DAM 200 is back! June 5-7, 2026
The second annual Damascus Adventure Moto DAM 200 is back in June 2026! Register online today.
Join us in Damascus, Virginia on June 5-7 for an epic dual sport adventure motorcycle ride into the mountains surrounding Damascus. Follow a 200-kilometer route along the scenic, winding back roads around Southwest Virginia and East Tennessee. The DAM 200 is a moderate, ride-at-your-own-pace, self-guided route on a mix of paved and gravel surfaces. It’s big-bike friendly and a real delight for beginners and experienced riders alike.
The DAM 200 is limited to 150 riders—don’t miss out! Register now for $200 per person.
Check Out The 2026 dAM 200 Route
The 2026 route just dropped, and it’s an epic one! We have hundreds of miles of good riding near Damascus, Virginia. Start and finish your ride in town. Follow scenic, winding back roads with a mix of paved and gravel surfaces, including Widener Valley Rd, Whitetop Rd, Hurricane Camp Rd, Fairwood Rd, Rock Fence Rd, and more. Download the Garmin GPX file for the 2026 route:
Register for DAM 200
Registration is $200 per person. DAM200 registration includes the ride route on Saturday, plus primitive tent camping from Friday to Sunday, Saturday breakfast and dinner, one raffle ticket, and a DAM 200 event t-shirt. Lunch and refuel options available along the route on Saturday.
All DAM 200 proceeds go toward supporting the Town of Damascus in long-term recovery efforts from the impacts of Hurricane Helene in September 2024.
More about motor routes near Damascus, Virginia
Damascus is the hub where the Mid-Atlantic and South East Backcountry Discovery Routes (MABDR & SEBDR) meet. This area is home to an endless network of dual sport adventure rides. Choose from the winding blacktop of The Snake 421 and the US-58 Mount Rogers Scenic Byway, to many miles of gravel Forest Roads, to the technical singletrack of the Iron Mountain Trail.
2026 Local Sponsors
Damascus Old Mill Inn
Located in downtown Damascus
The Damascus Old Mill Inn is a historic hotel and restaurant with 17 charming, historic rooms. The hotel also has a large full-service restaurant with three outdoor decks overlooking the mill waterfall, a relaxing pub, and a special events room for groups of up to 125 people.
Railroad Market & Cafe
Located in Whitetop, VA
Railroad Market & Cafe is a staple for both residents and visitors to Virginia’s highest zip code, serving up diner classics and offering snacks and drinks in one convenient location.
2026 Title Sponsor
Kiewit Infrastructure South Co.
Thank you to our Title Sponsor, Kiewit Infrastructure South Co.! Kiewit is working in Damascus in 2026 on the reconstruction of the upper section of the Virginia Creeper Trail. As one of North America’s largest and most respected construction and engineering organizations, Kiewit is committed to giving back to the communities where they work, and Damascus is grateful to experience that generosity.
2026 Platinum Level Sponsors
Backcountry Discovery Routes (BDR)
BDR is here to help you plan adventure motorcycling trips. They provide free GPS tracks, information, and planning tools for each Backcountry Discovery Route. Plan your multi-day off-road motorcycle adventure with free tracks, interactive maps, photos, video content as well as hotel, food & gas information. Damascus, Virginia is the hub for the Mid Atlantic and South East BDRs.
Frontline Eurosports
Located in Salem, Virginia
Frontline Eurosports is a family owned and team operated Franchised Motorcycle Dealership offering the vehicles and equipment you want, plus the services and parts you need to keep them running in top shape, including BMW, Indian, Triumph, Ducati and Beta motorcycle sales, service, parts and accessories.
Mountain Motorsports
Located in Bristol, VA
The southeast’s motorcycle, ATV, UTV, and watercraft superstore. Mountain Motorsports of Bristol is proud to stock a huge variety of new and used powersports vehicles for sale along with being a full-service dealership. Owned and operated by racers for enthusiasts.
The Speckled Trout Outpost
Located in Damascus, VA
The Speckled Trout Outpost is a quaint boutique hotel featuring 13 suites, each with its own unique character and charm designed with comfort in mind. It’s the perfect basecamp for outdoor adventure.
2026 Gold Level Sponsors
Abingdon Collision & Towing
Located in Abingdon, Virginia
Abingdon Collision & Towing is a locally owned business serving Abingdon, VA and the surrounding areas for all of your towing and collision repair needs, plus light to heavy-duty towing and equipment transportation. Available 24/7 for fast and friendly service.
Fisher Hollow Veterinary Clinic
Located in Damascus, Virginia
Fisher Hollow Veterinary Clinic provides veterinary services to pets in the Damascus area. Affordable spay and neuter. Call for appointment.
GearHead Junction
Located in Pembroke, VA
GearHead Junction is a motorcycle dealership with friendly and knowledgeable sales, financing, service, and parts departments, just two hours from Damascus along the Mid Atlantic Backcountry Discovery Route. They are a dealer for Royal Enfield Motorcycles and SWM Motorcycles.
Lemonrock Motorcycle Tours
Ride with Lemonrock Motorcycle Tours to experience the most iconic regions with destination-based routes that highlight the best of motorcycle adventure travel in Ireland and the UK. Choose from custom or self-guided premium tours.
Touratech & CruzTOOLS
Touratech offers a wide range of aftermarket accessories for adventure touring motorcycles and CruzTOOLS provides hand tools and complete travel tool kit solutions for most powersports. Their adventure experts, all of whom are serious riders, are ready to help outfit you and your motorcycle for your next BDR or a trip around the world. They have the largest selection of gear, parts and accessories, and can provide complimentary advice on GPS related questions, including on BDR tracks and product recommendations.
2026 Silver Level Sponsors
Mitas
Mitas is one of Europe’s leading motorcycle tire brands with a decades-long tradition in the motorcycle tire industry. Innovative technologies, in-house know-how and high-quality materials ensure the outstanding performance of their products. Find the right tire for your motorcycle.
Mosko Moto
Mosko Moto makes tough gear for hard travel. Mosko was founded in 2013 when Pete & Andrew left their corporate jobs to make moto gear. Their partnership combines decades of design and manufacturing experience for some of the world’s leading outdoor brands, with first-hand experience riding dualsport bikes through some of the most remote corners of the globe.
Motorcycle Medic
Located in Boone, NC
Motorcycle Medic offers repair services for motorcycles, ATVs, and UTVs, annual servicing and tune-up, plus parts and accessories, motorcycle winter storage, guided motorcycle tours, and more.
Rocky Mountain ATV/MC
Rocky Mountain ATV/MC is your trusted source for Dirt Bike, ATV, UTV & Motorcycle Tires, Parts, and Riding Gear. Shopping online can be both satisfying and frustrating, but when it comes to finding the best off-road powersports gear, parts, and accessories, they make your shopping experience as simple and affordable as possible.
Star Cycle
Located in Stokesdale, NC
Star Cycle is your place for quality motorcycle repair, motorcycle parts and accessories, and gear and customization services. They’re your destination for premium off-road performance – now proudly serving as an authorized Sherco dealer.
Wunderlich America
Located in Hendersonville, NC
Wunderlich America is a team of passionate riders, committed to providing only the best in aftermarket motorcycle parts and accessories. Their North Carolina warehouse has the largest inventory of Wunderlich products outside of Germany.
2026 DAM 200 Event Schedule
Friday
9am-5pm: Check-in and on-site registration at Tent City.
5-7pm: Check-in and on-site registration at the Damascus Old Mill Inn.
7pm: Film screening of the NEW! Montana BDR Expedition Documentary at the Damascus Old Mill Inn.
Optional FREE camping at Tent City on Friday & Saturday nights is included with registration.
Saturday
7-9am: Breakfast, late arrival check-in, and on-site registration at Tent City.
8am: Welcome, ride instructions and safety briefing.
9am: DAM 200 ride begins, staggered starts, ride at your own pace, GPX file provided.
Optional: Railroad Market & Cafe in Whitetop, VA is offering a DAM 200 lunch special.
5-7pm: Dinner, social, and raffle ticket sales at the Damascus Old Mill Inn.
7pm: Live raffle begins.
Optional FREE camping at Tent City on Friday & Saturday nights is included with registration.
Sunday
12pm: Tent City closes.
Spend the day enjoying the town of Damascus!
More Information & FAQs
What will the route be like for the ride on Saturday?
200-Kilometer Dual-Sport Route
The DAM 200 is a 200-kilometer self-guided route along the scenic, winding back roads of Southwest Virginia and East Tennessee. Follow a moderate ride-at-your-own-pace GPS route on a mix of paved and gravel surfaces, big-bike friendly, and a real delight for beginners and experienced riders alike.
All riders will get a Garmin GPX file shortly before the event weekend. The GPX and route map will also be available at check-in. The DAM 200 ride is self-guided, run at your own pace, with a staggered start. There will be options for lunch and points of interest along the way, and we’ll have DAM 200 signs posted on the route.
What types of items are included in the raffle?
DAM200 Event Raffle
We have some great raffle items donated by our sponsors! All participants get one raffle ticket and additional tickets are also available for purchase for $5 each or 5 for $20. You’ll have the chance to win tires, helmets, tool kits, gift certificates, bike cleaning packages, and more! Must be present to win.
What is included with camping at Tent City?
DAM200 Tent Camping Option
Camping is included with DAM 200 registration on Friday and Saturday nights at Tent City, a primitive tent camping area at the edge of town. Bathhouse with flush toilets and showers nearby. Less than half a mile to downtown Damascus. Tent camping and motorcycle parking only; no vans, campers or RVs. There is additional parking for other vehicles and trailers nearby at the Wilson Street lot (see below).
Are there other lodging options if I don’t want to camp at Tent City?
Lodging in Damascus
Damascus has all you need, whether that’s a full kitchen, a home-cooked meal, waterfront views, trail access, RV hookups, or a pet-friendly stay. Other overnight lodging is available in Damascus and is the responsibility of the individual participants. Check out the “Stay Awhile” tab at the top of this page for more information on lodging options.
Where do I park if I want to haul my bike(s) into Damascus on a trailer?
Trailer Parking
The Town of Damascus provides free long-term parking for up to 30 days at two lots in town. The Wilson Street lot is open for trailer parking during the DAM 200. Overnight camping is not permitted in long-term lots.
More information on parking.
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