| Lost in the Rocks and Trees - Mountain Bike Race |
Ontario's Toughest Mountain Bike Race, Lost in the Rocks and Trees, is back for its 15th year in beautiful Mattawa Voyageur Country July 17th 2010 THE RACE Both physically and mentally tough, this XC race has become an Ontario Classic! Take on either the approx. 62km or 110km courses. This year look for some great new twists on an old favourite. For race registration information please Click Here TAKE THE TRAIN TO THE RACE! Lost in the Rocks is partnering with the Bike Train to provide a unique way for race participants from the GTA to get to the race. Cruise down to Union Station, have your bike loaded in to a specially designed baggage car, and kick back and watch the landscape role by as the train takes you to North Bay. Once in North Bay shuttles will be available to bring you over to Mattawa for a great race weekend. NEW FESTIVAL STYLE VENUE! Pack your tent and fill the cooler, this year the race is going to be based out of Nature's Harmony Ecolodge, a spectacular 500 acre property just outside of Mattawa. The course will begin at the lodge, connect with the Voyageur Multi-Use Trail System (VMUTS), make a short leg through Downtown Mattawa where the streets will be lined with spectators, before returning along the VMUTS trails to Nature's Harmony. This new venue will provide a great festival atmosphere, camping, food, outdoor showers, saunas and evening entertainment, so plan to stay the weekend! Camping available July 16-18th  Other Bike Friendly Accommodation Options in Mattawa Voyageur Country(secure bike storage and bike wash) L'Auberge des Pionniers: Spacious Cabins - 25km from race venue Mattawa Adventure Camp: Cabins and Motel Rooms - 15.8km from race venue Mattawa Golf and Ski Resort: Cabins - 28km from race venue Monarch Rise B&B: Cozy on Hwy to North Bay - 32.5km from race venue Moosehead Estate B&B: Upscale option, very peaceful setting - 18.4km from race venue Samuel de Champlain Provincial Park - NO Bike Storage - 30km from race venue Sid Turcotte Park: Camp within walking distance of downtown - 15.2km from race venue Taggart Lake Campground: Family oriented camping - 21.7km from race venue Talon Lake Campground: On Hwy to North Bay - 43.9km from race venue Valois Motel: Downtown Mattawa - 15.1km from race venue Welcome Inn: Short drive to downtown - 19km from race venue Click Here for More Great Voyageur Adventure Week Activities: FAQ: Rocks? Its in the name! Mud? You better believe it! Hills? Hammer your way up, and hold on tight for the way down!          |
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