Viewing

The U.S. Cyclocross Nationals competition is free for spectators and will include course crossings, a beer garden and a public-address announcer. Spectators should be able to see about half the race course from certain vantage points.

Delays and road closures

Residents, participants and spectators should anticipate delays and road closures in conjunction with the event. Shevlin-Hixon Drive will be closed to all unauthorized vehicle traffic from the intersection of Southwest Columbia Street north to the intersection of Southwest Simpson Avenue.

Parking

Spectator parking for the event will be in the dirt lot on the northwest corner of the Shevlin-Hixon/Columbia intersection, adjacent to the Deschutes Brewery Warehouse and the Bend Park & Recreation District headquarters. The park district’s paved parking lot will be open to spectators on Saturday and Sunday. Overflow parking will be available at the dog park on Columbia Street, just east of the park district office.