July 10th, 2027

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Bend Dirt Fest: Challenge, Camaraderie, Fun

Join us in Bend, Oregon for the Bend Dirt Fest, a dirt-filled celebration of endurance and community—brought to you by Mudslinger Events and presented by Bicycle Accident Law.

Choose your challenge: Trail Run starting at 8 am or MTB, Gravel at 8:05 am

Go solo or team up with three friends for a shot at team glory—funky team names encouraged!

Enjoy finisher and age-group awards, live music, and cold brews from 10 Barrel Brewing as we wrap up the day with a party worthy of Bend’s outdoor spirit.


Start & Finish: Athletic Club of Bend 8 am Trail Run Start 8:15 am MTB and Gravel Mass Start
Finish Live Runners at Athletic Club of Bend
Finish timing Gravel and MTB 1/2 mile from venue on HWY prior to Athletic Club of Bend
  • Special week of activity in 2027 TBA
  • Packet Pickup Friday 2-6 PM Pine Mountain Sports
  • Pricing starts at 99 for trail run and 109 for gravel and MTB


Bend Dirt Fest Tech Guide REGISTER
  • Equal Podium and Awards
  • Womens Specific Apparel and Swag
  • Menstrual Products at Aid Stations
  • Women on the Start line
  • Pregnancy and postpartum policy


The Basics for an incredible day in Bend, Oregon

The Vibe/Team

Bend, Oregon is a unique destination where life unfolds in a cycle of living, playing, and reliving. Friends reconnect on the trails, sharing stories from the past. Join us for a memorable event staging from the Athletic Club of Bend where you can either run a Trail Half, 39 Miles of mountain biking or 49/39  miles of gravel cycling. Create a Team of 3 with each dicipline on the longest course for the ultimate Bend Dirt Fest Experience.

Half Marathon Trail

Half marathons offer the perfect mix of challenge and enjoyment. Our scenic west side loop takes you from the Athletic Club on a 13.1-mile run/walk, ending with a celebration at the Athletic Club of Bend. This loop is amazing with a paved flat portion and a challenging section of technical trail to spice it up. Start time 8am

MTB Race

Mountain biking is central to any adventure in Bend, Oregon. Form a team of three with each unique discipline. The journey by mountain bike covers 39 miles. Start Time 8:05 am

Gravel Grinder

Gravel Cycling, Gravel Grinding, or Gravel Fondo are all names for this popular cycling discipline. Sponsored by Dirty Freehub, this 49-mile or 39-mile ride/race offers 3-5 hours of adventure. Start Time 8:05 am

WELCOME

Bend Dirt Fest is presented by our friends at Bicycle Accident Law. Located in Bend, Oregon Matt and his team have you covered in the case the day does not turn out the way you planned.


 

Bend Dirt Fest — July 10, 2027

Start & Finish: Athletic Club of Bend 8 am Trail Run, 8:15 am Gravel and MTB mass start with flagger control out of Bend

Packet Pickup and Registration Friday, 2-6 pm, Pine Mountain Sports

Packet Pickup Saturday, 6 am until 30 minutes prior to your start. New Registration until 7 am

Designated Parking: OSU–Cascades

Get ready for a full day of endurance fun in Bend, Oregon! The Bend Dirt Fest brings together mountain bikers, gravel riders, and trail runners for one incredible day of racing, camaraderie, and celebration in the heart of Central Oregon.

This year’s event also serves as the Oregon XC Series Finals for select mountain bike categories and the Oregon Triple Crown Series Finals for gravel—making Bend the place to be on July 11!

Start Times

  • Trail Run: 8:00 AM — Mass start from the Athletic Club of Bend "Finish same as Start"
  • MTB / Gravel: 8:15 AM — Mass start from the Athletic Club of Bend "Finish same as Start"

Team Up or Go Solo

Form your dream team or take on the challenge solo!

One of the most unique aspects of Bend Dirt Fest is our 3-Person Team Competition.

Create a team with friends and compete for combined time with your custom and sometimes crazy team name.

Team Categories of 3

  • Men's Team
  • Women's Team
  • Mixed Team
  • Junior 48 and under
  • Masters 150 and over

Teams may include participants racing:

  • Mountain Bike
  • Gravel
  • Trail Run

Please note: The Short Gravel Course is not eligible for team competition.

(Please note the short gravel is not part of the Team of 3 competition)
For more details, refer to the Tech Guide 

Solo Categories:
Individual awards are given in 10-year age groups through 70+, plus a Non-Binary category, ensuring fair and inclusive competition for all participants.

Awards

Trail Run Awards — 11:30 AM

MTB Awards 12:15 pm

Gravel Awards 12:45pm

Team of 3 awards 1:15pm

Series awards just after for OTC and Oregon XC Series

Synchronistic Timed Format

All team members compete at the same time, and your total team time determines your final standing. Every effort counts—making teamwork, pacing, and shared grit key to success.

A Note on Awards Timing
To keep the day moving, we present podiums by pace group as results come in — most awards go out shortly after each discipline wraps. A handful of age-group categories (often our smaller or later-finishing fields) are celebrated in a short "Final Podium" round a bit later in the schedule. Every category gets its moment — some just get theirs with a slightly bigger cheer as the crowd builds.

REGISTER FOR 2027

The Venue

The Athletic Club of Bend is a premier private health and fitness club located in Bend, Oregon. Established in 1991, the club offers a wide array of amenities, including seven indoor tennis courts, an indoor running track, indoor and outdoor pools, a large spa, cardio equipment, and a weight room. Looking for the best place to stay consider Peppertree Inn directly accross the street from our Venue and walk or ride to the start line




Parking will be at OSU Cascades! See Google Venue Map below! Looking to Camp? The Snow Parks are a great option as long as you have your Deschutes National Forest Day Pass or annual pass. LINK

Ride with GPS Maps 2027, Trail Run/Gravel/MTB

Fancy Maps Update coming soon for cycling events replacing the pics

FAQS

Here are answers to some common questions that may also be included in the technical guide.

Tech Guide Link Below for all the details

  • HOW DO I BECOME A MEMBER OF A 3 PERSON TEAM?

    Reach out via your social channels and make sure to answer the custom question relating to wanting to join a team. Remember all are teams are scored against all SOLO participants in this mass start event

  • WHAT ARE THE BEST PLACES TO STAY?

    Peppertree Inn on the West Side is our preferred place to stay and sponsor, but many places are close to the venue for your Bend, OR weekend. If you do anything early, please book accomodations

  • WHAT TYPE OF EQUIPMENT IS BEST FOR BEND DIRT FEST?

    Trail shoes are recommended for the trail run and a proper off-road capable bike that has been checked before the event for the MTB or Gravel Routes. Please head to Sagebrush Cycles for the best recommendation or to get your bike shipped too. Footzone in Bend is the leader in trail running knowledge! 

  • WHAT IS THE TRAIL RUN DIRT PERCENTAGE?

    60% of the run is on dirt and depending on conditions, it can be red hero cinder dirt or fine moon dust." "Portion of the single track dirt running is filtered shade, otherwise the course receives full sun, please dress for conditions, heat and potential dehydration.

  • WHAT ARE THE TIME CUT OFF'S?

    Cut-off times leaving the aid stations:


    Trail Runners must reach Aid 1 at mile 2.8 by 9 am (21 minutes per mile)

    Gravel Riders must reach Aid 1 at mile 23 by 11 am for first cut-off

    Gravel Riders must reach Aid 2 at mile 28 by 11:30 am (8.6 miles per hour)

    MTB Riders must reach Aid 1 at mile 19.1 by 11 am (6.9 miles per hour)


  • AID STATIONS/COURSE MARKINGS

    We proudly serve Hammer Nutrition products such as Heed and Hammer Gel. Our aid stations serve up various foods, including local fruits when in season, including local bakery items as well. Please review the ride with GPS files for all course information, including mile markers for aid stations and the running course!" "These are fantastic maps that can be uploaded to many GPS watches and bike computers

     

  • HOW DOES THE START OF THE EVENT WORK?

    All runners and cyclists will start from the Athletic Club of Bend.


    The trail run begins at 8:30 AM, and the bike events start at 8 AM starting in 2026 to provide a more combined awards area


    Everyone must cross the timing mat at the start to receive an official gun start time.


    Cyclists will begin with a slow, neutral rollout for the first half-mile, escorted by certified flaggers who will temporarily stop traffic. After this section, riders will be released to pick up the pace.


    Please note: The rules of the road apply at all times.



  • ARE EBIKES ALLOWED?

    Ebikes, "If you're coming with friends and family and would like to ride your Ebike, please check the COTA website for trails that allow power assisted bikes. Unfortunately, we do not have a race category for e-bikes at Bend Dirt Fest." "Please check out some of our other events

  • I REGISTERED AS A SOLO AND NOW WANT TO CREATE A TEAM?

    Use the Add a team member and get on the start line. Need to change a team name, email us. Teams are All Men, All Women, Mixed Gender

  • WHAT ARE YOUR CREDIT AND POSTPARTUM POLICES?

    Our Policies include the option to Self Credit for 50-75% of your event fee one week prior for our events for up to a yearself-credit, plus a  Postpartum policy for expecting mothers for up to two seasons. LINK

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