1 cycling event in Rancho Santa Margarita, California

Thank you for registering for the Good Dirt Ride!

Get ready for an incredible day of dirt, adventure, community, and impact at Southern California's biggest and most fun mountain bike event! Every mile you ride helps support two amazing nonprofits: Team Africa Rising, developing the next generation of cyclists across Africa, and OCMTBA, protecting and expanding mountain bike trail access right here at home.

Be sure to follow us on Facebook for the latest event updates, route information, fundraising opportunities, raffle announcements, and special surprises leading up to ride day. You'll also receive periodic emails with important event information.

FAST-TRACK CHECK-IN & PACKET PICKUP

Skip the lines and start your ride day stress-free!

Early packet pickup will be available on Friday, October 23, 2026, from 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM at:

Rock N Road Cyclery

27825 Santa Margarita Pkwy

Mission Viejo, CA

You may also pick up packets for friends and family.

EVENT LOCATION

Applied Medical

29977 Avenida de Las Banderas

Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

ROLL OUT TIMES

All riders MUST roll out with their designated group and follow all Orange County Sheriff's Department instructions.

• 50 Mile Ride – 7:00 AM

• 25 Mile Ride - 8:00 AM

• 15 Mile Ride – 9:00 AM

• 10 Mile Ride – 9:00 AM

RAFFLE, PRIZES & FUNDRAISING

Don't forget to raise funds! Every dollar helps create opportunities through cycling both locally and throughout Africa. Plus, you'll have the chance to win amazing raffle prizes and fundraising awards. If you raise $300 or more we'll even refund your entry fee! Highest fundraising team gets FREE entry into the 2027 Good Dirt Ride (top 5 fundraisers).

IMPORTANT REGISTRATION POLICY

Registration fees, purchases, and donations are non-refundable.

Registrations may be transferred for an additional fee; however, transfers are NOT permitted on event day. All transfers must be completed online no later than Friday, October 23, 2026, at 12:00 PM (Noon) PST.

NEW FOR 2026 — THE OC TRAIL FESTIVAL!

Before the Good Dirt Ride, join us for an all-new weekend of camping, riding, family fun, great food, and trail community at the OC Trail Festival, August 14–16, 2026.

This exciting new event also benefits Team Africa Rising and OCMTBA, giving you another opportunity to support two great causes while enjoying everything we love about mountain biking.

We can't wait to see you on the trails!