EMTB season is coming! It's time to dust off your electric mountain bike and hit the trails! After a long cold winter, nothing beats the feeling of basking in the warm sun and breathing in the fresh air. If you're looking for a taste of Freydom, there's no better way to experience it than hitting the road for an exhilarating ride exploring some of the best eMTB trails in the US.
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Moab Brand Trails
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🚲Location: Moab, Utah
A renowned cycling area with nearly 29 mountain biking trails covering 33 miles in total, ranges in skill level from smooth singletrack to more challenging technical downhill. The lowest temperature in April is still relatively low according to the weather forecast, so be sure to dress warmly when riding. Mud splatters may occur due to melting snow if you go in January or February. However, in April when the weather warms up, the land dries up and it's a great time to go mountain biking.
North Umpqua Trail
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🚲Location: Idleyld Park, Oregon
This 29-mile-long singletrack is located in the Umpqua National Forest in Oregon, with 12 main trailheads offering to park and allowing backpackers to camp. The trail crosses beautiful rivers and deep forests, with many challenging steep sections ranging from 3.5 to 15.7 miles, making it a must-ride trail for seasoned mountain bikers.
Tiger Mountain Trail
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🚲Location: Issaquah, King County, Washington
This trail located in the Issaquah Alps spans approximately 15 miles in total length and includes technical downhill and steep ridges, making it an ideal choice for eMTB players and hikers alike. The area is a natural preserve with multiple different bike and hiking trails, each offering unique natural landscapes. In addition, there are many parking lots in the area, and it only takes about 30 minutes to drive from downtown Seattle, making it a convenient weekend getaway for travelers.
Downieville Downhill
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🚲Location: Sierra County, California
This classic downhill mountain bike trail is located near the Downieville mountain area in California, with a total length of 15 miles and a vertical drop of over 5,000 feet, making it highly challenging. In July of this year, the All-Mountain World Championships will be held here. From Packer Saddle to Downieville, it's the longest and most demanding downhill mountain bike race in the United States. Adventure-loving eMTB riders will love this adrenaline-pumping, heart-pounding, and thrilling mountain bike trail, which provides a unique sense of achievement while challenging the difficulties.
Bend Trails
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🚲Location: Bend, Oregon
This mountain bike area is located in Bend, Oregon, and has over 900 miles of singletrack. It covers various difficulties and terrains, from ridges to valleys, suitable for riders of all levels. Unfortunately, the temperature in April may still be low, so it is best to ride from May to November. In addition, many trails may have restrictions on e-bikes, but the Madras East Hills Trail System and several trails in Oakridge allow the use of Class 1 e-bikes.
Mammoth Mountain Bike Park
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🚲Location: High Sierra, California
This bike park offers 80 miles of trails covering various types of biking, making it suitable for both beginners and experienced riders. It is a great place to go with friends or to enjoy leisure time with family. It is important to note that a ticket or pass is required for entry into the Mammoth Mountain Bike Park, although some trails are free. Bikes can be rented here, also repairs and tuning can be done. According to their official website, only Class 1 pedal-assist e-bikes are allowed on the trails, and riders must abide by the same rules as regular mountain bikes.
The Whole Enchilada
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🚲Location: La Sal Mountains, Utah
This is a 35-mile-long riding area located in the La Sal Mountains in southern Moab. With a drop of 7,000 feet, it’s primarily a mountain biking trail, but also open to other non-motorized vehicles and is visited by a variety of different types of travelers. The La Sal Mountains form a spectacular backdrop of red rock features in the desert, making it a holy grail for many photographers. Riding The Whole Enchilada is not an easy feat, with steep grades, sharp slippery rocks, rugged curves, and increasingly thin air, all of which are highly challenging and the ultimate challenge for many mountain bikers.
Phil's World
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🚲Location: Cortez, Colorado
Phil's World is a mountain biking area located outside of Cortez, Colorado. It has about 60 miles of total trails, covering 27 different levels of difficulty from easy to challenging. In addition to technical routes, Phil's World also has some routes suitable for family outings and beginners to learn. The area has ample parking, restrooms, picnic areas, and campsites, providing convenient facilities for visitors to enjoy a long day of biking.
The Slaughter Pen - Blowing Springs
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🚲Location: Bentonville, Arkansas
From the Slaughter Pen trail in Bentonville to the Blowing Springs trail system in Bella Vista, this trail is 23.5 miles long and features both singletrack and paved bikeways, with moderate slopes and elevations. The Slaughter Pen Trail and the Blowing Springs Trails are two separate systems, so this trail passes through many of both systems' trails, allowing for more scenic views and a day trip to both Slaughter Pen and Blowing Springs. This trail is close to the city and relatively easy, with some rugged sections, making it suitable for cycling enthusiasts looking for a leisurely "little adventure."
Cannell Trail
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🚲Location: High Sierra, California
This 25.5-mile trail, 90% of which is singletrack, is located in the Sequoia National Forest. Starting at Kernville in Sierra South Mountain and ending at The Plunge, the trail includes over 17 miles above 7,000 feet, traversing high-altitude rock formations, meadows, and a very long downhill section. Along the way, you can enjoy the beautiful views of Lake Isabella and challenge your downhill skills on winding roads. However, please note that due to the remote location and high difficulty level of this off-road trail, taking proper safety precautions before departure is necessary to prevent accidents.
Unfortunately, not all trails in the U.S. allow electric mountain bikes, and some areas have restrictions on them. Therefore, it is important to check local policies on electric bikes and which trails allow them before setting out to play. The blog Electric Bike Laws And Regulations In the United States and the eMTB map can be especially helpful in this regard.
Again, we sincerely hope you can Free Ride & Enjoy Yourself!
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