The races will start near the Berm Park at Chestnut Mountain.
Overall Trail Map
The 2025 Stages
Climbing Trail: Use the Papertown Express trail for ALL uphill traffic
– Lower Papertown Express: 0.79miles with 321ft of elevation gain to Berm Park
– Upper Papertown Express: 1.9miles with an additional 612ft of elevation gain up to the top. Most stages are above Berm Park, so riders should only have to make the initial 321ft of climbing from the parking lot to Berm Park once.
Imperial Stage
Elevation: Highest – 3,428ft | Lowest – 2,846ft |Elevation Loss – 582ft | .78 miles
For those seeking a rugged, raw mountain bike experience, Imperial delivers. Starting at the summit of Chestnut Mountain, this advanced, single-direction trail is a true tribute to classic Appalachian riding. Featuring hand-built off-camber sections, rake-and-ride segments, and raw technical terrain, Imperial rewards skilled riders with a mix of machine-built catch berms, locust log obstacles, and natural rock features. The trail winds down steep, challenging sections before merging with Lady Bird near the bottom. The stage will end before the full trail does, so be prepared to sprint to the finish before the official merge!
Imperial Trail Map
Wildcat Stage
Elevation: Highest – 3,099ft | Lowest – 2,795ft |Elevation Loss – 331ft with a 29’ climb midway | 1.0 miles
The Wildcat Stage serves up a mix of technical features and flow, making it a well-rounded challenge for riders. This intermediate trail throws in a little bit of everything—fast singletrack, tabletop jumps, rock gardens, rollers, handbuilt sections, and sweeping berms. The trail winds through lush ferns and rocky sections, with a few boardwalks adding variety. It starts mid-mountain, eliminating the need for a full top-to-bottom climb. Toward the end, Wildcat merges with Lady Bird, rewarding riders with a fast, thrilling finale. The stage will finish before the trail’s official end, so stay focused and watch for the finish line.
Wildcat Trail Map
Sunburst Stage
Elevation: Highest – 3,110ft | Lowest – 2,861ft |Elevation Loss – 274ft | .54 miles
Sunburst is a smooth and flowy beginner-friendly stage that’s all about speed and fun. Beginning off the Papertown Express (Upper) climb, this stage takes riders through a berm-filled adventure as they descend Chestnut Mountain. While it’s rated as a beginner trail, experienced riders can use it to pick up speed and refine their technique on the turns. Sunburst rejoins Papertown Express to complete a loop, but this stage will finish before reaching the full end of the trail, so stay sharp as you approach the finish!
Sunburst Trail Map
Union Stage
Elevation: Elevation Loss – 335ft | .64 miles
This single-direction trail carves a distinct path through Chestnut Mountain, threading through massive boulders, hand-built sections, and old logging roads repurposed into fast berms and jump lines. Unlike the smooth rhythm of Lady Bird, Union delivers a mix of rugged terrain and playful features—rock-wall rides, boulder drops, and creative line choices await those ready to explore.
Union Trail Map
Lady Bird to Bear Country Stage
Elevation: Highest – 3,242ft | Lowest – 2,655ft |Elevation Loss – 916ft | 2.2 miles
Get ready for a high-speed descent on Lady Bird, a thrilling single-track trail designed for flow, fun, and fast riding. This trail is packed with berms, rollers, and plenty of opportunities to pump and jump your way down Chestnut Mountain. Rated as intermediate, Lady Bird offers surprises for advanced riders, with hidden “easter eggs” tucked into the terrain for those looking to push their limits. Riders will weave in and out of the deep contours of the mountain, experiencing the rhythm of this dynamic trail.
The queen stage from the top of the mountain all the way to the parking lot, 2.2miles with 916ft elevation loss (one continuous stage)
Lady Bird Trail Map
Bear Country Trail Map
Stages for Each Category:
Beginner: Sunburst, Wildcat, Ladybird to Bear Country
Sport: Sunburst, Wildcat, Union, Ladybird to Bear Country
Expert: Wildcat, Union, Imperial, Ladybird to Bear Country
Junior: Sunburst, Wildcat, Union, Ladybird to Bear Country
50+: Sunburst, Wildcat, Union, Ladybird to Bear Country
Course Practice
The Enduro segments have been marked. The course will be open for practice after 12:00 PM on Friday and before 8:30 am on Saturday.
Other info:
- Each stage segment is for downhill traffic only. Do NOT ride back up any of the stages.
- You can complete the Sunburst, Wildcat, Union and Imperial stages in any order. You can only complete the Ladybird to Bear Country stage after 1:00 PM
- If there is a big crowd waiting to start a stage, move along and pick a different stage with a smaller line.
- You must complete all stages within the overall time frame for the day.
- Basic mechanical support will be available at the Berm Park.
