McClinchy Mile: Camano Climb Edition

McClinchy Mile

It’s “Island Time” for McClinchy Mile participants. Camano Island is just a wide bridge away from the mainland, but a world away from the hustle and bustle of typical bike rides and roads.

This year’s McClinchy Camano Climb Edition offers three new routes and an update to an old favorite.  Each loop has rest stops with food, sag support, and friendly volunteers. Finish line in Arlington includes a fresh-grilled burger with beer available for purchase.

33 mile Stanwood Loop – starts and ends in Arlington. Our flattest, easiest loop, with friendly cows and Stillaguamish River views along scenic farm roads. Route revised since 2018.

50 mile Camano Climb Loop – starts and ends in Stanwood. Love hills and water views? This ride is for you. Food stop at Cama Beach State Park and discounts from many island merchants. A shortcut will make it a 40-miler if you prefer.

68 mile Stanwood-Camano Loop – starts and ends in Arlington. Combines the Stanwood Loop with the best of Camano for a super-scenic and super-sized metric (plus) century.

100 mile Camano Century – starts and ends in Arlington and includes Stanwood, Camano and a few miles in Skagit County for one continuous loop route. Lots of hills, little traffic and amazing views. Great goal if you want a challenging century (4,452 feet of climbing) or use it as a training ride for RAMROD or STP.