Carrabassett Backcountry Cycle Challenge
15th Annual
One of Maine's remaining two mountain bike races, the Carrabassett Backcountry Cycle Challenge is a cross-country mountain bike race that takes riders through a mix of backcountry terrain on 100K, 50K, and 25K courses.
Sign up today for our region's most popular cycling race, which supports trail maintenance and development, youth bike camps, and the Town of Carrabassett Valley mountain bike race fund for future events! Make it a weekend with rooms in the Sugarloaf Mountain Hotel for just $109 a night, and be sure to check out New England's newest bike park, Sugarloaf Bike Park, located just up the road!
All CBCC participants can enjoy $35 Lift Tickets throughout the weekend—use promo code: CBCC26 during checkout.
Mountainside Lodging
Make a weekend of it. Stick around after the race for Sugarloaf’s Summer Après Series, featuring live music on the Beach Saturday afternoon, then settle in for the night with rooms at the Sugarloaf Mountain Hotel starting at just $109.
Use promo code CBCC26 when booking.
Sugarloaf Bike Park
Sugarloaf Bike Park, New England's newest downhill, gravity-fed mountain bike park, is just a short drive from the Outdoor Center. Featuring an all-new 3-mile flow trail, accessible via the Whiffletree chairlift, the Sugarloaf Bike Park offers a new mountain bike experience within the region.
All CBCC participants can enjoy $35 per-person Lift Tickets throughout the weekend—use promo code: CBCC26 during checkout.
Mountainside Dining
Whether you are looking for a quick grab-and-go meal to fuel your day or a relaxing sit-down experience surrounded by scenic patio views, Sugarloaf has something for every summer visitor.
Enjoy custom-crafted cocktails, local beers, and a Chef-curated menu featuring fresh, locally sourced ingredients at Strokes Bar & Grille. Conclude your day with a relaxing dinner alongside a babbling brook out on the back deck at 45 North, where locally sourced ingredients are creatively prepared to highlight the best of Maine's harvest.
More to enjoy
Retail TherapyResort Shopping
From the latest trends in outdoor clothing to the perfect pair of après slippers, Sugarloaf's retail centers have everything you need to adventure, relax, and play in the mountains.
Hit the GreensGolf
Nestled in the Carrabassett Valley, the golf course at Sugarloaf Golf Club offers a championship experience set against stunning mountain vistas. Whether you’re looking to test your skills or simply enjoy a leisurely round surrounded by natural beauty, our course provides the perfect escape.
Take in the viewsScenic Lift Rides
Sugarloaf offers scenic chairlift rides throughout the summer season. Take in the spectacular scenery from the comfort of the Whiffletree Quad, and explore the mountain before enjoying a scenic ride back down.
