Otter Creek Mountain Bike Race & Trail Run
- Date
- June 12, 2026
- Location
- Harmon Lake, Mandan, ND
- Distance
- Expert Race - 55 Miles · Sport Race - 35 Miles · Beginner Race - 13 Miles & more
From the Organizer
Ride. Run. Celebrate the trails — North Dakota style.
Welcome to the Otter Creek Trail Festival, a two-day celebration of off-road adventure at Harmon Lake Recreation Area near Mandan, North Dakota.
Compete in the Otter Creek Trail Run or the Otter Creek Mountain Bike Race — then stick around for camping, food, and family fun at one of North Dakota’s most scenic outdoor venues.
🌟 Festival Overview 🌟
Date: June 12-13, 2026
Location: Harmon Lake, Mandan, ND
Events: Trail Run | Mountain Bike Race
Prizes: $4,200 total mtb race cash payout — equal for men and women
Host: 701 Cycle & Sport
The Otter Creek Trail Festival is a weekend designed for everyone — from first-time trail runners to expert mountain bikers chasing podium spots. Come for the race, stay for the community, and experience why Harmon Lake is North Dakota’s favorite summer trail destination.
Distances & Pricing
Race Location
About This Sport
From Endurance Grid's Founder
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.
Mountain biking takes place on singletrack and natural terrain where reading the trail matters as much as fitness — cornering, braking, and instinct on dirt are skills that only come from time in the saddle.
Events range from beginner-friendly cross-country races to technical enduros, and the trail community is one of the most welcoming in endurance sport.
Mountain Bike
XC races, enduros, and fat bike events across Midwest trails. Technical, physical, and completely different from anything on pavement.
Coming Up
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Otter Creek Mountain Bike Race & Trail Run?
- Otter Creek Mountain Bike Race & Trail Run is a mountain bike event held in Mandan, North Dakota. Learn more about the different endurance sports here.
- When and where is the Otter Creek Mountain Bike Race & Trail Run?
- Friday, June 12, 2026 in Mandan, North Dakota at Harmon Lake, Mandan, ND. Check the official event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Otter Creek Mountain Bike Race & Trail Run?
- Registration is handled through their official registration page. Confirm pricing, distances available, and sign up there.
Otter Creek Mountain Bike Race & Trail Run
Jun 12, 2026