Showcasing some of the lesser-known mountain bike trails in the Hood River area, plus where to stay during your visit.
The area known as 44 Trails in the Hood River Valley boasts popular mountain bike trails including Surveyor's Ridge, and Dog River trails.
Shuttling mountain bike trails in Hood River, Oregon.
Mountain biking Surveyor's Ridge near Mount Hood, Oregon.
Colorado Springs' Jones Park trail reroute disappoints all user groups with poorly designed, bulldozer-width singletrack and inconsistent USFS management that ignored public input completely.
We've selected some of the highest-rated, beginner-friendly singletrack mountain bike trails on Singletracks to help both newbies and friends of newbies get started.
Mammoth Mountain's high-elevation bike park offers flowy trails, stunning Sierra views, and enough variety to challenge downhillers while welcoming families.
Dangerous booby traps discovered on Dirt Surfer trail in Eagle, Colorado; riders warned to stay alert and report suspicious obstacles to authorities.
There is nothing like finishing the day and coming back to a beautiful camp where someone else does the cooking, cleaning, schlepping, and logistics.
A New Zealand heli-biking adventure combines remote backcountry singletrack, overnight hut stays, and epic descents through stunning wilderness landscapes.
After thieves stole their trail-building DitchWitch, SORBA mid-TN gets help from Moots with a titanium frame raffle to fund a replacement.
An old minesweeper boat serves as floating basecamp for an epic mountain biking expedition through Norway's remote and spectacular fjords.
Jug Mountain Ranch near McCall, Idaho offers surprisingly rowdy flow trails, military-surplus shuttles, and free riding at an upscale golf resort.
A challenging 22-mile Vail loop tackles remote Lost Lake trail at 10,000 feet, ending with a golden aspen descent down Buffehr Creek.
These are the most popular bikepacking routes in the USA.
The US Forest Service proposes a cultural shift from defaulting to "no" toward "yes," potentially opening more trails and opportunities for mountain bikers.
The Kingsbury Stinger trail near Lake Tahoe is nearing completion, transforming bootleg downhill routes into 4.5 miles of sustainable, multi-use singletrack.
Trail TV explores the diverse mountain biking around Rapid City, from flowy trails to technical terrain in the Black Hills at 7,000 feet.
Not all Moab mountain bike rides required legs of steel to ascend steep grades, beginner mountain bikers can enjoy the scenery and variety that Moab has to offer.
Mountain Bike the Tetons reveals the dedicated work and planning behind creating world-class singletrack in the Wyoming-Idaho region.
A mountain bike trip report from Iceland.
Mountain biking in Moab may seem daunting to newer riders, but rest assured there are mountain bike trails for every ability.
Despite losing Boulder-White Clouds trails to Wilderness designation, Sun Valley still offers hundreds of miles of epic singletrack worth riding.
Mike Van Abel has resigned as IMBA Executive Director after 12 years, with Dan Brillon serving as interim director while the board searches for a replacement.
Sun Valley offers 700+ miles of fast, flowy XC singletrack—rare these days—with the epic Osberg's Ridgeline delivering 33 miles of high-altitude riding through stunning burn zones.
Sun Valley, Idaho offers endless cross-country singletrack and surprisingly accessible mountain biking experiences, whether you're camping on a shoestring or staying downtown.
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**Using route optimization software, we mapped the ultimate North American mountain bike road trip hitting all 56 state and provincial #1 trails.**
Big Bear Lake, West Virginia offers 50+ miles of varied trails with technical rock gardens, flowy descents, and easy access to other premier riding destinations.
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**BLM investigation reveals Colorado wire incident was an old electric fence on unofficial cattle trail, not intentional booby trap.**
Interbike's Fall Cyclofest hits Charlotte with demos, races, and a volunteer trail work day—though a post-event cleanup might be smart too.
Hazardous obstacles were found at two popular Colorado mountain bike trail systems.
Bentonville, Arkansas delivers hundreds of miles of technical, chunky singletrack plus world-class beer, food, and a laid-back vibe worth repeat visits.
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**With 109 million acres of Wilderness closed to bikes, we're dreaming of the top trails we'd ride if the law changed.**
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Mountain bikers have lost over 1,000 miles of backcountry trails recently, but new legislation could restore human-powered access to Wilderness areas.
Intentionally set traps were found at a park in Northern New Jersey with spikes to puncture tires and injure riders.
NICA is fostering a new generation of cyclists through high school mountain biking, promoting inclusivity, environmental stewardship, and community engagement across the nation.
A homemade spike strip targeting mountain bikers was discovered near Camp Tamarancho, one of Marin County's few bike-legal trails, raising serious safety concerns.
A bikepacking scout from Pacific to Caribbean across Nicaragua reveals flowy coffee plantation trails, volcano island rides, and welcoming locals in this adventure reconnaissance mission.
IMBA releases statement opposing the Sustainable Trails Coalition's bill to amend the Wilderness Act, citing concerns about unintended political consequences and polarization.
Singletracks ranks the most popular mountain bike trail in each US state and Canadian province based on member reviews, visits, and ratings.
Santa Rosa offers year-round riding with sunny Annadel State Park trails, challenging Lake Sonoma climbs, weekly dirt crits, and a vibrant cycling community.
Santa Rosa offers Mediterranean climate, world-class trails at Annadel State Park, thriving bike shops, wine tasting, craft breweries, and coast access near San Francisco.
A mountain biker discovered fishing line strung across a popular trail in Northern Ireland in a dangerous attempt to injure riders.
You can rest assured that you won't be left wanting at any of these epic East coast mountain biking destinations.
Atlanta's first legal singletrack within city limits is almost ready to ride: the 1.25-mile Evergreen Trail at Southside Sports Complex.
Historic legislation allowing local land managers to permit mountain bikes in Wilderness areas has been introduced in Congress by Utah Senators Lee and Hatch.
Colorado Springs' southwest backcountry trails offer remote-feeling rides minutes from town, featuring granite gravel descents, classic runs like Captain Jack's, and over a hundred miles of singletrack.
Mountain bikers face poison ivy and poison oak on trails nationwide—learn to identify these itch-inducing plants and how to prevent and treat exposure.
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