orbion x Copper Harbor Trails Fest

Labor Day Weekend

A Family Reunion for Mountain Biking

Hosted by the Copper Harbor Trails Club, the 32nd Annual Orbion x Copper Harbor Trails Fest takes place August 29th - 31st, 2025. The annual Labor Day Weekend event features races, music, beer, and good times over three days of action! This all-ages event has something for everyone, whether you're a cross-country lover, blazing-fast downhiller, enduro expert, sure-footed trail runner, or aspiring young ripper. Enjoy the best of what Copper Harbor, MI, has to offer with us all weekend!

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WHAT TO EXPECT THIS YEAR

Schedule

Participant Guide

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Friday, August 29, 2025

6:30 – 9:00 PM – Drinks served at Donny Kilpela Memorial Park
6:30 – 8:30 PM – The Link-Up: Trails Fest Farm-to-Trail Dinner
7:00 – 9:00 PM – Registration & Check-in (Donny Kilpela Memorial Park)
8:00 – 9:00 PM – Movie in the Park (ANYTIME viewing)

Saturday, August 30, 2025

8:00 – 9:30 AM – Registration & Check-in (Donny Kilpela Memorial Park)
10:00 AM – XC Race Start (Downtown Copper Harbor)
12:00 – 2:00 PM – Registration Open (Donny Kilpela Memorial Park)
2:00 – 11:00 PM – Drinks served (Donny Kilpela Memorial Park)
2:00 – 5:00 PM – Guided Women’s Only Enduro Pre-Ride (East Bluff)
3:00 PM – Downhill Race (Overflow)
4:00 PM – Junior MTB Races (Orchard Trail)
6:00 PM – Awards Ceremony (Donny Kilpela Memorial Park)
6:45 PM – ArtBike Opening (Donny Kilpela Memorial Park)
7:00 – 11:00 PM – Live Music: Dead North (Donny Kilpela Memorial Park)

Sunday, August 31, 2025

7:30 – 9:30 AM – Registration & Check-in (Donny Kilpela Memorial Park)
8:00 AM – 10K Trail Run (Start: Donny Kilpela Memorial Park)
9:00 AM – 1:50 PM* – Enduro Race – Sport Class (East Bluff; waves)
9:00 AM – 4:00 PM* – Enduro Race – Expert Class (East Bluff; waves)
10:45 AM – 1:00 PM* – Enduro Race – Beginner Class (East Bluff; waves)
2:00 – 11:00 PM – Drinks served (Donny Kilpela Memorial Park)
6:00 PM – Awards Ceremony (Donny Kilpela Memorial Park)
7:00 – 11:00 PM – Live Music: 4onthefloor (Donny Kilpela Memorial Park)
8:30 PM – Raffle Drawing (between sets at the park)

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King & Queen of the Mountain

Do you have what it takes to dominate at every event? Maybe not dominate... how about survive? The King and Queen of the Mountain is awarded to the fastest racers in the Expert Enduro, Long XC, & Downhill events. You must race in all three events to qualify! KOM/QOM ranks are determined by tallying up your place in each of the qualifying races. The lowest combined score wins (this is not judged on time except in a tie breaker).

Add in the 10k Trail Run to qualify for our special Beast Mode award! Given out to the craziest man and woman on the mountain, this special award recognizes the insane spirit of those that truly appreciate trails and are able to tackle every discipline at a high level. Just finishing all four of our top events is a feat to be commended for!