Big Creek Park
Northern Ohio Mountain Bike Series
Sep 28, 2025
Chardon, OH
Mountain Bike
About
Conquer Big Creek’s trails in a thrilling endurance challenge!
The NOMBS Shenanigans At Big Creek Park on September 28, 2025, is a mountain bike endurance race held in Chardon, Ohio. As part of the Northern Ohio Mountain Bike Series (NOMBS) and the Podium Payback Race Series, this event brings together riders of all skill levels for an exciting day of community, competition, and adventure. The course features a mix of forested singletrack and creek side valleys, and the race offers something for both competitive cyclists and local families seeking a fun outdoors experience.
COURSE DETAILS
2/3/4-hour endurance format on a ~1-1.5 km lap circuit; trail system features varied singletrack, technical sections, and scenic park routes.
Race HIGHLIGHTS
- Part of a youth-focused cycling initiative fostering community and adventure
- Included in the 2025 Podium Payback Race Series, attracting competitive riders
- Offers USA Cycling license discounts for participants
RIDE TYPES

Race overview
7 miles total trail network; race uses repeated circuits of a ~1-1.5 km loop.
Chardon elevation 1,144 ft; course features approximately 581 ft total descent.
Wooded singletrack, creek valleys, technical features, rolling terrain.