Hinton Mountain Bike Association
| Type | Trail Association |
|---|---|
| Primary Activity | Mountain Bike |
| Website |
| Geo | |
|---|---|
| Address |
Box 6556
Hinton,
Alberta
T7V1X8
Canada
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Hinton is home to a vibrant mountain biking community, with trails offering a diverse range of experiences for all skill levels. Hinton is a town of approximately 10,000 people just East of the Jasper National Park boundary or 3 hours West of Edmonton. Town trails are overseen by the Hinton Mountain Bike Association featuring the Hinton Bike Park, Happy Creek Trails, Bighorn Trail Network, as well as other trails in the surrounding area. Jack’s Trail System was recently unsanctioned due to construction activity - however efforts are underway for rebuilding.
The Hinton Mountain Bike Park features beginner-friendly trails, technical zones for skill development, and multiple jump lines. Riders often use this as their first ride in Hinton to test out the difficulty of the trails. The Happy Creek Trail Network expands into the forest from the bike park and features primarily intermediate single track over 25km of cross-country riding. The Bighorn Trail Network is an enduro-style network, with one climb trail (Stairway to Heaven) and multiple descent options. The trails are for all skill levels; however, riders should ensure they are in strong physical condition to fully enjoy the experience. There are many other trails to explore outside these main riding areas, however conditions and difficulty levels vary greatly, and it is recommended to check-in with the Hinton Mountain Bike Association for the status of all trails.
All trails in Hinton are ridden at the riders own risk - bear spray is recommended. Navigation tools are available online at TrailForks and BikeHinton.com, or pick up a trail map at Vicious Cycle, Hinton Government Centre, or the Hinton Info Centre. You can visit the community Facebook page or Instagram @bikehinton - Rocky Mountain Ride Guides also offers paid guiding services.
The Hinton Mountain Bike Park features beginner-friendly trails, technical zones for skill development, and multiple jump lines. Riders often use this as their first ride in Hinton to test out the difficulty of the trails. The Happy Creek Trail Network expands into the forest from the bike park and features primarily intermediate single track over 25km of cross-country riding. The Bighorn Trail Network is an enduro-style network, with one climb trail (Stairway to Heaven) and multiple descent options. The trails are for all skill levels; however, riders should ensure they are in strong physical condition to fully enjoy the experience. There are many other trails to explore outside these main riding areas, however conditions and difficulty levels vary greatly, and it is recommended to check-in with the Hinton Mountain Bike Association for the status of all trails.
All trails in Hinton are ridden at the riders own risk - bear spray is recommended. Navigation tools are available online at TrailForks and BikeHinton.com, or pick up a trail map at Vicious Cycle, Hinton Government Centre, or the Hinton Info Centre. You can visit the community Facebook page or Instagram @bikehinton - Rocky Mountain Ride Guides also offers paid guiding services.
Riding Areas
| name | trails | total descent | highest trail | total distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bighorn Ridge | 9 | -3,669 ft | 1 mile | 22 miles |
| Happy Creek | 41 | -3,810 ft | 3,875 ft | 26 miles |
| Hinton Bike Park | 25 | -850 ft | 3,726 ft | 7 miles |
| Jacks | 9 | -803 ft | 4,147 ft | 8 miles |
| William A. Switzer Provincial Park | 16 | -2,267 ft | 5,125 ft | 23 miles |
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