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Carrabassett Backcountry Cycle Challenge

14th 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.

Sugarloaf Outdoor Center

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 $99 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 $25.00 per-person Lift Tickets throughout the weekend—use promo code: CBCC during checkout.

Make it a weekend

Mountainside Lodging

We kick things off Friday with Sugarloaf's summer après series, featuring live music on the Beach with The Work Trucks from 4-7 PM.

Make it a weekend and spend the night at Sugarloaf with rooms at the Sugarloaf Mountain Hotel or nearby condos starting from just $99 a night.

Use Promo code: CBCC25 when booking.

Sugarloaf Hotel Summer
The Beach at Sugarloaf with live music
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Mountain bikers on berm
Mountain Biker on trail
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Open For The Season

Introducing 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 $25.00 per-person Lift Tickets throughout the weekend—use promo code: CBCC during checkout.

Locally sourced, expertly crafted

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.

Couple sipping beverages 45 North
Guests cheers at Strokes Bar and Grille
45 North Hamburger
Sandwich from Strokes Bar and Grille
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