The Laramie Range Epic 2026 is a high-quality mountain bike event on the beautiful single-track trails of Laramie, Wyoming. It is considered one of the Best Mountain Bike Events in the Rockies, as rated by Strambecco. The race originated in 1998, starting in historic Downtown Laramie with a police escort through town before climbing 1,300 feet out of the Laramie Valley and into the stunning hills just East of Laramie on the trails that make this area so special. Twenty-five+ years later, the race has maintained a traditional approach to cross-country racing while adapting to the evolution of cross-country culture.

Two distance options take place over a set, looped course; you can complete one lap (one and done) or two (Laramie Range Epic). The lap is a 32-mile loop (3,190 ft of climbing/descending at over 7500 ft in elevation) winding through the Pole Mountain trail system, making the full Laramie Range Epic challenge a total of 64 miles and 6,380 ft. of climbing. Racers are supported by a dedicated group of volunteers and sponsors who help make the race as fun and approachable as it is challenging and competitive.

Aid stations are every 10 miles with performance sports nutrition and fresh food, bringing that to six possible stops you can take to refuel during the Epic. After the race, there will be food from food trucks, and you and your family can pre-buy food tickets for 10 dollars a person, which is good for one meal from any vendor. There will be food and a nice, good-hearted feeling after a party with music and an award ceremony.

The official lodging partner for the event is Holiday Inn Laramie, and primitive camping is available at the event site.