Attendees at the Best Buddies Breakaway Cycling and Hiking Camps are treated to an epic five-day experience April 8-12, 2026. Set in the mountains of Palo Alto, CA, both riders and hikers receive the amenities, support, and structure of world class professional athletes. The cycling camp will feature multiple Grand Tour Cycling Champion Alberto Contador, UCI Pro rider and Ironman Cam Wurf. While our hiking camps will feature multiple Ironman World Champion, Leanda Cave and Elite Endurance runner and pro triathlete, Jonathan Toker. These legends will provide wit and wisdom from years of international racing experience. Each day is a full curriculum with pro tips on nutrition, recovery and sport specific skills. All campers are given options each day to match your desired level of intensity and ability level. Those hoping for a structured, objective based approach to camp will have the opportunity to work with one of our Certified Coaching Staff to achieve their performance goals. Prior to arrival at camp, Best Buddies staff will analyze fitness and training data of those partaking in this program and provide performance targets and support on key sectors of the daily routes. Through focused pre and post ride/hike meetings, staff will provide campers with a debrief and offer tools and advice to achieve future goals. Each camper will recieve regular feedback on how to maintain or improve their performance through a holistic approach to training during the week and beyond.

Based out of the Rosewood Sand Hill in Menlo Park, the Cycling and Hiking Camps are supported by well Pinarello, IOG Bike Fit and Consulting, the Alternate Route, and a full staff of licensed coaches, Tour de France mechanics, professional chefs, and massage therapists.

This five-star Camp helps to raise funds and awareness for Best Buddies International’s global mission to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.