Uinta Bikepacking 2026

The Uinta Bikepacking event is 330 miles and 33,000+ feet of elevation gain. The route begins in Park City, Utah, where riders roll out from the base of the Wasatch Mountains into a challenge that quickly pushes them beyond comfort zones. The route strings together high-altitude singletrack, punishing gravel climbs, and long stretches of remote backcountry where self-sufficiency is the only rule. Every rider is expected to carry their own gear, fix their own mechanicals, and make their own decisions, which turns the start line into more than just a race launch—it’s the threshold into an endurance test defined by resilience and grit.

From Park City, the course stretches deep into Utah’s mountain corridors, weaving through valleys, over passes, and past iconic reservoirs like Jordanelle and Strawberry. These waters may look serene, but they serve as markers of long miles endured, late-night pushes, and the mental battles of ultra racing. Riders face everything from dusty switchbacks to smooth ribbons of pavement that tempt false relief before tossing them back into loose rock and brutal climbs. The elevation is unforgiving, the weather unpredictable, and the terrain designed to test both body and mind.

What makes Uinta Bikepacking unique isn’t just the distance or difficulty, but the spirit behind it. This is a race that strips riders of comfort and control, replacing them with raw exposure, quiet isolation, and the deep satisfaction of carrying forward mile after mile on one’s own terms. By the time the finish line comes back into view in Park City, the event has reshaped every rider—it’s not about a medal or a time on the board, but about survival, discovery, and the rare, unfiltered beauty of Utah’s backcountry seen from the saddle.