The Mountain Arts Century "The MAC"

The inaugural MAC ride is part of the Mountain Arts Festival that is celebrated the first weekend of each May. The ride is brought to you by the Dawson County Rotary Club and all proceeds benefit the Dawson County High School Scholarship Fund.

We are the geographic home of Springer Mountain, the southern terminus of the Appalachian Trail. It is these two characteristics that we have kept in mind to design an English century ride that will be demanding and strenuous, as you are given the opportunity to enjoy our scenic countryside.

The full English century is a 100 mile loop that begins and ends in downtown Dawsonville. The route circles the mountainous terrain of northern Dawson County, eastern Pickens County and southern Lumpkin County (the home of The Six Gap Ride). This area boasts well maintained roads with minimal traffic. The terrain is constantly changing with hills of various lengths and grades. The ride is highlighted by the challenging 10 mile climb from Old Grandview Road up Burnt Mountain, which summits at mile point 40. This climb has extended grades in excess of 10%. The cumulative climbing elevation for the century is greater than 10,000 feet.

There will also be a challenging 50 mile half century as well as a 30 mile ride that will allow cyclists to enjoy the beautiful countryside and who prefer the sanity of a shorter route.

**The MAC will be limited to the first 500 registered participants.

Team Green will have a tent setup for the riders with drinks and snacks. Information about joining our "Non-Racing" cycling team: Team Green will be available. Please stop by and learn how you can make a difference to organ recipients!