Lake Placid Welcomes the UCI Mountain Bike World Series, Spetember 27-29, 2024

Lake Placid's legacy of world class sporting competition continues as we welcome the UCI World Cup to the trails of Mt Van Hoevenberg. Over three days, September 27-29, racers will compete in three races: UCI Cross-country Olympic World Cup (XCO), UCI Cross-country Short Track World Cup (XCC), and UCI Cross-country Marathon World Cup (XCM). These high-adrenaline competitions will be a thrill for spectators, featuring the top male and female mountain bike cross-country and short track riders from around the world. Learn more and get your tickets!

Start planning your spectator experience

Late September is a fantastic time to visit the Lake Placid region. Fall foliage is nearing peak, bugs are all but gone, and temperatures are ideal for high-adrenaline adventure. With an epic event to center your travel around, it's the perfect excuse to make it a full vacation. Whether you're planning to come and do some mountain biking yourself, or just love spectating a global competition, Lake Placid will be THE place to be September 27-29.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I camp?
Where can I ride?

The area has several fantastic mountain biking trail networks! Here are five you should visit:

Where are e-bikes allowed?

The Adirondack Rail Trail allows class 1 e-bikes.

Where can I get my bike tuned or fixed while I'm in town?

There are a few bike rental and repair shops in both Lake Placid and Saranac Lake!

What other things can I do while I'm in town?

Lake Placid was home to two Olympics, and you can still visit all of the Legacy Sites! Walk down Main Street to do some shopping, and get out on Mirror Lake for a relaxing paddleboard or swim.

Where can I go to grab some snacks before mountain biking?

You could grab a sweet treat at one of the bakeries or coffee shops, and get some bars or other energy snacks at any of the gear shops!