Otter Creek Mountain Bike Race & Trail Run

  • Date Fri 12th June 2026
  • Time 6:00PM CDT
  • Location Mandan, North Dakota
  • Price $38.53 - $102.01
  • Races 6 races
  • Distances Ultra

Event summary

Get ready for an exhilarating outdoor experience at the Otter Creek Mountain Bike Race & Trail Run, happening on June 12, 2026, at the scenic Harmon Lake in Mandan, Morton, North Dakota! This exciting event invites participants of all ages to challenge themselves with a variety of race options, including thrilling mountain bike races and invigorating trail runs. Whether you're a seasoned athlete or a first-time participant, the Otter Creek Trail Festival promises a day filled with adventure and camaraderie. With youth categories available, it’s the perfect opportunity for families to enjoy the great outdoors together. Don't miss out on this fantastic event that celebrates fitness and the beauty of nature!

Organiser's Description

THE OTTER CREEK TRAIL FESTIVAL RETURNS TO HARMON LAKE, MANDAN, ND, ON JUNE 12-13, 2026! CHOOSE FROM MTB, TRAIL RUN, AND YOUTH CATEGORIES.

Races

  • Expert Race - 55 Miles

    Incl. $7.01 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 13th June 2026 (8:00AM CDT)

    $102.01

    OPENS 27 NOV
    The 55 mile distance is going to start off with a lead in of approximately 4 miles before dropping down and crossing the dam to begin the short lap that will include Tight & Twisty, Chutes & Ladders, the Epic Short Loop (passing by the aid station) and Fast & Flowy. Short Lap distance approximately 12 miles. Laps 2 & 3 will each include the Harmon Lake trail system in it's entirety. Each of these laps will take you through Tight & Twisty to Chutes & Ladders. Next you'll hit Fast and Flowy until you hop off onto the Epic Loop. From the back of the Epic Loop you get to slay the newest trail, Blue Sky Trail. You'll pop back out and conquer the remainder of the Epic Loop to then finish the last half of Fast and Flowy. After coming through the chute you get to enjoy the ride on the pavement down to the dam before you do it all over again! Laps 2 & 3 are each approximately 19 miles. Registration includes event t-shirt and post-race meal & beverage.
  • Sport Race - 35 Miles

    Incl. $6.14 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 13th June 2026 (8:00AM CDT)

    $86.14

    OPENS 27 NOV
    The 35 mile distance will start with the same lead-in (approx. 4 miles) and short lap (approx. 12 miles) that the 55 mile race begins with. After completion of the short lap, the 2nd lap will feature all of the trails Harmon Lake has to offer including the 2 newest trails! This distance will take you through Tight & Twisty to Chutes & Ladders. Next you'll hit Fast and Flowy until you hop off onto the Epic Loop. From the back of the Epic Loop you get to slay the newest trail, Blue Sky Trail. You'll pop back out and finish the remainder of the Epic Loop and the finish with the last half of Fast and Flowy with a sprint through the finish chute! Registration includes event t-shirt and post-race meal & beverage.
  • Beginner Race - 13 Miles

    Incl. $4.98 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 13th June 2026 (11:00AM CDT)

    $64.98

    OPENS 27 NOV
    The 13 mile distance will start at under the arch before dropping down to the dam and hitting the Otter Creek Trail Tight and Twisty, Chutes and Ladders, the Short Epic Loop (where you will pass by the aid station at around mile 9) and finish out on Fast and Flowy. Registration includes event t-shirt and post-race meal & beverage.
  • E-Bike Sport - 35 Miles

    Incl. $6.14 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 13th June 2026 (8:00AM CDT)

    $86.14

    OPENS 27 NOV
    The 35 mile distance will start with the same lead-in (approx. 4 miles) and short lap (approx. 12 miles) that the 55 mile race begins with. After completion of the short lap, the 2nd lap will feature all of the trails Harmon Lake has to offer including the 2 newest trails! This distance will take you through Tight & Twisty to Chutes & Ladders. Next you'll hit Fast and Flowy until you hop off onto the Epic Loop. From the back of the Epic Loop you get to slay the newest trail, Blue Sky Trail. You'll pop back out and finish the remainder of the Epic Loop and the finish with the last half of Fast and Flowy with a sprint through the finish chute! Registration includes event t-shirt and post-race meal & beverage.
  • Trail Run Short Loop

    Incl. $3.53 Fee & Otter Creek Trail Festival Hoorag

    Fri 12th June 2026 (6:00PM CDT)

    $38.53

    OPENS 27 NOV
    The short loop will utilize the west side of Harmon starting down the 2-track and meeting up with end of Epic Loop, returning back to the finish line via Fast & Flowy. (This is the same route of the "lead-in" for the mtb race).
  • Trail Run Long Loop

    Incl. $4.69 Fee & Otter Creek Trail Festival Hoorag

    Fri 12th June 2026 (6:00PM CDT)

    $59.69

    OPENS 27 NOV
    The long loop will utilize the west side of Harmon. The race will utilize the 2-track, Epic Loop, Blue Sky, Chutes & Ladders, and finishing on Fast & Flowy with a return to the Finish Line.

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Location

Harmon Lake, Hwy 1806 & County Rd 140, Mandan, 58554, ND, United States

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