Best Mountain Biking in Nevada

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1

Nevada, White Pine County

02 :39 hrs
9.7 mi
435.67822 ft
Easy

Located in Cave Lake State Park, this route incorporates the Overlook Trail, High Roller Trail, and Twisted Pine. There is a mix of technical rock sections and smooth sections. Views are beautiful.

2

California, Madera County

01 :32 hrs
7.8 mi
588.79456 ft
Hard

Designated as a mountain bike trail, Lower Rock Creek Trail follows and crosses Rock Creek through a canyon filled with riparian vegetation and pine trees. The trail steadily becomes more technical further down canyon. It has some technical sections which includes tight turns, rough and rocky, and obstacles. There are a few turn outs and parking areas along the road that runs parallel to the trail which are a mile apart beginning at 2.2 miles along the trail. This trail is open year-round, but snow can accumulate in winter.

3

California, El Dorado County

03 :01 hrs
10.2 mi
789.15125 ft
Extreme

Located in the El Dorado National Forest and the Tahoe Basin, Mr Toad's Wild Ride Trail wanders through meadows, forests, and between boulders with steep climbs and a very technical downhill descent. The technical sections can easily be avoided by dismounting and walking around. This is one of the more popular and technical rides in the area.

4

Nevada, Reno

00 :53 hrs
4.5 mi
386.68628 ft
Hard

Travelling over both paved and natural surfaces, this downhill ride is a great option for mountain bike downhill enthusiasts. Overlooking beautiful Lake Tahoe and scenic Incline Village through virtually the entire trail, this is a picturesque ride for which downhill riding is famous. Watch out for hikers and other outdoor enthusiasts along this fairly popular mountain route.

5

California, Tulare County

04 :41 hrs
24.2 mi
1994.418 ft
Expert

Cannell Trail, also known as the Cannell Plunge, includes mostly singletracks that meander through jeffrey and ponderosa pine forests, meadows, across streambeds, and a dry desert terrain. The trail is very diverse with flat sections in the meadows and rocky sandy downhills. There is plenty to see along the trail from abundant wildlife to spectacular views of the Kern River Valley.

6

Arizona, Kingman

02 :56 hrs
6.3 mi
292.08716 ft
Hard

The Castle Rock Trail is located in the Cerbat Foothills Recreation Area of Kingman and is just one of many connecting trails that can be used to explore the scenic and rugged area. The trail climbs over 900 feet using the Camp Beale Trail and Castle Rock Trail to a high ridge overlooking the area of Kingman. The ride down is a fun descent along narrow singletrack trail. The trail also connects with the Badger trail providing an alternative option for a loop ride down.

7

Arizona, Mohave County

01 :26 hrs
3.2 mi
326.37842 ft
Hard

Badger Trail is located in the Cerbat Foothills Recreation Area of Kingman and is just one of many connecting trails that can be used to explore the scenic and rugged area. The Badger Trail climbs steadily 1100 feet up to a high ridge where it comes to a junction with the Castle Rock Trail. The ride back is all downhill from the top providing excellent views of Kingman along the way. The trail is exposed at times with lots of turns and switchbacks so avoid going too fast and losing control.

8

Arizona, Kingman

01 :59 hrs
7.5 mi
80.584595 ft
Moderate

Cook Canyon Loop Trail/Monolith Gardens is located in the Cerbat Foothills Recreation Area of Kingman and is just one of many connecting trails that can be used to explore the scenic and rugged area. The scenery along the trail includes lots of interesting rock formations and diverse desert vegetation. The trail has a few ups and downs but no serious climbing or fast downhill. The trails can be ridden in any direction or in smaller loops and sections for shorter rides. The trails can also be combined with other trails in the Cerbat Foothills area across the highway.

9

California, Madera County

01 :52 hrs
7.8 mi
359.43457 ft
Hard

Squaw Leap Loop descends towards the San Joaquin River where it crosses over a bridge and continues to make a windy loop through a mixed forest. The ascent beyond the bridge is a steady non-technical climb along a doubletrack, where the return follows a more technical downhill singletrack. The trail is hard packed and a mix of smooth and rutted out sections especially after heavy rainfalls. Restroom facilities are available at the parking lot. Be cautious of hikers around the bridge.

10

Nevada, Carson City

03 :37 hrs
13.7 mi
506.74695 ft
Moderate

A premiere mountain biking adventure, the Tahoe Flume Trail is a fantastic ride. A steep ascent begins the trail, so take your time. After the initial investment the trail is mostly flat or slightly declined for the majority of the distance. There is a fee to ride this trail which you pay at the trailhead (2012 fee is $2.00 if you ride in or $10.00 to park and ride; shuttle service also available).

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