Biking
There are numerous mountain biking trails and some road cycling options in Deschutes National Forest.
E-Biking
The Deschutes National Forest has signed the final decision on the Class 1, Pedal Assist E-bikes on Select Trails located on select, existing, natural surface trails and paved paths located near Bend, Sisters and Sunriver, Oregon.
Recognizing the growing interest in e-bikes on public lands, the Deschutes National Forest assessed how these bikes fit into existing recreational activities. The Forest gave thoughtful consideration of the ecological and social impacts of this decision balanced with providing increased access for class 1 e-bike users.
The final decision authorizes class 1, pedal assist e-bikes on approximately 161.4 miles of 67 existing soft-surface and paved path trails. Existing trails selected for the inclusion of class 1 pedal assist e-bikes are currently designed for bike use.
- Trails identified for class 1 pedal assist e-bikes adhere to Winter Range Closure Season prohibiting e-bike usage December 1, through March 31, in support of critical deer and elk habitat.
- Class 1, pedal assist e-bikes provide assistance only when the rider pedals. Assistance stops when the bike reaches 20 miles per hour. E-bikes that are modified and no longer fit the criteria described above are no longer considered class 1, pedal-assist e-bikes and therefore would not be authorized for use on trails.
Visit the e-bike maps page for trails open to class 1, pedal assist e-bikes.
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