MacAvalanche 2026

MacAvalanche 2026 – Nevis Range

Date: Saturday 28 March 2026
Location: Nevis Range, Fort William
Event Entry: Enter via SiEntries

Overview

The legendary MacAvalanche returns to Nevis Range for 2026 — the wildest snow-to-dirt race on the UK mountain bike calendar. Over 300 riders will line up shoulder-to-shoulder at the top of Aonach Mòr, ready to drop more than 900 metres of vertical descent from snow to trail in one epic mass-start race.

This is Scotland’s own take on the iconic MegaAvalanche — part downhill, part enduro, part pure chaos — and all set against the stunning backdrop of the Highlands.

What to Expect

• ❄️ Snow starts and sketchy slides
• 🚵 High-speed technical trail sections
• 🏔️ Epic Highland scenery
• 🤘 Unbeatable atmosphere

Whether you’re racing flat-out for the podium or just here for the thrill, this is one descent you’ll never forget.

Event Format

• Mass start from the snowfields (weather dependent)
• Timed descent to the base
• Categories: Solo Men / Women / E-Bike / Hardtail
• Minimum Age: 16
• Location: Nevis Range lower trails – gondola access required

Registration, start and finish all take place at Nevis Range Mountain Resort, with gondola uplifts running throughout the event.

Schedule (TBC)

• Friday: Practice sessions & course inspection (weather permitting)
• Saturday: Race day – mass start from the snow line
• Prizegiving: Late afternoon at the base area

Times are subject to change depending on snow levels and weather conditions. Check the latest updates on the Nevis Range Events Page or Nevis Range Facebook.

Facilities

• 🏠 Basecamp Hotel & Campervan Park on site
• 🚗 Parking: £6 per vehicle (first come, first served)
• 🍔 Café & Bar: Open from 7:00 AM – late
• 🚿 Showers and bike wash available

More Info

• 📍 Nevis Range Website
• 📝 Enter via SiEntries
• 📷 Follow and share with @nevisrange on Instagram