MOUNTAIN BIKE 2026
June 22-27
June 29-4
July 13-July 18
July 20-25
A 6-day overnight camp for intermediate to advanced male and female junior riders looking to develop skills, confidence, and fitness. Each day introduces new skills with opportunity to practice on easy terrain before putting them to use out on the trails. We'll get in plenty of mileage and keep the stoke level high by riding some of the best trails Western North Carolina has to offer, including Pisgah National Forest and Dupont State Forest.
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What you can expect: skills-based instruction adjusted to your skill level for technical descending, climbing (we earn our turns!), cornering and braking; safety and situational awareness on trail; equipment selection, maintenance and repair; training and racing strategies; proper bike fit, fueling, and recovery; lots of fun group dynamics. Plus picnics, games, movie nights and waterfalls!
Mars Hill Cycling Camps and Athlete Development
Mars Hill Cycling Camps aim to provide not only a fun and enriching overnight summer cycling camp experience, but also to provide education and training to help campers reach the next level in their sport. For almost 15 years, we've helped athletes further their big dreams and goals. They've gone on to win and podium at national championships, get noticed by and join major teams, and race internationally and professionally. Campers who are looking to stand out and be referred to USA Cycling and other teams and development programs for their next step up will be able to use Mars Hill Cycling Camps as a stage to do that. Whatever path you choose in your cycling, we're here to support your continued advancement in an exciting and fun environment focused on advancing skills, fitness and character.
MTB/Camp 1:
Drop Off: Mon, June 22, 1-2pm Pick Up: Sat, June 27, 11am
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MTB/Camp 2:
Drop Off: Mon, June 29, 1-2pm Pick Up: Sat, July 4, 11am
MTB/Camp 3:
Drop Off: Mon, July 13, 1-2pm Pick Up: Sat, July 18, 11am
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MTB/Camp 4:
Drop Off: Mon, July 20, 1-2pm Pick Up: Sat, July 25, 11am
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Where: Camp is based at Mars Hill University, in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains and adjacent to the Blue Ridge Parkway, Mt. Mitchell State Park, the Appalachian Trail, and the French Broad River. Nearby mountain bike trails: Pisgah National Forest, Bent Creek, Dupont State Park, KOLO Bike Park, and many more.
Address:
Mars Hill University
Dogwood Hall
155 Townhouse Drive
Mars Hill, NC 28754
Housing: Single (add-on) and double occupancy dormitory rooms, community bathrooms with separate wings for men and women.
Cost: $1,735 includes housing, 3 meals/day, endless snacks, Cognative camp tech-tee, fun!
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Required: USA Cycling license in order to participate
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First, you need to fill out this application form before you can register for camp. If approved, we will email you a code that can be used on BikeReg to register and complete payment. Again, FORM HERE
Register on BikeReg with Code:
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Paying for Camp:
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1. The Most Direct: Follow the instructions above and register on BikeReg. They charge a reasonable transaction fee of about $70.
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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.
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3. Spreading out the Cost: BikeReg now offers the ability to spread out your payments over time when you pay for camp using PayPal.
Typical Camp Schedule: Scroll down (and check out our awesome sponsors as you do!) for more info.
2025 MTB SCHEDULE
(2026 similar, updates coming)
TBD by weather, trail conditions
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
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Tuesday: Unaka Bike Park / Second Arrow Nutrition Consulting
7:30am Wake up
8:00am Breakfast
9:30am Skills intro and practice @ Unaka Bike Park
12:00am Picnic lunch
12:30pm Intermediate skills and trail riding @ Unaka Bike Park
[3:30pm Factory Tour of Industry Nine Componentry
6:00pm Dinner
7:00pm Speaker: Alex Winnicki of Second Arrow Nutrition Consulting
8:pm Evening Meeting
8:30pm Relax, games, bike TV
10:00pm Quiet time
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Wednesday: Pisgah / Industry Nine Factory Tour
7:30am Wake up
8:00am Breakfast
9:30am Trail Ride at Pisgah / Fitness Assessment
12:00pm Picnic lunch
1:00pm Trail Ride
3:30pm Industry Nine Factory Tour
6:00pm Dinner
7:00pm Evening Meeting
7:30pm Relax, games, bike TV
10:00pm Quiet time
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Thursday: DuPont / Fox Factory / Waterfalls
7:30am Wake up
8:00am Breakfast
9:30am Trail ride at Dupont State Park
12:00pm Picnic lunch
12:30pm Tech Talk with Fox Factory
1:30pm Trail Ride with Fox Factory / Waterfall swimming hole
6:00pm Dinner
7:00pm Evening meeting
7:30pm Relax, games, bike TV, (Watch Fireworks on July 4)
10:00pm Quiet time
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Friday: More Pisgah?! / ProGold Bike Wash Clinic
7:300am Wake Up.
8:00am Breakfast
9:30am Trail Ride
12:00pm Picnic lunch
1:00pm Trail Ride
3:00pm Swimming hole, creek exploration
6:00pm Pizza Dinner party
7:00pm Evening Meeting / ProGold Bike Wash Clinic
8:00pm Relax, games, bike TV, reviews with coaches
10:00pm Quiet time
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Saturday: Waffle Breakfast / Camper Pickup
7:30am Wake up.
8:00am Waffle Breakfast Party
9:00am Individual reviews with coaches, pack up
11:00am Campers picked up by parents.
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