Whether you want to go on a backcountry road trip or simply get out and enjoy the countryside, there are plenty of great trails for electric mountain bikers.
With recent government regulations, access to e bike damen in national and state parks is becoming more common. However, riders should still do their research to find out which trails are open and which may not.
1. Pine Creek Gorge Trail
Located in the north-central region of Pennsylvania, Pine Creek Gorge is a 47-mile-long canyon renowned for its stunning natural beauty. It is home to a number of hiking trails, vistas, overlooks, waterfalls, and backcountry campsites.
The 62-mile Pine Creek Rail Trail follows the bottom of this scenic gorge, providing a safe and easy place for families, friends, and couples to bike, walk, ski, or horseback ride. This well-maintained trail is a popular destination, offering numerous comfortable stations, campgrounds, and lodging along the way.
The trail begins at Darling Run, the northern access to the PA Grand Canyon and one of the most popular places to start a bike ride or walk/run. The trail then parallels rt. 6 for 7.7 miles to Ansonia then 1.2 miles to Blackwell where you will find a parking area and comfort facilities.
2. Rubicon Trail
The Rubicon Trail is a 22-mile off-road adventure that cuts through stunning, panoramic views of the Sierra Nevada. It is a popular destination for 4-wheel drivers and hikers alike.
The trail is a mix of highway and dirt road, with sections that are difficult enough to require specialized equipment. It attracts both street legal and “green sticker” off-road motor vehicles from both the private and public sectors.
The trail is a challenging adventure in any weather conditions. Plan for anything from snow to triple-digit temperatures and dress in layers so that you can add or remove clothing as needed.
3. Hiawatha Trail
The Hiawatha Trail is a former railroad line that has been converted into a spectacularly beautiful, gentle 15-mile downhill biking and hiking trail. Often considered the crown jewel of America’s Rail-to-Trails projects, this one-of-a-kind journey showcases ten tunnels and seven sky-high train trestles with breathtaking views of the Bitteroot Mountains.
The route is open May 27 through September 18 and is open daily from 8:30 AM-5 PM Pacific time. The trail is operated by Lookout Pass Ski Area under a special-use permit of the U.S. Forest Service and offers trail passes, shuttle tickets and mountain bike rentals with lights.
The most popular route begins in East Portal, Montana and bikers follow the trail 15.1 miles down to the Pearson Trailhead in Idaho. Then riders catch a bus shuttle to get back to their starting point.
4. Poison Spider Mesa Trail
Poison Spider Mesa Trail is one of the best slickrock trails in Moab. It takes riders to a high plateau with stunning views of the Colorado River, town of Moab and snow-capped La Sal Mountains.
It’s not for beginners or novices, however, and eBike Damen Riders should take note that it has deep sand sections. This trail is also a favorite with Jeeps, so avoid Jeep Jamboree weekends especially (weekdays are pretty empty).
The trail starts with a steep climb to the top of the mesa, then flattens out to slickrock. This is where the fun starts, and you can play for hours on this trail!
5. River Mountain Loop Trail
Designed to connect Lake Mead National Recreation Area with Henderson, Boulder City and the Las Vegas Valley, the River Mountains Loop Trail is Nevada’s first multi-jurisdictional paved trail. It runs for 35 miles around the River Mountains, a scenic backdrop of the Las Vegas area.
It was conceived in the 1990s by a group of citizens and local organizations who came together to explore ways to make Lake Mead more accessible. Over the years, their vision grew to include more than just connecting the park with Boulder City; they wanted to create a multi-jurisdictional trail that would link communities in the Las Vegas area to the natural resources of the area.
In order to achieve this goal, the Trail Partnership began by collecting resolutions of support from every jurisdiction and land owner along the conceptual trail corridor, and all user groups interested in the trail development. They also developed a Trail Planning, Development and Management Guide that addressed a variety of issues from the funding strategy for the project to signing and interpretive plans.