May 9, 2026
Capitol Forest, Washington
Mtb cycling event
Kick off the 2026 Cascadia Dirt Cup season with a gritty enduro throwdown on Capitol Forest's legendary North Slope trails.
Round #1 of the Cascadia Dirt Cup returns to its home turf at North Slope in Capitol Forest. With a practice day on May 8th followed by a full race day on May 9th, riders will have time to dial in their lines before stepping into what organizers are calling "the Octagon." This enduro-format race is the opening salvo of the 2026 CDC series, setting the tone for the season on trails that have become synonymous with Pacific Northwest gravity racing. Whether you're a seasoned series veteran or a first-timer ready to test your mettle, North Slope delivers technical, demanding terrain that rewards commitment and bike handling finesse.