Hotels Near Traverse City Trails Festival presented by Stone Hound Brewing 2026 — Traverse City, MI Sep 2026

Date

September 26, 2026

Location

Traverse City, MI

Venue

4050 Hammond Rd.

Start Time

9:00 AM

Entry Fee

$0.00 – $60.00

Events

Elite Men Open - 28 Mile - MORC, Elite Women Open - 28 Mile - MORC, Expert Men- 28 Mile - MORC, Expert Women- 28 Mile - MORC, Singlespeed Expert/Elite - 28 Mile - MORC, Sport Men Fat Bike - 28 Mile

The Traverse City Trails Festival presented by Stone Hound Brewing offers mountain bike racing with three distance options: a 150-mile event, a 28-mile race, and a 5-mile option, catering to riders of varying experience levels. The festival takes place on September 26, 2026, at 4050 Hammond Road in Traverse City, Michigan, with a typical start time of 9:00 AM. Entry fees range from free to $60.00 depending on the distance selected. Whether you're targeting a full endurance challenge or a shorter weekend ride, this festival provides options for serious mountain bikers and those looking to test themselves on local trails. The venue location and early morning start allow athletes to maximize daylight hours on the course.

From the Race Organizer

The Traverse City Trails Festival presented by Stone Hound Brewing is excited to be the last race in the Michigan Off Road Championship Off Road MTB Race Series (MORC) To see what categories qualify see registration or visit MORC or After a lot of discussion with race participants, sponsors, and the board, we’re stoked to confirm that the 2026 Traverse City Trails Festival will once again start and finish at Timber Ridge Resort on September 26th! Online registration closes at noon on Friday, September 25th. There is no in-person or day-of registration, so make your move! The Traverse City Trails Festival is proud to have Stone Hound Brewing back as the title sponsor of our 2026 event. Stone Hound Brewing has supported the trails since their doors opened, naming countless bespoke brews after our local marked and unmarked trails. Stone Hound Brewing, located on Bunker Hill Road, has become a favorite destination for post-ride refreshments and a vital contributor to our cycling community. Award Categories - Top 3 Full Pint (Roughly 28 Miles) Elite Men Open - MORC Elite Men 40+ - MORC Elite Women Open - MORC Expert Men 39 & Under - MORC Expert Men 40-49 - MORC Expert Men 50+ - MORC Elite/Expert Men Singlespeed - MORC Expert Women 39 & Under - MORC Expert Women 40+ - MORC Sport Men 18 & Under Sport Men 19-29 Sport Men 30-39 Sport Men 40-49 Sport Men 50+ Sport Men Fat Bike Open Sport Men Singlespeed Open Sport Women 29 & Under Sport Women 30-39 Sport Women 40-49 Sport Women 50+ Half Pint (Roughly 15 Miles) Sport Men 14 & Under - MORC Sport Men 15-18 - MORC Sport Men 19-29 - MORC Sport Men 30-39 - MORC Sport Men 40-49 - MORC Sport Men 50-59 - MORC Sport Men 60+ - MORC Sport Men Singlespeed Open Sport Men Fat Bike Open - MORC Sport Men Clydesdale Open - MORC Sport Women 14 & Under - MORC Sport Women 15-18 - MORC Sport Women 19-39 - MORC Sport Women 40-49 - MORC Sport Women 50+ - MORC Beginner Men 14 and Under - MORC Beginner Men 15-18 - MORC Beginner Men 19-29 - MORC Beginner Men 30-39 - MORC Beginner Men 40-49 - MORC Beginner Men 50-59 - MORC Beginner Men 60+ - MORC Beginner Men Clydesdale - MORC Beginner Women 14 & Under Women’s Beginner 15-18 Women’s Beginner 19-39 Women’s Beginner 40-49 Women’s Beginner 50+ Fat Bike Women Singlespeed Women

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Traverse City Trails Festival presented by Stone Hound Brewing 2026 — Traverse City, MI?

Traverse City Trails Festival presented by Stone Hound Brewing 2026 — Traverse City, MI takes place on September 26, 2026. The race is held in Traverse City, Michigan.

Where is Traverse City Trails Festival presented by Stone Hound Brewing 2026 — Traverse City, MI held?

Traverse City Trails Festival presented by Stone Hound Brewing 2026 — Traverse City, MI is held at 4050 Hammond Rd. in Traverse City, Michigan.

Where can I find hotels near Traverse City Trails Festival presented by Stone Hound Brewing 2026 — Traverse City, MI?

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