The 2026 Mountain Mama Road Bike Challenge is scheduled to take place on Saturday, August 1, 2026 in beautiful Highland County, Virginia. The yearly event features 2 States, 3 Counties, 9 mountains, 105 miles, and over 10,000 feet of climb. The challenge features 4 courses of different ability levels that include:
Blue Grass Valley Ride: 27 miles of rolling valley hills.
Two State Short Ride: 53 miles and 4 mountains to climb.
Two State Long Ride: follow the century ride for 54 miles then add the Blue Grass Valley ride for a total of 67 miles with 4 mountains to climb.
Century: 2 States, 3 counties, 9 mountains, over 100 miles and over 10,000 feet to climb !
Route Maps & Climb profiles are available at http://highlandcountyrecreation.org/mountain-mama-road-bike-challenge.html
The Stonewood Vol. Fire Dept. is hosting its 4th annual 5 alarm 5k. This race will raise money for Stonewood Vol. Fire Dept. in its efforts to purchase and maintain safe equipment for the community it serves.
Race starts at 8 am and registration is 6:30 am at the Stonewood Vol. Fire Dept.
The first 100 entries will receive an event themed challenge coin.