![]() Take note that there are no hookups, so vehicles must be self-contained. The majority of attendees bring adventure vehicles, while a smaller percentage bring tents. Expect a 2.5 hour drive from Portland, and a 2 hour drive from Bend, Oregon. Navigating to the event is easy whichever way you approach, and road conditions are paved in either direction. While most of the riding actually occurs within the trail systems of Oakridge, MBO headquarters is stationed in the adjacent town of Westfir, nestled beside the upper section of the Willamette River in the Willamette National Forest. It’s unclear whether or not the two-event format will return in subsequent years. This year's MBO took place between July 15th-18th. However, the format of the festival has been pared down to just one event occurring in July. This was due to the sheer amount of people wanting to attend. In years past, MBO happened twice a year: once in July and then in August. ![]() Shuttled mountain bike rides supported by MBO’s illustrious guide crew are the main attraction, while the evening beer and beverage garden, replete with music, raffles and “activities” are a welcomed bonus to a very packed day of trail riding. Mountain Bike Oregon (MBO) is a unique festival that happens in the Willamette National Forest bordering Oakridge and Westfir, Oregon. We’re going to give the low-down on Oregon’s premier mountain biking festival so you’ll be ready for next year’s event. If you’ve never heard of Mountain Bike Oregon, then listen up.
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