Motorcycle Tour of Yellowstone and Sturgis

Motorcycle Tour of Yellowstone and Sturgis

A motorcycle tour of Yellowstone and Sturgis links some of the most iconic scenery in the American West to the largest Harley-Davidson gathering on the planet. Over 10 days and roughly 3,100 km, the ROXMOTORS route loops out of Salt Lake City through Utah, Wyoming, South Dakota and Montana — taking in the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally, Mount Rushmore, Devils Tower, the Beartooth Pass and Yellowstone National Park.

The spirit of American motorcycling

This is a big-mileage crossing, with demanding riding days and cinematic scenery. The route combines the long straights of Wyoming, the tunnels cut through rock in the Black Hills, the climb over the Beartooth Pass above 3,300 metres and the geothermal force of Yellowstone. In the middle of it, five days in rally country, when the Black Hills become the global centre of Harley-Davidson culture. It is the only ROXMOTORS route that combines a fixed-date event, a Harley fleet and a mountain crossing.

What you will see

• Sturgis Motorcycle Rally — immersion in the world’s largest motorcycle gathering, with meets, exhibitions and side events;
• Black Hills and Needles Highway — technical curves and tunnels cut through the rock, such as the Needles Eye Tunnel;
• Mount Rushmore — the faces of Washington, Jefferson, Roosevelt and Lincoln carved into the mountain;
• Devils Tower — the rock formation rising abruptly from the plain, the setting of “Close Encounters of the Third Kind”;
• Beartooth Pass — the climb above 3,300 metres, with high-altitude switchbacks and panoramic views;
• Yellowstone National Park — geysers, geothermal formations and the wildlife of the oldest national park in the United States.

Route summary

• Day 1 — Salt Lake City: arrival, collecting the motorcycles and technical briefing;
• Days 2 and 3 — towards the Black Hills: the first big transfer to Casper, Wyoming, and on into Deadwood, South Dakota;
• Days 4 and 5 — Black Hills and Sturgis: the Needles Highway and Mount Rushmore, and a full day at the rally;
• Days 6 and 7 — Wyoming and Montana: Devils Tower on the way to Sheridan, and the alpine transition to Red Lodge;
• Days 8 to 10 — Beartooth and Yellowstone: the pass and the park through to Jackson Hole, down to Salt Lake City and end of tour.

Representative itinerary — the detailed day-by-day programme is in the guide book for each departure.

Tour facts

• 10 days and approximately 3,100 km, with 8 riding days;
• Country: United States — Utah, Wyoming, South Dakota and Montana;
• Difficulty: easy on the ROXMOTORS scale, though with long days;
• 100% on-road;
• Start and finish in Salt Lake City;
• Harley-Davidson Softail, with full insurance (ask about models and upgrade options).

What is included

• Harley-Davidson Softail rental, with full insurance;
• Accommodation in superior category, well located hotels;
• Guide with advanced training in riding, mechanics and WMA wilderness first aid;
• Support vehicle with Starlink, mechanical support and first aid;
• Life insurance and premium travel assistance;
• Digital and printed road book;
• Travel kit with ROXMOTORS gifts and a memory frame;
• Fuel;
• Concierge service for flights, extra hotel nights and local experiences.

Upcoming departures

The route follows the Sturgis Rally dates, which means a single window each year. Check the next departure in the full calendar of North America tours, or talk to our team.

Why ride Yellowstone and Sturgis with ROXMOTORS?

Groups of no more than 10 motorcycles, for a genuinely premium experience; a team with more than a decade running international motorcycle tours; support vehicle, certified guide and concierge from start to finish; and the reliability of a well established company — which counts for a lot in a week when the whole region is full.

Want to see more of North America?

Alongside Yellowstone & Sturgis, ROXMOTORS runs the National Parks and Route 66 in the Southwest, the Blues Trail through the American South and the Canada Experience across the Rockies. Browse all our North America tours.

Getting ready

Entry rules for the United States depend on your nationality: many travellers need an ESTA authorisation, others a visitor visa — check what applies to you and start early. An International Driving Permit is recommended, and travel insurance is already included. August in the American West is hot on the plains and cold at altitude: on the Beartooth, above 3,300 metres, the temperature drops sharply even in summer. About a month before departure we open a WhatsApp group with the road book, packing tips, paperwork and currency guidance.

Frequently asked questions

• Do I need my own motorcycle? No. The motorcycle is included and waiting for you at the start of the tour in Salt Lake City.
• What will I be riding? A Harley-Davidson Softail — the natural choice for anyone heading to Sturgis.
• Do I need a US visa? It depends on your nationality — some travellers qualify for ESTA, others need a visitor visa. Start the process as soon as you book.
• Can I bring a pillion? Yes, but bear in mind this is our highest-mileage North America route, with days of more than 600 km.
• Can I skip the rally? You can, but the route is built around the Sturgis dates. If you prefer empty roads, the National Parks or Canada suit you better.