked gate at the end.

15 Sabinal Seco ADV 158

MAP GPX
RouteType: INT ADVENTURE
Navigation difficulty: Off-Road
Distance: 158 miles
Lunch Stop: Lost Maples Cafe, Utopia
Direction from STAR HQ: S, CLOCKWISE
Comments: 158 miles with ~ 45 miles of two-track gravel traversing areas with loose livestock. Water crossings likely and possibly algae creating slick conditions at crossings. Many cattle guard crossings. Suitable for large ADV bikes. Food and fuel in Bandera, Utopia, Vanderpool and Medina. Not reliably routable on a GPS- tracks only provided.