2026 Georgia Mountain Bike Race Calendar
- Zackery Hathaway
- Jan 21
- 3 min read
A complete guide from Blue Mountain Bikes
Georgia has one of the most underrated mountain bike race scenes in the Southeast. From beginner-friendly trail races to brutal endurance events, 2026 is stacked with opportunities to get on the line.
Below is every Georgia MTB race with an officially published 2026 event page or recurring organizer, including dates, locations, and direct registration links so you can plan your season with confidence.
🗓️ 2026 Georgia Mountain Bike Races
Snake Creek Gap Time Trial Series
Type: Technical MTB Time Trial
When: February–March 2026 (multiple Saturdays)
Where: Dalton, GA (Pinhoti Trail system)
Event Info & Registration:https://www.bikereg.com/snake-creek-gap-time-trial
What to Know:
Extremely rocky and technical
Best for experienced riders or those wanting a challenge
Strong brakes and durable tires are a must
Old School at Heritage – 6/3 Hour MTB Race
Type: Endurance MTB (3 or 6 hours)
When: March 14, 2026
Where: Heritage Park, Watkinsville, GA
Event Info & Registration:https://www.bikereg.com/old-school-at-heritage
What to Know:
Loop-based endurance race
Solo or team options
Nutrition and pacing matter more than speed
Blankets Creek Dirty 15 / Dirty 30
Type: Trail / XC MTB Race
When: April 4, 2026
Where: Blankets Creek Trails, Canton, GA
Registration (BikeReg):https://www.bikereg.com/blankets-creek-dirty-15-30
What to Know:
One of the best beginner MTB races in Georgia
Flow trails mixed with classic Georgia roots
Perfect first race or early-season tune-up
Rope Mill Fast + Furious 15
Type: Short-Course MTB Race
When: April 25, 2026
Where: Olde Rope Mill Park, Woodstock, GA
Event Info & Registration:https://mountaingoatadventures.com/rope-mill-fast-and-furious
What to Know:
Fast, flowing singletrack
Rewards smooth riding and cornering
Dropper post strongly recommended
Dirty Spokes 6/3 Hour MTB Race
Type: Endurance MTB
When: May 2, 2026
Where: Fort Yargo State Park, Winder, GA
Event Info:https://www.dirtyspokes.com/mtb-racing/
Registration:https://www.bikereg.com/dirty-spokes-6-3-hour-mtb
What to Know:
Very well-run endurance event
Great introduction to longer MTB races
Heat and hydration management are key
Voodoo MTB Race (ALL-a-Toona / HALF-a-Toona)
Type: Marathon MTB
When: June 20, 2026
Where: Allatoona Creek Park, Acworth, GA
Registration:https://www.bikereg.com/voodoo-mtb
What to Know:
One of Georgia’s biggest MTB events
Longer distances with sustained effort
Excellent mid-season goal race
Fool’s Gold 38 / 54
Type: Endurance / Marathon MTB
When: September 12, 2026
Where: Dahlonega, GA (Montaluce Winery)
Event Info:https://mountaingoatadventures.com/foolsgold
Registration (opens January 1, 2026):https://www.bikereg.com/fools-gold-mtb
What to Know:
Iconic Georgia MTB race
Big climbs, long day in the saddle
Not beginner-friendly — train properly
Georgia Cycling Team MTB Series (Youth)
Type: XC Trail MTB Series
When: August–October 2026
Where: Multiple locations across Georgia
Official Schedule:https://teammtb.georgiacycling.org/2026-race-schedule/
Known 2026 Events:
Cleveland Climb – Yonah Preserve (Cleveland, GA)
Dauset Dirt Dash – Dauset Trails (Jackson, GA)
Milledgeville Throwdown – Milledgeville, GA
Challenge at the Creek – Allatoona Creek Park
Peach State Championship – Rome, GA
What to Know:
Youth-focused racing
Great family-friendly events
Well-organized and community-driven
Blankets Creek 3 & 6 Hour MTB Race
Type: Endurance MTB
When: November 21, 2026
Where: Blankets Creek Trails, Canton, GA
Event Info & Registration:https://mountaingoatadventures.com/blankets-creek-3-6-hour
What to Know:
Late-season endurance classic
Cooler temps, longer laps
Pit strategy helps a lot
🧰 What You’ll Need for Any Georgia MTB Race
Bike Checklist
Fresh brake pads
Tires with good side knobs (Georgia clay is slick)
Quiet drivetrain
Secure bottle cages
Rider Checklist
Helmet + gloves
Hydration plan
Calories (especially for races over 90 minutes)
Tube, CO₂ or pump, multi-tool, chain quick-link
🚲 How Blue Mountain Bikes Can Help
If you’re racing in 2026, we recommend:
Pre-race bike inspections
Suspension setup
Tire and pressure recommendations
Race-ready tune-ups
Coaching
Team events
Whether you’re lining up for your first Dirty 15 or tackling Fool’s Gold, having the right setup makes the difference between surviving and actually enjoying race day.
Stop by Blue Mountain Bikes, or reach out to our team — we’re happy to help you get dialed.
Final Tip
Race calendars change. New events get added. Dates shift.For the most up-to-date info, always check: