Youth Mountain Bike Summer Camp in Western North Carolina

For riders ages 10-18

Build Skills. Ride Faster. Gain Confidence.

3 Sessions • June–July 2027

Limited spots per session

⬇ See how riders improve in a week

Youth mountain biker jumping during Mars Hill Cycling Camp in Western North Carolina

Mars Hill is a 6-day overnight youth mountain bike summer camp in Western North Carolina for riders ages 10–18 who want to ride more, build skills, gain confidence, and take their riding to the next level.

Campers spend the week riding the region's outstanding trail systems, including iconic trails in Pisgah National Forest and DuPont State Recreational Forest. Explore miles of singletrack, from fast, flowy and jumpy to rugged, technical terrain with rocks, roots, drops and long descents.

Ability-based groups keep riders challenged at the right level, with plenty of time on the bike plus swimming holes, waterfalls, games, and time with other kids who love mountain biking as much as they do. Our professional coaching staff gives riders individualized instruction throughout the week, from trail skills and fitness to fueling, recovery, bike fit and equipment maintenance.

Mountain Bike Coaching & Athlete Development

For 15 years, Mars Hill Cycling Camp has helped young riders develop skills, fitness, confidence and character in a fun, challenging camp environment. Our campers have gone on to podium at national championships, join major teams, race internationally and professionally, and earn opportunities with USA Cycling and other development programs.

Whether a rider is chasing race goals or simply wants to become stronger and more capable on the bike, we provide the coaching, support and environment to help them keep progressing.

MTB 1:
Drop Off: Mon, June 21, 1-2pm Pick Up: Sat, June 26, 11am

MTB 2:

Drop Off: Mon, June 28, 1-2pm Pick Up: Sat, July 3, 11am

MTB 3:

Drop Off: Mon, July 19, 1-2pm Pick Up: Sat, July 24, 11am

Where: Home base is Mars Hill University's Dogwood Hall, 20 minutes from Asheville, North Carolina.

Address:
Mars Hill University
Dogwood Hall
155 Townhouse Drive
Mars Hill, NC 28754

Mountain bike coaches teaching campers how to ride a technical trail section in Western North Carolina

Housing: Single (add-on) and double occupancy dormitory rooms, community bathrooms with separate wings for men and women. We are the only group occupying Dogwood Hall.

Cost: $1,735 includes housing, 3 meals/day, endless snacks, Cognative camp tech-tee, fun!

Required: USA Cycling license in order to participate

First time campers must complete this application.
When accepted, we email you a code for BikeReg to register and complete payment. The application let's us get to know your camper and ensure they have the requisite equipment and experience to have fun at camp.

Returning campers can register right away with your existing code.

When applying and registering, please use parent/guardian email, not your camper's.

REGISTRATION IS OPEN!
Register on BikeReg with your code:

MTB1 June 21-26: Register

MTB2 June 28-July 3: Register

MTB3 July 19-24: Register

Paying for Camp:

1. The Most Direct: Follow the instructions above and register on BikeReg. They charge a reasonable transaction fee of about $70.

2. The Least Expensive: You can pay via check, which avoids the BikeReg transaction fee. If you'd like to go this route, email one of the directors on the contact page and we'll give you the mailing address. Once we've received payment, we'll send you the BikeReg code to so you can complete your registration there.

2026 MTB SCHEDULE
TBD by weather, trail conditions
2027 Schedule: similar to 2026 but TBD

Monday: Arrival / Intros / Equipment Check / Short Ride

1:00-2:00pm Rider Registration and move-in, Dogwood Hall (155 Townhouse Drive, Mars Hill, NC 28754)

2:00pm Introductions, bike safety checks

4:00pm 1hr easy ride, bike games

6:00pm Dinner

7:00pm: Discussion: Hugh Moran: camp schedule, expectations, Q&A

7:30pm Prep bikes for tomorrow. Initial coach assessments. Relax. Games. Bike TV.

10:00pm Quiet time

Tuesday: Unaka Bike Park

7:30am Wake up

8:00am Breakfast