Tour of Honor

Paying Respects — Veterans Cemeteries

This ride is intended as a respectful visit to the final resting places of our nation’s veterans. Eligible locations include Department of Veterans Affairs National Cemeteries and State Veterans Cemeteries. These cemeteries are considered hallowed ground and riders are expected to conduct themselves with respect at all times.

Veterans sections within private cemeteries and newly discovered cemeteries are not eligible for this ride.

The Challenge

The challenge is to visit and document National and State Veterans Cemeteries across the country during DAYTIME HOURS only. Two photos are required for each cemetery visit.

Tour of Honor Veterans Cemetery Finisher Levels

Bronze – 10 different Cemeteries
Silver – 20 different Cemeteries
Gold – 30 different Cemeteries
Slow Hand Salute Level – 50 different Cemeteries

Photo Requirements (Two Photos Required)

Each submission must include two photos:

Photo A — Entrance Photo

The main entrance, gate, or cemetery sign
Your motorcycle
Rider flag (and passenger if applicable)

Photo B — Inside the Cemetery

Taken from inside the cemetery grounds beyond the gate
Must include one of the following:
- A grouping of headstones, or
- A cemetery monument, or
- A flag display
Rider flag and motorcycle must be visible in at least one of the two photos

If the motorcycle cannot safely be included inside the cemetery due to local restrictions, access, or safety concerns, the motorcycle must be clearly visible in at least one of the two photos submitted.

Parking or riding on sidewalks or lawns is not permitted unless specifically authorized by cemetery staff or local authorities.

Important Notes

Daytime photos only will be scored.
Many cemeteries are open sunrise to sunset, but some have limited hours or may close for services. Riders are responsible for checking access before visiting.
If the entrance gate is closed for a service, riders must wait until the cemetery reopens to obtain the required inside photo.
Photos of closed gates, barricades, or entrances without an inside cemetery photo will not be scored.
Tour of Honor scorers will have final determination on photo eligibility.

GPX File

Revised 4/17/2026