PUBLISHER: Grand View Research | PRODUCT CODE: 1813785
PUBLISHER: Grand View Research | PRODUCT CODE: 1813785
U.S. Cycle Tourism Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report By Group, By Booking Mode, By Age Group, And Segment Forecasts, 2025 - 2033
U.S. Cycle Tourism Market Size & Trends:
The U.S. cycle tourism market size was estimated at USD 28.87 billion in 2024 and is expected to reach USD 67.32 billion by 2033, growing at a CAGR of 10.2% from 2025 to 2033. The growth of cycle tourism in the U.S. is fueled by rising health and wellness awareness, improved cycling infrastructure, and the increasing popularity of e-bikes, which make longer routes more accessible to a wider range of travelers. At the same time, a shift toward sustainable and eco-friendly travel encourages tourists to choose cycling as a low-impact alternative, while major events such as RAGBRAI and Cycle Oregon continue to draw thousands, boosting interest and participation nationwide.
The ongoing development of dedicated bike corridors, such as the Great American Rail-Trail, Pacific Coast Bike Route, and East Coast Greenway, makes long-distance, scenic cycling in the U.S. safer and more appealing. For instance, the Great American Rail-Trail, a planned 3,700-mile coast-to-coast route, is now over 55% complete with more than 2,068 miles of bikeable trail.
Cycling aligns closely with the values of environmentally conscious travelers by offering a zero-emission mode of transport that significantly reduces individual carbon footprints. As an eco-tourism, bike tourism minimizes air pollution and energy consumption while promoting slower, more immersive travel that fosters deeper connections with local communities and landscapes. Recognizing this, local governments and tourism boards in the U.S. are actively promoting bike-friendly tourism through initiatives such as expanding bike paths, supporting trail development, and partnering with local businesses to offer cycling-based experiences that emphasize sustainability and community benefits.
Popular multi-day cycling events such as RAGBRAI in Iowa, Ride the Rockies in Colorado, and Cycle Oregon draw thousands of riders annually, significantly boosting local economies. RAGBRAI alone injects roughly USD 25 million per year into rural communities across Iowa, with overnight towns receiving between USD 5,000 and USD 15,000 in event stipends and local businesses, including restaurants, lodging, and retail, seeing major spikes in sales during the event. Cycle Oregon, a non-profit tour across rural Oregon, was designed with the state's tourism board to highlight scenic landscapes while delivering a tangible financial impact for small towns.
Bikepacking, a blend of minimalist camping and cycling, has emerged as a rapidly growing niche within the U.S. cycle tourism market, especially appealing to adventure-driven minimalists who crave self-sufficiency and immersive outdoor experiences. With lightweight, integrated gear setups, riders can explore remote trails across national parks and public lands, particularly in states such as Utah, Montana, and Arizona. Iconic routes such as the Kokopelli Trail (Colorado to Utah), the Arizona Trail, and the White Rim in Canyonlands National Park attract an increasing number of enthusiasts drawn to the freedom and connection with nature that bikepacking offers.
U.S. Cycle Tourism Market Report Segmentation
This report forecasts revenue growth at the country level and provides an analysis of the latest industry trends and opportunities in each of the sub-segments from 2021 to 2033. For this study, Grand View Research has segmented the U.S. cycle tourism market report by group, booking mode, and age group:
- Group Outlook (Revenue, USD Billion, 2021 - 2033)
- Groups/Friends
- Couples
- Family
- Solo
- Booking Mode Outlook (Revenue, USD Billion, 2021 - 2033)
- Direct
- Travel Agent
- Marketplace Booking
- Age Group Outlook (Revenue, USD Billion, 2021 - 2033)
- 18 to 30 Years
- 31 to 50 Years
- Above 50 Years
Table of Contents
Chapter 1. Methodology and Scope
- 1.1. Market Segmentation & Scope
- 1.2. Market Definition
- 1.3. Information Procurement
- 1.3.1. Purchased Database
- 1.3.2. GVR's Internal Database
- 1.3.3. Secondary Sources & Third-Party Perspectives
- 1.3.4. Primary Research
- 1.4. Information Analysis
- 1.4.1. Data Analysis Models
- 1.5. Market Formulation & Data Visualization
- 1.6. Data Validation & Publishing
Chapter 2. Executive Summary
- 2.1. Market Snapshot
- 2.2. Group Outlook
- 2.3. Booking Mode Outlook
- 2.4. Age Group Outlook
- 2.5. Competitive Landscape Snapshot
Chapter 3. U.S. Cycle Tourism Market Variables and Trends
- 3.1. Market Introduction
- 3.2. Penetration & Growth Prospect Mapping
- 3.3. Industry Value Chain Analysis
- 3.3.1. Booking Mode Analysis and Trends
- 3.4. Market Dynamics
- 3.4.1. Market Driver Analysis
- 3.4.2. Market Restraint Analysis
- 3.4.3. Market Opportunities
- 3.4.4. Market Challenges
- 3.5. Industry Analysis Tools
- 3.5.1. Porter's Five Forces Analysis
- 3.6. Market Entry Strategies
Chapter 4. U.S. Cycle Tourism Market: Group Estimates & Trend Analysis
- 4.1. U.S. Cycle Tourism Market, By Group: Key Takeaways
- 4.2. Group Movement Analysis & Market Share, 2024 & 2033
- 4.3. Market Estimates & Forecasts, By Group, 2021 - 2033 (USD Billion)
- 4.3.1. Groups/Friends
- 4.3.1.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021 - 2033 (USD Billion)
- 4.3.2. Couples
- 4.3.2.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021 - 2033 (USD Billion)
- 4.3.3. Family
- 4.3.3.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021 - 2033 (USD Billion)
- 4.3.4. Solo
- 4.3.4.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021 - 2033 (USD Billion)
- 4.3.1. Groups/Friends
Chapter 5. U.S. Cycle Tourism Market: Booking Mode Estimates & Trend Analysis
- 5.1. U.S. Cycle Tourism Market, By Booking Mode: Key Takeaways
- 5.2. Booking Mode Movement Analysis & Market Share, 2024 & 2033
- 5.3. Market Estimates & Forecasts, By Booking Mode, 2021 - 2033 (USD Billion)
- 5.3.1. Direct Booking
- 5.3.1.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021 - 2033 (USD Billion)
- 5.3.2. Travel Agent
- 5.3.2.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021 - 2033 (USD Billion)
- 5.3.3. Marketplace Booking
- 5.3.3.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021 - 2033 (USD Billion)
- 5.3.1. Direct Booking
Chapter 6. U.S. Cycle Tourism Market: Age Group Estimates & Trend Analysis
- 6.1. U.S. Cycle Tourism Market, By Age Group: Key Takeaways
- 6.2. Age Group Movement Analysis & Market Share, 2024 & 2033
- 6.3. Market Estimates & Forecasts, By Age Group, 2021 - 2033 (USD Billion)
- 6.3.1. 18 to 30 Years
- 6.3.1.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021 - 2033 (USD Billion)
- 6.3.2. 31 to 50 Years
- 6.3.2.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021 - 2033 (USD Billion)
- 6.3.3. Above 50
- 6.3.3.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021 - 2033 (USD Billion)
- 6.3.1. 18 to 30 Years
Chapter 7. U.S. Cycle Tourism Market: Competitive Analysis
- 7.1. Recent Developments & Impact Analysis by Key Market Participants
- 7.2. Company Categorization
- 7.3. Participant's Overview
- 7.4. Financial performance
- 7.5. Service Benchmarking
- 7.6. Company Market Share Analysis, 2024 (%)
- 7.7. Company Heat Map Analysis, 2024
- 7.8. Strategy Mapping
- 7.9. Company Profiles
- 7.9.1. Backroads
- 7.9.1.1. Company Overview
- 7.9.1.2. Financial performance
- 7.9.1.3. Service Portfolios
- 7.9.1.4. Strategic Initiatives
- 7.9.2. Trek Travel
- 7.9.2.1. Company Overview
- 7.9.2.2. Financial performance
- 7.9.2.3. Service Portfolios
- 7.9.2.4. Strategic Initiatives
- 7.9.3. DuVine Cycling + Adventure Co.
- 7.9.3.1. Company Overview
- 7.9.3.2. Financial performance
- 7.9.3.3. Service Portfolios
- 7.9.3.4. Strategic Initiatives
- 7.9.4. Butterfield & Robinson Inc.
- 7.9.4.1. Company Overview
- 7.9.4.2. Financial performance
- 7.9.4.3. Service Portfolios
- 7.9.4.4. Strategic Initiatives
- 7.9.5. ExperiencePlus! Bicycle Tours
- 7.9.5.1. Company Overview
- 7.9.5.2. Financial performance
- 7.9.5.3. Service Portfolios
- 7.9.5.4. Strategic Initiatives
- 7.9.6. SpiceRoads Cycling
- 7.9.6.1. Company Overview
- 7.9.6.2. Financial performance
- 7.9.6.3. Service Portfolios
- 7.9.6.4. Strategic Initiatives
- 7.9.7. Ride and Seek
- 7.9.7.1. Company Overview
- 7.9.7.2. Financial performance
- 7.9.7.3. Service Portfolios
- 7.9.7.4. Strategic Initiatives
- 7.9.8. Arbutus Routes
- 7.9.8.1. Company Overview
- 7.9.8.2. Financial performance
- 7.9.8.3. Service Portfolios
- 7.9.8.4. Strategic Initiatives
- 7.9.9. Saddle Skedaddle Ltd.
- 7.9.9.1. Company Overview
- 7.9.9.2. Financial performance
- 7.9.9.3. Service Portfolios
- 7.9.9.4. Strategic Initiatives
- 7.9.10. Adventure Cycling Association
- 7.9.10.1. Company Overview
- 7.9.10.2. Financial performance
- 7.9.10.3. Service Portfolios
- 7.9.10.4. Strategic Initiatives
- 7.9.1. Backroads
List of Tables
- Table 1 U.S. cycle tourism market: Key market driver analysis
- Table 2 U.S. cycle tourism market: Key market restraint analysis
- Table 3 U.S. cycle tourism market estimates & forecast, by group, 2021 - 2033 (USD Billion)
- Table 4 U.S. group/friends cycle tourism market estimates & forecast, 2021 - 2033 (USD Billion)
- Table 5 U.S. couples cycle tourism market estimates & forecast, 2021 - 2033 (USD Billion)
- Table 6 U.S. family cycle tourism market estimates & forecast, 2021 - 2033 (USD Billion)
- Table 7 U.S. solo cycle tourism market estimates & forecast, 2021 - 2033 (USD Billion)
- Table 8 U.S. cycle tourism market estimates & forecast, by booking mode, 2021 - 2033 (USD Billion)
- Table 9 U.S. cycle tourism market estimates & forecast through direct booking, 2021 - 2033 (USD Billion)
- Table 10 U.S. cycle tourism market estimates & forecast through travel agents, 2021 - 2033 (USD Billion)
- Table 11 U.S. cycle tourism market estimates & forecast through marketplace booking, 2021 - 2033 (USD Billion)
- Table 12 U.S. cycle tourism market estimates & forecast, by age group, 2021 - 2033 (USD Billion)
- Table 13 U.S. cycle tourism market estimates & forecasts, for travelers aged 18 to 30 years, 2021 - 2033 (USD Billion)
- Table 14 U.S. cycle tourism market estimates & forecasts, for travelers aged 31 to 50 years, 2021 - 2033 (USD Billion)
- Table 15 U.S. cycle tourism market estimates & forecasts, for travelers aged above 50 years, 2021 - 2033 (USD Billion)
- Table 16 Recent developments & impact analysis, by key market participants
- Table 17 Company market share, 2024 (%)
- Table 18 Company heat map analysis, 2024
- Table 19 Companies implementing key strategies
List of Figures
- Fig. 1 U.S. cycle tourism market segmentation
- Fig. 2 Information procurement
- Fig. 3 Primary research pattern
- Fig. 4 Primary research approaches
- Fig. 5 Primary research process
- Fig. 6 Market snapshot
- Fig. 7 Segment snapshot
- Fig. 8 Competitive landscape Snapshot
- Fig. 9 Parent industry and U.S. cycle tourism market size, 2024 (USD Billion)
- Fig. 10 U.S. cycle tourism market: Value chain analysis
- Fig. 11 U.S. cycle tourism market: Dynamics
- Fig. 12 U.S. cycle tourism market: Porter's five forces analysis
- Fig. 13 U.S. cycle tourism market, by group: Key takeaways
- Fig. 14 U.S. cycle tourism market: group movement analysis, 2024 & 2030 (%)
- Fig. 15 U.S. groups/friends cycle tourism market estimates & forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Billion)
- Fig. 16 U.S. couples cycle tourism market estimates & forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Billion)
- Fig. 17 U.S. family cycle tourism market estimates & forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Billion)
- Fig. 18 U.S. solo cycle tourism market estimates & forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Billion)
- Fig. 19 U.S. cycle tourism market, by traveler booking mode: Key takeaways
- Fig. 20 U.S. cycle tourism market: booking mode movement analysis, 2023 & 2030 (%)
- Fig. 21 U.S. cycle tourism market estimates & forecasts through direct booking, 2021 - 2033 (USD Billion)
- Fig. 22 U.S. cycle tourism market estimates & forecasts through travel agents, 2021 - 2033 (USD Billion)
- Fig. 23 U.S. cycle tourism market estimates & forecasts through marketplace booking, 2021 - 2033 (USD Billion)
- Fig. 24 U.S. cycle tourism market, by age group: Key takeaways
- Fig. 25 U.S. cycle tourism market: Age group movement analysis, 2023 & 2030 (%)
- Fig. 26 U.S. cycle tourism market estimates & forecasts, for travelers aged 18 to 30 years, 2021 - 2033 (USD Billion)
- Fig. 27 U.S. cycle tourism market estimates & forecasts, for travelers aged 31 to 50 years, 2021 - 2033 (USD Billion)
- Fig. 28 U.S. cycle tourism market estimates & forecasts, for travelers aged above 50 years, 2021 - 2033 (USD Billion)
- Fig. 29 Key company categorization
- Fig. 30 Company market share analysis, 2024
- Fig. 31 The strategic framework of the U.S. cycle tourism market
