Sanctioned By USA Cycling

Southwest Downhill Series RD 1

Jun

6

Sat

Date & Time

Jun. 6, 2026 — Jun. 7, 2026

8:00 AM — 4:00 PM

Location

Snow Valley

35100 CA-18, Running Springs, CA 92382

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This event is hosted by SouthwestDH.com. Online registration is now open.

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The starting line for the Southwest Downhill mountain bike race event at Snow Valley with a rider on their bike ready to hit the trail.
A mountain biker on a teal bike wearing black pants, a black with teal jersey, and white and pink full face helmet riding a dirt trail with trees and rocks surrounding at Snow Valley.
Spectators watch on the sidelines as a mountain bike rider rolls through a rock garden section of the Southwest Downhill race at Snow Valley.
A mountain bike rider jumping down a wooden bridge terrain feature during the Southwest Downhill race at Snow Valley.
A mountain bike rider in a full face helmet, white and pink jersey, and black pants on a white and pink bike ride on a dirt trail as spectators watch during a Snow Valley race event.
A mountain bike rider in all black with a full face helmet finishing a rock section on a dirt trail during the Southwest Downhill event at Snow Valley.
The winner podium of the Southwest Downhill mountain bike race with five teens to adults holding up their helmets and winners checks at the base of Snow Valley.
The starting line for the Southwest Downhill mountain bike race event at Snow Valley with a rider on their bike ready to hit the trail.
A mountain biker on a teal bike wearing black pants, a black with teal jersey, and white and pink full face helmet riding a dirt trail with trees and rocks surrounding at Snow Valley.
Spectators watch on the sidelines as a mountain bike rider rolls through a rock garden section of the Southwest Downhill race at Snow Valley.
A mountain bike rider jumping down a wooden bridge terrain feature during the Southwest Downhill race at Snow Valley.
A mountain bike rider in a full face helmet, white and pink jersey, and black pants on a white and pink bike ride on a dirt trail as spectators watch during a Snow Valley race event.
A mountain bike rider in all black with a full face helmet finishing a rock section on a dirt trail during the Southwest Downhill event at Snow Valley.
The winner podium of the Southwest Downhill mountain bike race with five teens to adults holding up their helmets and winners checks at the base of Snow Valley.
Step into the Southwest Downhill Series! We're thrilled to offer a race series that embraces families and welcomes participants of all expertise levels. At every event, there's a dedicated Cat 2/3 course available if required, designed with novices in mind, providing an excellent chance to experience downhill racing. Join us and discover the excitement of mountain bike racing firsthand. Snow Valley will host the 1st and 3rd (August 29-30) races in the series.

About Southwest Downhill Series

Created with passion and purpose, the Southwest Downhill Series is here to provide consistent, safe, family friendly events that cater to the career minded racer and weekend warrior. The SWDH Series is USA cycling sanctioned, allowing athletes to earn valuable points that qualify them to compete in higher level events. 2026 is poised to be another great year of racing here on the West Coast!
Visit SouthwestDH.com for Full Details

Jun

6

Sat

Sanctioned By USA Cycling

Southwest Downhill Series RD 1

Date & Time

Jun. 6, 2026 — Jun. 7, 2026

8:00 AM — 4:00 PM

Location

Snow Valley

35100 CA-18, Running Springs, CA 92382

See on map

Register

This event is hosted by SouthwestDH.com. Online registration is now open.

REGISTER NOW

Step into the Southwest Downhill Series! We're thrilled to offer a race series that embraces families and welcomes participants of all expertise levels. At every event, there's a dedicated Cat 2/3 course available if required, designed with novices in mind, providing an excellent chance to experience downhill racing. Join us and discover the excitement of mountain bike racing firsthand. Snow Valley will host the 1st and 3rd (August 29-30) races in the series.

About Southwest Downhill Series

Created with passion and purpose, the Southwest Downhill Series is here to provide consistent, safe, family friendly events that cater to the career minded racer and weekend warrior. The SWDH Series is USA cycling sanctioned, allowing athletes to earn valuable points that qualify them to compete in higher level events. 2026 is poised to be another great year of racing here on the West Coast!
Visit SouthwestDH.com for Full Details
The starting line for the Southwest Downhill mountain bike race event at Snow Valley with a rider on their bike ready to hit the trail.
A mountain biker on a teal bike wearing black pants, a black with teal jersey, and white and pink full face helmet riding a dirt trail with trees and rocks surrounding at Snow Valley.
Spectators watch on the sidelines as a mountain bike rider rolls through a rock garden section of the Southwest Downhill race at Snow Valley.
A mountain bike rider jumping down a wooden bridge terrain feature during the Southwest Downhill race at Snow Valley.
A mountain bike rider in a full face helmet, white and pink jersey, and black pants on a white and pink bike ride on a dirt trail as spectators watch during a Snow Valley race event.
A mountain bike rider in all black with a full face helmet finishing a rock section on a dirt trail during the Southwest Downhill event at Snow Valley.
The winner podium of the Southwest Downhill mountain bike race with five teens to adults holding up their helmets and winners checks at the base of Snow Valley.
The starting line for the Southwest Downhill mountain bike race event at Snow Valley with a rider on their bike ready to hit the trail.
A mountain biker on a teal bike wearing black pants, a black with teal jersey, and white and pink full face helmet riding a dirt trail with trees and rocks surrounding at Snow Valley.
Spectators watch on the sidelines as a mountain bike rider rolls through a rock garden section of the Southwest Downhill race at Snow Valley.
A mountain bike rider jumping down a wooden bridge terrain feature during the Southwest Downhill race at Snow Valley.
A mountain bike rider in a full face helmet, white and pink jersey, and black pants on a white and pink bike ride on a dirt trail as spectators watch during a Snow Valley race event.
A mountain bike rider in all black with a full face helmet finishing a rock section on a dirt trail during the Southwest Downhill event at Snow Valley.
The winner podium of the Southwest Downhill mountain bike race with five teens to adults holding up their helmets and winners checks at the base of Snow Valley.
    • Schedule
      SATURDAY, JUNE 6

      • 7AM-1PM: Athlete Registration/Check-In
      • 8AM-4PM: Bike Park Opens, Public Lift Hours
      • 8:30AM-11:30AM: Practice Group C
      • 11:30AM-2:30PM: Practice Group A/B
      • 3PM-TBD: Pro/Cat 1 Seeding

      SUNDAY, JUNE 7

      • 7AM-9AM: Athlete Registration/Check-In
      • 8AM-4PM: Bike Park Opens, Public Lift Hours
      • 8AM-9:45AM: Practice Group C
      • 9:45AM-11:30AM: Practice Group A/B
      • 12PM-TBD: Finals with Awards to Follow

      RACER INFO

      • Number plates and full face helmets are required!
      • Practice session cutoff times will be controlled at the start house.
      • Practice will be broken into three groups, subject to change:
        • Group A: Pro Men, Pro Women, Cat 1 Junior Men 17-18, Cat 1 Women 17-18, Cat 1 Men 15-16, Vet Pro Men
        • Group B: Cat 1 Categories (excluding Cat 1 Jr 17 Men, Cat 1 Men 15-16, Cat 1 Women 18 & Under
        • Group C: Cat 2/3 Categories, Mini Rippers 10 & Under, E-Bikes
    • Open Venues
      Food & Beverage

      Refuel at Thunder Mountain BBQ & Bar, outside of the main Chalet building, to ensure you're fully charged for dirt trail action. Open from 7:30AM to 4PM on Saturday and Sunday serving items such as burgers, hot dogs, a wide selection of beverages, and more.

      Sports Shop

      Swing by the retail store in the base area from 8:30AM to 4PM to grab new biking gear, branded Snow Valley merchandise, or trinkets and mementos to bring back home.

      Rental Shop & Ticket Windows

      The Rental Shop and Ticket Windows will be open from 7:30AM to 4PM during the Southwest Downhill race weekend. Stop by to pickup your advance purchase reservations or secure products the same-day. Subject to availability.
    • Additional Operations
      • Chairlifts will open an hour earlier than usual (8AM instead of 9AM) for racers and public use during the races.
      • Quick Draw, Crazy Horse, and Gun Smoke trails will be fully closed all day on both days to accommodate the races.
      • Parking is free. Racer pits will be set up in the paved area outside of the restrooms; overnight parking and camping is prohibited.
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