Rider Check-In
Saturday Afternoon or Sunday Morning
Rider check-in is required to receive your timing chip.
- Saturday: Location is TBD and will be announced closer to the event.
- Sunday (Race Day): Check in and pick up your timing chip at Chair 9 Pizza (10459 Mt. Baker Highway), located just a few yards from the start line near Snowater Rd. Timing chips are available beginning 30 minutes before your start time.
No Cell Service
Please Plan Ahead
There is very limited cell service at Chair 9, in Glacier, and in the surrounding area. Coverage at Artist Point varies by carrier. Be sure to plan ahead with your support team.
Start Line & Parking
All start lines begin at Snowater Road, just east of Glacier, WA. Parking attendants will direct you where to park. Please note that parking areas will be shared in the rider newsletter the week of the event. These locations are available only during the times we provide, as attendants must be on site to manage access. They are generously offered by local community members and business owners, and we do not post them publicly to respect their privacy.
All vehicles parking at Artist Point will need a
NW Forest Pass ($5). Because parking near Glacier is limited, we strongly encourage carpooling. Please, no day parking in the Chair 9 lot. This space is reserved for drop-off, the shuttle and volunteers.
Our message board is a great resource for finding carpools and riding buddies.
Important
The highway closes to traffic at 7:00 am sharp and remains closed both eastbound and westbound until 12:00 pm.
Start Times
- Social: 7:00 am
- Recreational: 8:00 am
- Competitive: 8:30 am
Transportation and Bag Drop Details
Catch a Ride!
Parking is very limited, so we strongly encourage carpooling.
Bag Shuttle
The Baker Bus will transport bags to the top for riders. If you would like to send up clothes, food, or other items, please tag your bag with your name and contact info. Bags will be waiting for you at the Finish Line.
- First bag shuttle departs Chair 9 at 7:45 am
- Second bag shuttle departs Chair 9 at 8:40 am
Return Shuttle
The Baker Bus has very limited capacity, with space for only 20 passengers per shuttle. Seating is first come, first served. The bus includes a trailer for bikes, but please note that bikes transported down are at the rider’s own risk.
- First shuttle departs Artist Point at 10:30 am
- Second shuttle departs Heather Meadows Café at 12:30 pm
Other Options
The quickest way down is to ride your bike or arrange for a support person to drive a vehicle with a bike rack up to Artist Point before the 7:00 am road closure. It is a beautiful spot to enjoy the views and hikes while waiting.
Parking Reminder
A NW Forest Pass is required to park at Artist Point. The cost is $5.
RIDE IN STYLE
The 2025 custom Voler store is now closed. Check back in 2026 for next year’s order!