
Save the Date: Valdez Mountain Man Hillclimbs – Thompson Pass, Alaska
📅 April 16–19, 2026
📍 Thompson Pass, Alaska
The mountains are calling — and riders are answering! The Valdez Mountain Man Hillclimbs, hosted by the Valdez Snowmachine Club, return to Thompson Pass for four days of adrenaline-fueled competition and incredible mountain views. Watch skilled racers push their limits in one of Alaska’s most legendary snowmachine events.
Alaska Safe Riders will also be hosting several hands-on activities for both kids and adults throughout the event — with times and exact locations to be announced closer to the event itself. Make sure you’re subscribed to our newsletter and follow us on Facebook and Instagram so you don’t miss those important updates as spring approaches!
Stay tuned — more details on Alaska Safe Riders’ participation and race/climb information coming soon!
❄️ Don’t miss the action in Thompson Pass — where horsepower meets high elevation!
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