Appalachian Mountain Bike Club

Joy Ride - Big South Fork
2026-06-07 10:00 - 13:30 (America/New_York) | Big South Fork – Bandy Creek, Bandy Loop, Oneida, 37841
Sunday, June 7th 10:00 AM – 1:30 PM at Big South Fork
Beginner through Intermediate
NOTE: Big South Fork straddles two time zones. We will operate this event on EST!
Join us at Big South Fork EPIC WEEKEND to celebrate National Trails Day with an EPIC JOY RIDE! Grab a friend or make some new ones at this event for female, female-identifying, and non-binary riders of all abilities 18 years and older.
This event is free, but please register and complete your 2026 AMBC Waiver by Thursday, June 4th. This helps us ensure we have enough volunteers and supplies.
Joy Ride is here to help women feel comfortable in the woods. No one gets left behind, and everyone leaves with a big smile. We make sure every rider is comfortable with the group’s pace and that no section of trail is beyond the ability level of the group. We have options for all skill levels, so come party on single track with us!!
Bring your helmet, shoes, ride snacks, water, a spare tube if you have one, and a way to carry it on your ride. Please arrive at 10:00 AM for sign-in!
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Joy Ride Full Event Schedule
10:00 – 10:15

Sign in – This event will meet at the Bandy Creek Visitor’s Center parking lot (151 Stable Rd. Oneida, TN 37841).
Mix and mingle with the other attendees

10:15 – 10:30

Announcements
Meet your group leaders

10:30 – 1:30

Ride and have fun!

1:30

Thank your ride leaders, sweeps, and fellow riders for such a fun day!

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Ride Leaders & Ride Sweeps Needed!
We are always looking for ride leaders and sweeps to lead our ride groups in a fun and safe manner. If you are a confident rider with a genuine interest in sharing your love of the sport and knowledge of the trails, please select “volunteer” in the ticket option below. You don’t have to be an advanced rider to volunteer; just be confident at the level you choose in the follow-up form.
Riding Levels
Beginner: I’m relatively new to mountain biking. I like it and want to learn about how to be comfortable on varied terrain with more technical features. Distance: 5 – 7 miles
Beginner Plus: I’m comfortable on green and most blue trails. I’m venturing out onto harder trails, but still have to walk some of the more technical features. Distance: Under 10 miles
Intermediate: I am a confident rider and can ride my bike on technical terrain. I’m fine with roots and rocks, comfortable on blue trails and ready for new challenge. Distance: 10 – 15 miles
Volunteer: I’m a confident rider. I know the trails well, and I’d love to help out as a ride leader or sweep! There will be a separate form for you to list your volunteer preferences. You don’t have to be an advanced rider to volunteer; just be confident at the level you choose in the volunteer form.
*Rides are subject to change based on weather and group consensus. Stay tuned for more info & updates.

TVB's Easy Rider
2026-06-09 18:30, 2026-06-23 18:30, 2026-07-14 18:30, 2026-07-28 18:30, 2026-08-11 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-08-25 08:00 - 17:00 | TN
Easy Rider is Tennessee Valley Bikes’ social group mountain bike ride. Chill pace, snack breaks, no drop, and beginner friendly! The rides are usually about 1 hour and 4-6 miles.
Easy Rider is the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays — the opposite Tuesdays as AMBC Social Ride (so you can do it all!). Ride locations + details are posted on their Instagram and Facebook pages. Stay tuned with TVB for updates, changes, or cancellations!

Social Ride at Baker Creek
2026-06-16 17:30 - 19:30, 2026-07-21 17:30 - 19:30, 2026-08-18 17:30 - 19:30, 2026-09-15 17:30 - 19:30, 2026-10-20 17:30 - 19:30, 2026-11-17 17:30 - 19:30 | Baker Creek Preserve, 1516 Taylor Road, Knoxville, TN, 37920, United States
Join us for a fun, low-pressure group ride at Baker Creek! AMBC’s Social Ride is a great way to connect with other mountain bikers and get comfortable on the trails. Everyone is welcome!!
Meet at 5:30 at Baker Creek Pavilion (1530 Taylor Rd) and ride at 6:00! Rides are usually around 1.5 hours and average 5-7 miles. No drop; no one gets left behind! Complete our 2026 waiver before you ride.
Please note: We will not ride if it is raining or if the trails are wet — check the trail conditions here. We may pivot to a greenway ride, so keep an eye on our Instagram and Facebook for day-of updates.
Social Ride is every 1st Tuesday at Meads Quarry and every 3rd Tuesday at Baker Creek from spring through fall, unless otherwise noted. We’d love to see you on the trails!

Catalyst Sports - Adaptive MTB Ride
2026-06-27 09:30 - 12:00 | Baker Creek Preserve, 1516 Taylor Road, Knoxville, TN, 37920, United States
Experience the thrill of being in nature with Catalyst Sports‘ Adaptive Mountain Bike Program! Check out the next event below and register to ride or volunteer. If you would like reserve an adaptive mountain bike, select your preferred bike when you register. Registration opens 2 weeks before each ride.
Time: June 27, 2026 from 9:30 am to 12:00 pm.
Location: Baker Creek Preserve, 3726 Sevier Heights Rd, Knoxville, TN 37920 (Meet on the right side of the building complex & parking lot)
Upcoming Dates for 2026:
(4th Saturday of each month, plus special events)

June 27 (Morning Ride)
July 25th (Morning Ride)
August 22 (Morning Ride)
September 26 (Morning Ride)
October 17th (Morning Ride)
November 6th, 7th, 8th – AMBC Fall Fest
December 12 – Tour De Lights

Visit CatalystSports.org/Knoxville for more details and registration. Volunteers needed for all rides!

Social Ride at Meads Quarry
2026-07-07 17:30 - 19:30, 2026-08-04 17:30 - 19:30, 2026-09-01 17:30 - 19:30, 2026-10-06 17:30 - 19:30, 2026-11-03 17:30 - 19:30 | Meads Quarry, 3526 Island Home Pike, Knoxville, TN, 37920, United States
Join us for a fun, low-pressure group ride at Meads Quarry! AMBC’s Social Ride is a great way to connect with other mountain bikers and get comfortable on the trails. Everyone is welcome!!
Meet at 5:30 at just between the parking lot and Meads Quarry, and ride at 6:00! Rides are usually around 1.5 hours and average 5-7 miles. No drop; no one gets left behind! Complete our 2026 waiver before you ride.
Please note: We will not ride if it is raining or if the trails are wet — check the trail conditions here. We may pivot to a greenway ride, so keep an eye on our Instagram and Facebook for day-of updates.
Social Ride is every 1st Tuesday at Meads Quarry and every 3rd Tuesday at Baker Creek from spring through fall, unless otherwise noted. We’d love to see you on the trails!
*Parking at Ijams (including the Meads Quarry lots) requires an Ijams membership with a parking pass or a one-time parking pass of $5/day that can be purchased in the parking lot.

Veterans Ride at Baker Creek with Dirt Ops Chattanooga
2026-07-12 10:00 | Baker Creek Preserve, 1516 Taylor Road, Knoxville, TN, 37920, United States
Veterans are invited to join the Dirt Ops Chattanooga at Baker Creek Preserve on Sunday, July 12 for their No Drop July Group Ride. They plan to arrive at Baker Creek around 10 am, but message them on Facebook to get connected for final details!

TVB's Summer Steamer
2026-07-18 | TN
Tennessee Valley Bikes is hosting their Summer Steamer again on July 18, 2026. Get ready to ride every mountain bike trail in Knoxville on the hottest day of the year… more details coming soon!
Knoxville is a great place to mountain bike and it’s also beautiful in mid-summer. The density of the forest makes for a jungle-like experience. Test your skills with your friends on this challenging course.
The purpose of this event is to get together and go for a big mountain bike ride. It’s going to be hot, it’s going to be hard, and it’s going to be fun. It’s not a race. There is no timing. There is no pressure to adhere to the course. Go swimming. Get ice cream. Take a nap. All good ideas. Just make sure you stop by the finish when you’re done so we know you’re doing good. Also, you’ll want your food!

Catalyst Sports - Adaptive MTB Ride
2026-07-25 09:30 - 12:00 | Baker Creek Preserve, 1516 Taylor Road, Knoxville, TN, 37920, United States
Experience the thrill of being in nature with Catalyst Sports‘ Adaptive Mountain Bike Program! Check out the next event below and register to ride or volunteer. If you would like reserve an adaptive mountain bike, select your preferred bike when you register. Registration opens 2 weeks before each ride.
Time: July 25, 2026 from 9:30 am to 12:00 pm.
Location: Baker Creek Preserve, 3726 Sevier Heights Rd, Knoxville, TN 37920 (Meet on the right side of the building complex & parking lot)
Upcoming Dates for 2026:
(4th Saturday of each month, plus special events)

July 25th (Morning Ride)
August 22 (Morning Ride)
September 26 (Morning Ride)
October 17th (Morning Ride)
November 6th, 7th, 8th – AMBC Fall Fest
December 12 – Tour De Lights

Visit CatalystSports.org/Knoxville for more details and registration. Volunteers needed for all rides!

Catalyst Sports - Adaptive MTB Ride
2026-08-22 09:30 - 12:00 | Baker Creek Preserve, 1516 Taylor Road, Knoxville, TN, 37920, United States
Experience the thrill of being in nature with Catalyst Sports‘ Adaptive Mountain Bike Program! Check out the next event below and register to ride or volunteer. If you would like reserve an adaptive mountain bike, select your preferred bike when you register. Registration opens 2 weeks before each ride.
Time: August 22, 2026 from 9:30 am to 12:00 pm.
Location: Baker Creek Preserve, 3726 Sevier Heights Rd, Knoxville, TN 37920 (Meet on the right side of the building complex & parking lot)
Upcoming Dates for 2026:
(4th Saturday of each month, plus special events)

August 22 (Morning Ride)
September 26 (Morning Ride)
October 17th (Morning Ride)
November 6th, 7th, 8th – AMBC Fall Fest
December 12 – Tour De Lights

Visit CatalystSports.org/Knoxville for more details and registration. Volunteers needed for all rides!

Catalyst Sports - Adaptive MTB Ride
2026-09-26 09:30 - 12:00 | Baker Creek Preserve, 1516 Taylor Road, Knoxville, TN, 37920, United States
Experience the thrill of being in nature with Catalyst Sports‘ Adaptive Mountain Bike Program! Check out the next event below and register to ride or volunteer. If you would like reserve an adaptive mountain bike, select your preferred bike when you register. Registration opens 2 weeks before each ride.
Time: September 26, 2026 from 9:30 am to 12:00 pm.
Location: Baker Creek Preserve, 3726 Sevier Heights Rd, Knoxville, TN 37920 (Meet on the right side of the building complex & parking lot)
Upcoming Dates for 2026:
(4th Saturday of each month, plus special events)

September 26 (Morning Ride)
October 17th (Morning Ride)
November 6th, 7th, 8th – AMBC Fall Fest
December 12 – Tour De Lights

Visit CatalystSports.org/Knoxville for more details and registration. Volunteers needed for all rides!

Catalyst Sports - Adaptive MTB Ride
2026-10-17 09:30 - 12:00 | Baker Creek Preserve, 1516 Taylor Road, Knoxville, TN, 37920, United States
Experience the thrill of being in nature with Catalyst Sports‘ Adaptive Mountain Bike Program! Check out the next event below and register to ride or volunteer. If you would like reserve an adaptive mountain bike, select your preferred bike when you register. Registration opens 2 weeks before each ride.
Time: October 17, 2026 from 9:30 am to 12:00 pm.
Location: Baker Creek Preserve, 3726 Sevier Heights Rd, Knoxville, TN 37920 (Meet on the right side of the building complex & parking lot)
Upcoming Dates for 2026:
(4th Saturday of each month, plus special events)

October 17th (Morning Ride)
November 6th, 7th, 8th – AMBC Fall Fest
December 12 – Tour De Lights

Visit CatalystSports.org/Knoxville for more details and registration. Volunteers needed for all rides!

17TH ANNUAL AMBC FALL FEST
2026-11-06 - 2026-11-08 | Baker Creek Preserve, 1516 Taylor Road, Knoxville, TN, 37920, United States
Fall Fest is AMBC’s annual homecoming — a celebration of trails, community, and the people who make it all happen. Each year, folks from across the country (and even around the world!) come together in Knoxville’s Urban Wilderness for group rides, live music, local food, beer, a massive raffle, and one of the best silent auctions!
It’s more than just a party, it’s our biggest fundraiser of the year. All proceeds support AMBC’s mission to build, maintain, and advocate for trails while expanding access to the outdoors through key programs like our new Trail Blazers, Joy Ride, Monthly Work Parties, Volunteer Sawyers, and our Trail Crew.
We offer free camping onsite, and the weekend is a chance to reconnect with old friends, welcome new faces, and celebrate the trails that connect us all.
Whether you’re showing up to ride, volunteer, dance, or just hang out — Fall Fest is for you!!!

Tour De Lights
2026-12-12 15:30 - 19:30 | TN
Tour de Lights is a free, family-friendly bike ride and holiday market presented by Visit Knoxville and Bike Walk Knoxville. We hope to see everyone on December 12th from 3:30pm-7:30pm for Tour de Lights 2026!
