Biking
Find your next mountain biking ride.
Mountain Biking
Mountain biking is one of the fastest-growing recreation experiences in America's national forests. Any trail not within a wilderness area or specifically posted "closed" is open for mountain bike use. There is an extensive system of trails in some parts of the forest; however, most of them are steep and/or rocky and can be unsuitable to even expert bikers.
Please remember that bicyclists should yield to both horseback riders and hikers as they have the right of way over a bike. When you encounter one of these other trail users, it is up to you to pull over to the side of the trail and stop until they have entirely passed you. Exercise extreme caution when approaching horses. These animals can react violently to the sudden appearance of a fast-moving person on a strange machine.
Please do not ride off designated routes. Vegetation in the Southwest is easily damaged, and the decomposed granite soils are very susceptible to erosion.
And Don't Forget
Bring along all of the support equipment you'll need to make sure your visit is a pleasant one:
- Helmet and riding gloves (for bikers/OHVs)
- Tool kit: better to carry a kit than carry your bike
- Extra tire tube (or patch kit) and pump, at least one per group
- First aid kit
- Water -- lots and lots
- Sunscreen
- Extra clothes
- Rain gear: late summer brings thunderstorms
- Glasses are particularly helpful during the "bug season"
For a full list of trails, please click here or for more information, or contact the appropriate Ranger Station on the forest. Please remember that bicycles are not allowed in Wilderness areas. Visit our Safety and Outdoor Ethics page for more outdoor safety information.
Search for Biking Opportunities
Aloe Vera Staging Area
Highline
Icehouse CCC
Sycamore Trail
Thompson
Vineyard Trail