Biking
Bicycling opportunities in and around Santa Fe National Forest are plentiful. Except for designated Wilderness areas, most trails are open and many forest roads also work well for mountain biking.
For street riding, there are some very scenic roads and byways. However, what makes these roads scenic, steep mountain roads with curves leading to grand and vistas, also makes the roads dangerous to bicyclists.
The roads may be narrow in places, even if they are state highways. The most popular areas for bicyclists are the foothills east of Santa Fe, trails near Los Alamos, and the south Jemez area.
If you pack something in, please pack it out.
Mountain Biking
There is an extensive system of trails throughout the forest, and with the exception of designated Wilderness, most trails are open to mountain biking. The most popular areas are the foothills east of Santa Fe, trails near Los Alamos and the south Jemez area.
Ride under control at all times, and avoid skidding the rear wheel on downhill runs, which can lead to trail damage and rutting.
Hikers and horses have the right of way over a bike- bikers should always yield to hikers or equestrians. Exercise caution when approaching horses, slow down or stop, and speak to the horse and rider. This can let the animal identify you as a person. Horses can react unpredictably to the sudden appearance of a fast-moving person on a strange machine.
Please do not ride off designated routes. Vegetation can be easily damaged, and the decomposed granite soils are very susceptible to erosion.
If you pack something in, please pack it pack out.
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