We close out the 2026 season at Big Creek, Newport’s compact and wildly fun trail system on the Central Coast — built by the Newport Trail Stewards (NEWTS) in partnership with the City of Newport, and home to one of the most exciting finishes in the series.
Discover the adventure waiting at Big Creek, Newport’s growing mountain bike destination on the Central Oregon Coast! Built with passion by the Newport Trail Stewards (NEWTS) in partnership with the City of Newport, this trail system is a true testament to community spirit and a love for the ride.
While Big Creek is a compact trail system, do not let the size fool you! With loopable trails, fast descents, and fun features, this place has a way of putting a permanent smile on your face. It is the perfect closer for the Ride the Dirt Wave series and a trail system that keeps you coming back for more.
Come join us on the Central Oregon Coast for two unforgettable days of mountain biking, camaraderie, and coastal vibes to close out the 2026 season. See you on the trails!
1.3 miles
Riders drop in on Norm!, a black diamond that means business, then flow onto Dude Sweet — some of the most satisfying flow on the Oregon Coast — before the fast and fun Learning Curves. The finish is an epic jump line that sends riders soaring right in front of the crowd. The perfect ending to the season.
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Cash is awarded at every race to the fastest Cat 1 Expert finishers — only Expert is eligible.
Season finale — Race #3 awards are followed by the Series Championship awards. On Sunday, two spectator shuttles run from the gravel lot to the bottom of the course starting at 7:45 AM (spectators only; bike racks available).
August 1–2, 2026
Saturday — Dig Day
- 10:00 AMCheck-in for Dig Day
- 10:30 AM – 1:00 PMCommunity Trail Work Day
- 1:00 PM – 3:00 PMGroup Ride
- 1:00 PM – 3:30 PMPacket Pickup & Race Registration
- 2:00 PMPre-Ride of Race Course
Sunday — Race Day
- 7:00 AMCheck-in, registration & packet pickup
- 8:00 AMCheck-in closes
- 9:00 AMRace begins
- 9:00 AM – 1:00 PMRide the Dirt Wave Enduro Race
- 1:30 PMAwards Ceremony
- 2:30 PMEvent concludes
Plan Your Arrival
Parking near the trailhead is extremely limited. All participants and spectators park at Agate Beach Wayside, then walk or bike the short 0.09-mile Ocean to Bay Path to the gravel lot at NE Harney St. & NE Big Creek Rd., and ride 1.3 miles up NE Big Creek Rd. to the trailhead along the reservoir. No trailers on the gravel road. On Sunday the gravel road is closed to through traffic — open only to event vehicles and racers on bikes. Water and porta-potties are available at the bottom of the course.
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