Sugar Mountain is located in the heart of North Carolina’s high country, offering unparalleled mountain views and technical challenges for riders of all levels. The park is easily accessible, just a short drive from the town of Banner Elk, and approximately two hours from Asheville, making it a prime destination for both racers and spectators alike.

Sugar Mountain Bike Park, North Carolina – Stop #5

Get ready for the Go Nuts Biking International Enduro Series as it heads to the Sugar Mountain Bike Park in Banner Elk, North Carolina, for Stop #5 of the season! Situated in the scenic Blue Ridge Mountains, Sugar Mountain offers an exceptional backdrop for a thrilling race. Known for its diverse terrain, steep descents, and technical trails, Sugar is the ultimate challenge for enduro riders looking to push their limits.

Go Nuts International Enduro Round 5 - Sugar Mountain, USA

We are proud to be entering our 11th year of Go Nuts Biking, continuing to grow as a premier, family-friendly mountain bike race series across the Southeast and Mid-Atlantic. We offer cross-country and enduro events, along with endurance and downhill-style racing throughout the East Coast.

Our 2026 Champion Enduro Series will go international, featuring premier parks across the United States alongside new venues in Ecuador and Peru as part of the series.

Our focus remains on partnering with tourism organizations and local communities to create unique race experiences in new and emerging destinations. Our events consistently draw participants from an average of 10 different states, with riders traveling alongside their families and staying several days to train and explore the area before race day. We host dual race weekends featuring multiple disciplines and welcome an average of 150–250 racers per day, along with more than 1,000 spectators over the course of the weekend.

In addition to our race series, Go Nuts Biking provides professional timing and race management services, partnering with businesses, private parks, and tourism groups to produce their own events. These include urban mountain bike races in downtown settings, short track competitions, and other creative formats designed to engage both participants and spectators.

Go Nuts Biking is a true family operation, run by my wife and partner, Melissa, and me. We are passionate about creating events that offer something for everyone—from kids and beginners to elite-level competitors—while fostering a fun, competitive, and welcoming atmosphere for all.

Our mission is simple: to build great races, support local communities, and make every event an experience to remember.


Go Nuts International Enduro Round 5 - Sugar Mountain, USA

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