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      Arlington trails and routes are listed on Trailforks with interactive trail maps, difficulty ratings, photos, and user-reported trail conditions. The Trailforks community has mapped hundreds of trails in this region. Supported activity types include Mountain Biking, Hiking, Trail Running, Horseback, Gravel Biking, Adaptive Biking, E-Biking and Winter Fat Biking. Trails here are often faint trail, flowy and sandy. Scenery includes ridgelines, creeks and views. Common trail features include drops, rock slabs and rock gardens. Many trails are family friendly. Amenities include restrooms. Popular destinations include Pilchuck Tree Farm.
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      Region Status
      Open as of May 18, 2026
      Local Trail Association

      Stats

      Avg Trail Rating
      Trails (view details)
      152
      Trails Mountain Bike
      152
      Trails E-Bike
      18
      Trails Gravel Bike
      56
      Trails Adaptive Bike
      38
      Trails Winter Fat Bike
      2
      Trails Horse
      107
      Trails Hike
      142
      Trails Trail Running
      142
      Total Distance
      127 miles
      Total Descent
      22,713 ft
      Total Vertical
      2,640 ft
      Highest Trailhead
      2,691 ft
      Reports
      2,120
      Photos
      79
      Completed Counter
      14,297
      Sub Regions

      Popular Arlington Mountain Biking Trails

      • 95 ★ 0.0 • 3 miles • 28 ft • 17 •
      Popular green difficulty gravel path. This multi-use trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 19 minutes to complete this trail.
      • 5 ★ 0.0 • 3 miles • 1,092 ft • 11 •
      This is a Forest Access Road that is currently (2020) well maintained. It heads to Bald Mountain. There are views of the valley/lake if you adventure past the mounds of dirt blocking the route to the higher cut block
      • 75 ★ 0.0 • 4 miles • 31 ft • 6 •
      Popular green difficulty gravel path. This multi-use trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 12 minutes to complete this trail.
      • 85 ★ 0.0 • 4 miles • 1,182 ft • 6 •
      There is an unnamed hill near lake Cavanaugh that has an overlook of the Lake from its final climb. This ride is moderate with a couple of stretches of climbs where you'll need to pedal uphill for 10-15 minutes straight before it levels...
      • 70 ★ 3.0 • 2 miles • 1,103 ft • 5 •
      Mount Cavanaugh overlooks Lake Cavanaugh. It is a forest service road that has kept in decent shape. The climb with switch backs can be a good challenge.
      • 55 ★ 0.0 • 1,650 ft • 3 ft • 2 •
      Moderately popular green difficulty gravel path. This multi-use trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 1 minutes to complete this trail.
      • 5 ★ 0.0 • 1 mile • 0 ft • 1 •
      Unclear how often this trail is used.
      • 5 ★ 0.0 • 2 miles • 3 ft • 1 •
      Less popular blue difficulty primitive. This multi-use trail can be used both directions.

      Recent Ride Log Activity in Region

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      Yesterday
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      Past Week
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      Arlington Mountain Bike Routes

      12 miles • 2,495 ft • 2 • Out & Back •
      Mount Washington (near Lake Cavanaugh) A fun XC logging-road adventure with a surprisingly big payoff....
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      • 15 miles • 378 ft • 0 •
      • 8 miles • 206 ft • 0 •

      Photos of Arlington Mountain Bike

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      Videos of Arlington Mountain Bike

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      0:41 | 705 | Apr 12, 2011
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      Recent Comments

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      DwelkreportTrail 3Why is it hidden?
      Jun 8, 2026 @ 3:37pm
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      WeTYCtrailG.Y.R.O. (Upper)This is a long shot, but...found a multi tool....
      May 3, 2026 @ 8:31am
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      Jack4McR9utrailLounge (Upper)How do I get to this trail
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      BrianLgqZlAtrailFrailey Mountain from Lk. Cavanagh RoadHas anyone mountain biked this Frailey Mount...
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      PeterfIihustrailSmackdown (Lower)Recent horse damage makes clearing gaps a bit...
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      Activity Type Stats

      activitytypetrailsdistancedescentdescent distancetotal verticalratingglobal rankstate rankphotosreportsroutesactivity logs
      Mountain Bike152127 miles22,713 ft57 miles2,641 ft
      #1,145#31752,11418,863
      E-Bike1839 miles3,816 ft17 miles2,441 ft
      #4,153#581,1491476
      Gravel Bike5686 miles10,256 ft36 miles2,641 ft
      #1,150#2322491107
      Adaptive Bike3861 miles8,392 ft28 miles2,608 ft
      #1,498#19130
      Winter Fat Bike26 miles141 ft2,618 ft1,778 ft
      #3,307#443
      Horse10763 miles13,018 ft27 miles1,253 ft
      #844#311,5645
      Hike142125 miles21,483 ft56 miles2,641 ft
      #1,902#472,0941,965
      Trail Running142125 miles21,483 ft56 miles2,641 ft
      #1,448#382,094243

      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ What are the best places to ride in Arlington?
      Arlington has 1 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
      ▼ What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Arlington?
      ▼ Where can I park to ride in Arlington?
      There are 11 parking locations listed in Arlington. 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 Arlington?
      The longest trail in Arlington is Lake Cavanaugh view ride at 4.0 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
      ▼ What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Arlington?
      ▼ What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Arlington?
      ▼ How many trails are in Arlington?
      Arlington has a total of 152 trails. Browse top mountain biking trails in Arlington to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
      ▼ Which trail has the most elevation gain in Arlington?
      The trail with the most elevation gain in Arlington is Lake Cavanaugh view ride with 1,182 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
      ▼ Which trail has the most elevation descent in Arlington?
      The trail with the most elevation descent in Arlington is Trail with 1,027 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
      ▼ What activities are most popular in Arlington?
      Arlington supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Gravel Biking, Adaptive Biking, Winter Fat Biking, Horseback, Hiking, Trail Running.
      ▼ What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Arlington?
      The steepest mountain biking trail in Arlington is Mount Cavanaugh with an average grade of 8.5%. View all trails sorted by grade.
      ▼ Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Arlington?
      Yes, there are 2 scenic viewpoints marked along trails in Arlington. Some popular viewpoints include: Explore more points of interest to find trails with the best views.
      ▼ Are the trails open in Arlington?
      The overall region status for Arlington is Clear / Green. Out of 5 trails:
      • Clear / Green: 4
      • Minor Issue / Yellow: 1
      View the full trail status page for the latest updates.
      ▼ Can I ride an ebike in Arlington?
      Yes, Arlington supports e-bike riding. There are 19 trails in Arlington 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 Arlington?
      The most popular mountain biking routes in Arlington are: View all mountain biking routes in Arlington.
      ▼ What is the highest summit in Arlington?
      The highest summit in Arlington is Stimson Hill at 2,815 ft elevation.
      ▼ What are the most popular Strava Segments in Arlington?
      The most popular Strava segments in Arlington are:
      • Haller to Bryant (11,463 athletes)
      • 204 to Lebanon (8,438 athletes)
      • 67th Park to McPherson (8,124 athletes)
      View all Strava segments in Arlington.
      ▼ What are some popular technical trail features in Arlington?
      There are 1 technical trail features (TTFs) in Arlington. Some popular features include: View all technical trail features in Arlington.
      ▼ Are there accessible or adaptive trails in Arlington?
      Yes, there are 5 accessible/adaptive trails in Arlington. View all adaptive trails in Arlington for specific accessibility information.
      ▼ Are there local clubs or events in Arlington?
      There are 1 local clubs or associations listed in the Arlington directory. Browse the local directory for details.
      ▼ What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Arlington?
      ▼ What are the best beginner ride trails in Arlington?
      The best beginner mountain biking trails in Arlington are: View all beginner mountain biking trails in Arlington.
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