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      Over 2800 acres crisscrossed with mixed use trails comprised of three main riding areas: Cranberry Lake, Heart Lake and Whistle Lake - all interlinked with connector trails.

      Not a man-made berm, jump or stunt to be found - yet these trails are incredibly fun and provide a challenging ride for all skill levels, there is something here for everyone.

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      Region Details
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      Region Status
      Open as of 15 hours
      Local Trail Association

      Stats

      Avg Trail Rating
      Trails (view details)
      177
      Trails Mountain Bike
      131
      Trails E-Bike
      10
      Trails Gravel Bike
      26
      Trails Adaptive Bike
      18
      Trails Winter Fat Bike
      4
      Trails Horse
      1
      Trails Hike
      177
      Trails Trail Running
      177
      Trails Dirtbike/Moto
      1
      Total Distance
      73 miles
      Total Descent
      13,455 ft
      Total Vertical
      1,244 ft
      Highest Trailhead
      1,249 ft
      Reports
      1,585
      Photos
      267
      Completed Counter
      25,346

      Sub Regions

      Popular Anacortes Mountain Biking Trails

      104
      • 100 ★ 3.6 • 1,965 ft • 72 ft • 492 •
      Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail. On average it takes 4 minutes to complete this trail.
      250
      • 100 ★ 3.4 • 3,970 ft • 98 ft • 466 •
      Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail. On average it takes 8 minutes to complete this trail.
      128
      • 100 ★ 3.5 • 2,982 ft • 54 ft • 441 •
      Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail. On average it takes 6 minutes to complete this trail.
      242
      • 90 ★ 3.4 • 1,273 ft • 36 ft • 435 •
      A rolling up and down trail with lots of roots and a steep finish down to trail 210. Actually a blue, but it's marked black to point beginners towards other access points.
      110
      • 100 ★ 4.0 • 397 ft • 11 ft • 407 •
      Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions. On average it takes minutes to complete this trail.
      211
      • 90 ★ 3.0 • 1,243 ft • 32 ft • 406 •
      Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail. On average it takes 2 minutes to complete this trail.
      241
      • 100 ★ 3.8 • 2,487 ft • 75 ft • 395 •
      Trail 241 is the Heart lake to Cranberry lake connector. The trail rides well both directions. Short punchy up and downs.
      108
      • 85 ★ 4.0 • 2,871 ft • 56 ft • 377 •
      Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail. On average it takes 5 minutes to complete this trail.

      Recent Ride Log Activity in Region

      Today

      • 0 rides

      Yesterday

      • 2 rides
      Past Week
      • 15 rides

      Anacortes Mountain Bike Routes

      ★ 4.0 • 14 miles • 1,946 ft • 4 •
      Little bit of everything, roots, rocks, ups and downs, easy and hard.
      6 miles • 872 ft • 27 • Loop •
      Start in Parkside Fun cross country to the base of Mount Erie Gain elevation up Mount Erie Road Fast down...
      7 miles • 856 ft • 3 •
      A moderate, flowy single track through some awesome island growth forest. One steep climb/descent but most...
      • 4 miles • 484 ft • 9 •
      • 3 miles • 509 ft • 3 •
      • 4 miles • 488 ft • 6 •

      Photos of Anacortes Mountain Bike

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      Dec 18, 2022 @ 5:42pm
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      Feb 12, 2022 @ 8:40am
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      Jan 19, 2022 @ 9:54pm
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      Jan 19, 2022 @ 9:55pm
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      Videos of Anacortes Mountain Bike

      Mondraker Foxy Carbon XR 29 Suspension
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      trail: 29
      0:19 | 18256 | Jul 25, 2018
      Just a quick fun lap (raw clip)
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      trail: 29
      6:17 | 81 | Jul 21, 2018
      Commencal Meta AM 29
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      trail: 29
      0:12 | 20067 | Jun 13, 2018
      YT Capra 29
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      trail: 29
      0:12 | 20285 | Jun 5, 2018
      Carter Lacey's Foes FXR
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      trail: 28
      3:26 | 74 | Mar 14, 2018
      The Tuesday Tune Ep 22 - Inside Rockshox's...
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      trail: 22
      14:19 | 6819 | Nov 28, 2017
      Brendan HOWEY - 10 Years
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      trail: 10
      2:14 | 26469 | Nov 20, 2017
      BC Freeride scum
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      trail: 26
      9:05 | 177 | Sep 15, 2017

      Current Trail Warnings

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      27 - Roadies Revenge
      Nov 11, 2026 @ 2:35pm (America/Vancouver)
      2 days
      WetBilly4hpE-Bike

      Recent Trail Reports

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      Recent Comments

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      dragon689wreport129False, my phone glitched and put this on
      Feb 1, 2026 @ 2:16pm
      Feb 1, 2026
      mickmatthewtrail109Counterclockwise
      Sep 14, 2025 @ 10:46pm
      Sep 14, 2025
      mickmatthewtrail109Clockwise. Clockwise. Clockwise.
      Sep 14, 2025 @ 10:44pm
      Sep 14, 2025
      cobulontrail306there's a nice viewpoint on this trail,...
      Jul 31, 2024 @ 12:44pm
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      Wrkwaynereport116Yio mc
      Jul 21, 2024 @ 6:36pm
      Jul 21, 2024

      Local Badges


      Activity Type Stats

      activitytypetrailsdistancedescentdescent distancetotal verticalratingglobal rankstate rankphotosreportsroutesactivity logs
      Mountain Bike13159 miles10,433 ft23 miles1,243 ft
      #871#222591,584316,677
      E-Bike1013 miles725 ft3 miles1,243 ft
      #6,174#891,441820
      Gravel Bike2622 miles1,870 ft7 miles1,243 ft
      #2,225#523977
      Adaptive Bike189 miles1,352 ft4 miles400 ft
      #4,133#64238
      Winter Fat Bike43 miles991 ft2 miles318 ft
      #3,203#4119
      Horse11 mile161 ft2,133 ft125 ft
      928
      Hike17773 miles13,455 ft28 miles1,243 ft
      #796#2921,58412,358
      Trail Running17773 miles13,455 ft28 miles1,243 ft
      #1,928#4511,58421,301
      Dirtbike/Moto12,618 ft75 ft558 ft322 ft
      9311

      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ What are the best places to ride in Anacortes?
      Anacortes has 3 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
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      ▼ What is the best time of the year to ride in Anacortes?
      Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride in Anacortes are:
      • July (351 activities)
      • August (313 activities)
      • September (262 activities)
      Check the Anacortes reports page for current trail conditions, recent trail reports, and seasonal information from the local community.
      ▼ Where can I park to ride in Anacortes?
      There are 14 parking locations listed in Anacortes. The most popular parking spots are: View all parking and trailhead locations on the map to plan your visit.
      ▼ What is the longest trail in Anacortes?
      The longest trail in Anacortes is Tommy Thompson Trail at 3.3 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
      ▼ What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Anacortes?
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      ▼ How many trails are in Anacortes?
      Anacortes has a total of 177 trails. Of those, 131 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in Anacortes to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
      ▼ Which trail has the most elevation gain in Anacortes?
      The trail with the most elevation gain in Anacortes is 247 with 703 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
      ▼ Which trail has the most elevation descent in Anacortes?
      The trail with the most elevation descent in Anacortes is 300 with 571 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
      ▼ What activities are most popular in Anacortes?
      Anacortes supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Gravel Biking, Adaptive Biking, Winter Fat Biking, Hiking, Trail Running.
      ▼ What bike services are there in Anacortes?
      The following bike services are available in Anacortes:
      • Bike Shop (1)
      • Trail Association (1)
      Browse the full Anacortes directory for details.
      ▼ What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Anacortes?
      The steepest mountain biking trail in Anacortes is Alt Line with an average grade of 18.7%. View all trails sorted by grade.
      ▼ Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Anacortes?
      Yes, there are 8 scenic viewpoints marked along trails in Anacortes. Some popular viewpoints include: Explore more points of interest to find trails with the best views.
      ▼ Are the trails open in Anacortes?
      The overall region status for Anacortes is Clear / Green. Out of 107 trails:
      • Clear / Green: 99
      • Minor Issue / Yellow: 4
      • Significant Issue / Amber: 4
      View the full trail status page for the latest updates.
      ▼ Can I ride an ebike in Anacortes?
      Yes, Anacortes supports e-bike riding. There are 8 trails in Anacortes that allow e-bikes. Check the e-bike trails listing for specific trail access details and any local regulations.
      ▼ What are the most popular mountain biking routes in Anacortes?
      ▼ What type of bike is most common in Anacortes?
      Based on activity log data, the most common bike types used in Anacortes are:
      • RD (155 activities)
      • AM (117 activities)
      • XC (7 activities)
      Check the Anacortes activity logs for more details.
      ▼ What are the most popular Strava Segments in Anacortes?
      The most popular Strava segments in Anacortes are:
      • Tommy Thompson Water to Town (5,871 athletes)
      • Tommy Thompson Tr (4,577 athletes)
      • Tommy Thompson Trail Bridge (3,484 athletes)
      View all Strava segments in Anacortes.
      ▼ Are there accessible or adaptive trails in Anacortes?
      Yes, there are 18 accessible/adaptive trails in Anacortes. View all adaptive trails in Anacortes for specific accessibility information.
      ▼ Are there local clubs or events in Anacortes?
      There are 1 local clubs or associations listed in the Anacortes directory. Browse the local directory for details.
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