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      Bedrock trails and routes are listed on Trailforks with interactive trail maps, difficulty ratings, photos, and user-reported trail conditions. Supported activity types include Hiking, Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Trail Running and Adaptive Biking. Trails here are often faint trail and hike-a-bike in places. Scenery includes creeks, views and ridgelines. Common trail features include rock slabs. Many trails are family friendly. Popular destinations include Bedrock/Paradox Area Trails.
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      Region Status
      Open as of Aug 12, 2026
      Local Trail Association

      Stats

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      Trails (view details)
      22
      Trails Mountain Bike
      16
      Trails E-Bike
      16
      Trails Gravel Bike
      8
      Trails Adaptive Bike
      2
      Trails Winter Fat Bike
      1
      Trails Hike
      22
      Trails Trail Running
      15
      Total Distance
      126 miles
      Total Descent Distance
      51 miles
      Total Descent
      13,306 ft
      Total Vertical
      3,987 ft
      Highest Trailhead
      8,954 ft
      Reports
      5
      Photos
      51
      Completed Counter
      305

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      Popular Bedrock Mountain Biking Trails

      • 5 ★ 2.8 • 1 mile • 1,109 ft • 108 • • hike
      This historic cow trail was used to drive stragglers up to the mesa top while the main herd was driven up an easier route to the east. There are a few places where abutment walls were created to navigate the extremely steep draw which...
      • 5 ★ 1.0 • 9 miles • 1,559 ft • 2 •
      The isolated and remote Nyswonger Mesa lies high above Bedrock to the south and can be accessed from Hwy 90 just west of Bedrock or from CR X 4 along LaSal Creek. The preferred route is from CR X 4 since the old two track coming down...
      • 5 ★ 0.0 • 6 miles • 1,014 ft • 2 •
      These two unmaintained Forest Service trails link Carpenter Ridge with the Sinbad Valley via the Hog Trough high above the south rim of Sinbad Valley. A past fire through the area has encouraged thick oak brush on some sections...
      • 5 ★ 0.0 • 10 miles • 729 ft • 1 •
      Begin this challenging loop ride as CR DD 15 approaches Skein Mesa. The ride takes you around the mesa with the old two track being in better condition on the south and west sides. The views off to the south and west into the Dolores...
      • 90 ★ 0.0 • 5 miles • 285 ft • 1 •
      Popular green difficulty mixed. This multi-use trail can be used both directions and has a easy overall physical rating with a 285 ft blue climb. Trail visibility is always easy to follow.
      • 5 ★ 0.0 • 4 miles • 448 ft •
      This is an alternate route up to Nyswonger Mesa and it involves a rough hike a bike up to the next bench where there is an old two track at the top that takes you to the west buttress of Nyswonger. Start off from Hwy 90 at the last big...
      • 5 ★ 0.0 • 1 mile • 349 ft • • hike
      Look for the best hiking route to get up to the next bench where there is an old two track which takes you to the west buttress of Nyswonger Mesa.
      • 5 ★ 0.0 • 6 miles • 399 ft •
      About two miles from the beginning of the Skein Mesa Loop on CR DD15 take a sharp left turn back down a draw which will quickly take you down onto broad fertile bench. There are big views to the south as you look out over the Dolores...

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      Recent Comments

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      SckurtenbachtrailNyswonger Mesa Trail..beautiful. Also, the description says...
      Feb 8, 2026 @ 2:53pm
      Feb 8, 2026
      SckurtenbachtrailNyswonger Mesa Trail2/7/2026 - Tried riding this trail West >...
      Feb 8, 2026 @ 2:49pm
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      prelatortrailBull Canyon-Dolores Overlook TrailFYI this map shows the wrong closure point...
      Jan 10, 2026 @ 1:44pm
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      sveneriksontrailSilvey's Pocket to Dolores River TrailThis trail is closed to bikes where it enters...
      Jan 31, 2023 @ 9:03am
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      sveneriksontrailBull Canyon-Dolores Overlook TrailThis trail is closed to mountain bikes where...
      Jan 31, 2023 @ 8:30am
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      Local Badges


      Activity Type Stats

      activitytypetrailsdistancedescentdescent distancetotal verticalratingglobal rankstate rankphotosreportsroutesactivity logs
      Mountain Bike16106 miles11,818 ft44 miles3,976 ft
      #4,627#84474346
      E-Bike16106 miles11,818 ft44 miles3,976 ft
      #2,309#43411
      Gravel Bike866 miles5,144 ft26 miles3,694 ft
      #4,330#1,5213
      Adaptive Bike218 miles1,280 ft8 miles2,064 ft
      #3,921#591
      Winter Fat Bike17 miles659 ft5 miles525 ft
      #4,330#1,521
      Hike22126 miles13,307 ft51 miles3,986 ft
      #1,046#384519
      Trail Running1595 miles8,894 ft39 miles3,986 ft
      #3,209#714

      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ What are the best places to ride in Bedrock?
      Bedrock has 1 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
      ▼ What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Bedrock?
      ▼ Where can I park to ride in Bedrock?
      Check the Bedrock trail map for trailhead and parking information. Community members regularly update access and parking details for trails in the area.
      ▼ What is the longest trail in Bedrock?
      The longest trail in Bedrock is Skein Mesa Loop at 10.1 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
      ▼ What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Bedrock?
      ▼ What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Bedrock?
      ▼ How many trails are in Bedrock?
      Bedrock has a total of 22 trails. Of those, 16 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in Bedrock to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
      ▼ Which trail has the most elevation gain in Bedrock?
      The trail with the most elevation gain in Bedrock is Nyswonger Mesa Trail with 1,559 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
      ▼ Which trail has the most elevation descent in Bedrock?
      The trail with the most elevation descent in Bedrock is Nyswonger Mesa Trail with 2,113 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
      ▼ What activities are most popular in Bedrock?
      Bedrock supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Adaptive Biking, Hiking, Trail Running.
      ▼ What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Bedrock?
      The steepest mountain biking trail in Bedrock is Catch-em Up with an average grade of 15.1%. View all trails sorted by grade.
      ▼ Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Bedrock?
      Yes, there are 1 scenic viewpoints marked along trails in Bedrock. Some popular viewpoints include: Explore more points of interest to find trails with the best views.
      ▼ Are the trails open in Bedrock?
      The overall region status for Bedrock is Clear / Green. Out of 4 trails:
      • Clear / Green: 3
      • Minor Issue / Yellow: 1
      View the full trail status page for the latest updates.
      ▼ Can I ride an ebike in Bedrock?
      Yes, Bedrock supports e-bike riding. There are 14 trails in Bedrock that allow e-bikes. Check the e-bike trails listing for specific trail access details and any local regulations.
      ▼ What is the highest summit in Bedrock?
      The highest summit in Bedrock is Carpenter Flats at 7,169 ft elevation.
      ▼ What are the most popular Strava Segments in Bedrock?
      The most popular Strava segments in Bedrock are:
      • Catch 'Em Up Trail Descent (1,250 athletes)
      • Q13 Road Climb (1,018 athletes)
      • Road Climb (948 athletes)
      View all Strava segments in Bedrock.
      ▼ Are there accessible or adaptive trails in Bedrock?
      Yes, there are 2 accessible/adaptive trails in Bedrock. View all adaptive trails in Bedrock for specific accessibility information.
      ▼ What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Bedrock?
      ▼ What are the best beginner ride trails in Bedrock?
      The best beginner mountain biking trails in Bedrock are: View all beginner mountain biking trails in Bedrock.
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