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      Cairo 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, Trail Running, Hiking, Gravel Biking, Adaptive Biking, E-Biking, Horseback, Dirtbiking and ATVing/Offroading. Trails here are often faint trail, hike-a-bike in places and rocky. Scenery includes ridgelines, canyons and waterfalls. Common trail features include skinnies, drops and rollers. Many trails are family friendly. Popular destinations include Wadi Degla.
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      Region Status
      Caution as of Jun 12, 2026
      Local Trail Association

      Stats

      Avg Trail Rating
      Trails (view details)
      228
      Trails Mountain Bike
      228
      Trails E-Bike
      2
      Trails Gravel Bike
      23
      Trails Adaptive Bike
      23
      Trails Horse
      2
      Trails Hike
      221
      Trails Trail Running
      223
      Trails Dirtbike/Moto
      2
      Trails ATV/ORV/OHV
      2
      Total Distance
      152 miles
      Total Descent
      20,375 ft
      Total Vertical
      782 ft
      Highest Trailhead
      1,052 ft
      Reports
      174
      Photos
      70
      Completed Counter
      4,583
      Sub Regions

      Popular Cairo Mountain Biking Trails

      • 100 ★ 5.0 • 2,275 ft • 119 ft • 66 •
      One of two climbs from/descents back to the Wadi Degla main entrance. Although not very technical, it has a couple of little sections which can be treacherous at high speeds. The last bit has been modified by the protectorate management...
      • 100 ★ 5.0 • 2 miles • 144 ft • 52 •
      Easy, pedally doubletrack/jeep trail with some fun bits in the middle. The bread and butter of the Wadi's beginner rides.
      • 90 ★ 0.0 • 2,627 ft • 33 ft • 50 •
      Popular green difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 3 minutes to complete this trail.
      • 80 ★ 0.0 • 1,888 ft • 13 ft • 45 •
      Popular green difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 4 minutes to complete this trail.
      • 5 ★ 0.0 • 1,447 ft • 0 ft • 43 •
      A short, fast and fun singletrack descent
      • 100 ★ 0.0 • 5,177 ft • 52 ft • 42 •
      Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 9 minutes to complete this trail.
      • 65 ★ 0.0 • 1,066 ft • 87 ft • 41 •
      One of two short and steep access climbs to The Balcony and Quarry trails.
      • 90 ★ 0.0 • 2,735 ft • 170 ft • 40 •
      Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used downhill primary. On average it takes 5 minutes to complete this trail.

      Recent Ride Log Activity in Region

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      Cairo Mountain Bike Routes

      ★ 5.0 • 10 miles • 797 ft • 3 • Loop •
      The classic beginners/quick ride loop in the Wadi.
      19 miles • 1,693 ft • 5 • Loop •
      Great loop for a 2.5-4 hour ride, depending on how fit you are. This is the basic version that ends the...
      12 miles • 1,147 ft • 10 • Loop •
      One of three popular loops in the Wadi, this one being the middle ground of distance and technical...
      17 miles • 1,968 ft • 7 •
      A route that takes riders around the main Wadi Degla protected area. Lots of fun trails and quite...
      3 miles • 402 ft • 5 • Loop •
      MTB Egypt's XCO loop for upcoming African Continental Championships
      ★ 1.0 • 21 miles • 1,998 ft • 13 •
      Nice mix of Wadi Degla single tracks

      Photos of Cairo Mountain Bike

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      Videos of Cairo Mountain Bike

      Degla paradise (Dog Face)
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      trail: Dog Face
      3:52 | 186 | Jun 14, 2015
      Hosni's Hairline descent # 2
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      1221 | Sep 28, 2016 , Cairo
      Hosni's Hairline descent
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      1067 | Sep 28, 2016 , Cairo

      Recent Trail Reports

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      Anubis loop
      Jun 13, 2026 @ 4:41am (Africa/Cairo)
      Jun 12, 2026
      Unknown Wiped by road constructionisPeter Trail Crew
      Widows's Wrinkle
      Oct 25, 2025 @ 8:47am (Africa/Cairo)
      Oct 24, 2025
      DryAdambN9yBO
      African Head Charge
      Aug 15, 2025 @ 11:54pm
      Aug 15, 2025
      Unknown The trail was 75% removed by a...reda-maged
      Balcony connector
      Aug 15, 2025 @ 11:48pm
      Aug 15, 2025
      Unknown Trail does not exist anymore, recommended...reda-maged
      The Wadi Dog connector | مدق كلب الوادي
      Aug 15, 2025 @ 11:37pm
      Aug 15, 2025
      Unknown Trail does not exist anymore, recommended...reda-maged
      Timmy's Twister
      Dec 11, 2023 @ 9:27am
      Dec 11, 2023
      Wethalf of the trail is flooded under water...Beshoy
      Desert Viper
      Jul 14, 2023 @ 5:29am
      Jul 14, 2023
      Unknown In a perfect condition. Fun floor...isPeter Trail Crew
      Good Dog
      Jul 2, 2023 @ 2:28am
      Jul 2, 2023
      Drytrail has a lot of ruts from rains, tried...himazmizo
      Mo's Crack
      Dec 27, 2022 @ 4:43am
      Dec 27, 2022
      DryIn great shape but take care where you...himazmizo
      The Crossover Express
      Jul 23, 2022 @ 7:48am
      Jul 23, 2022
      Unknown isPeter Trail Crew

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      Sep 14, 2025 @ 11:22am
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      Recent Comments

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      HamidQQbJjPreportAvenue of Rams | طريق الكباشGood afternoon
      Feb 25, 2023 @ 2:37am
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      HamidQQbJjPreportAvenue of Rams | طريق الكباشHello
      Feb 25, 2023 @ 12:18am
      Feb 25, 2023
      degladudereportSnake's Back | ضهر الحيةThanks Peter.
      Dec 19, 2021 @ 6:30pm
      Dec 19, 2021
      isPeterreportDog FaceIn a good shape. Although marked blue, it's...
      May 28, 2021 @ 12:38pm
      May 28, 2021
      isPeterreportSnake's Back | ضهر الحيةI still ride it frequently, so I think I might...
      May 21, 2021 @ 11:54am
      May 21, 2021

      Local Badges


      Activity Type Stats

      activitytypetrailsdistancedescentdescent distancetotal verticalratingglobal rankstate rankphotosreportsroutesactivity logs
      Mountain Bike228152 miles20,374 ft70 miles781 ft
      #478#1691741012,663
      E-Bike22 miles43 ft1,539 ft174 ft
      #2,152#19510
      Gravel Bike2331 miles1,572 ft12 miles768 ft
      #621#12
      Adaptive Bike2331 miles1,572 ft12 miles768 ft
      #292#16
      Horse22 miles43 ft1,539 ft174 ft
      #690#145
      Hike221148 miles19,915 ft69 miles781 ft
      #745#1164345
      Trail Running223149 miles20,131 ft69 miles781 ft
      #518#11641289
      Dirtbike/Moto22 miles43 ft1,539 ft174 ft
      #495#11451
      ATV/ORV/OHV22 miles43 ft1,539 ft174 ft
      #329#1452

      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ What are the best places to ride in Cairo?
      Cairo has 1 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
      ▼ What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Cairo?
      The highest rated mountain biking trails in Cairo are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by rating.
      ▼ Where can I park to ride in Cairo?
      There are 2 parking locations listed in Cairo. The most popular parking spots are:
      ▼ What is the longest trail in Cairo?
      The longest trail in Cairo is The Wadi Degla main trail at 7.0 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
      ▼ What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Cairo?
      The best hiking trails in Cairo are: View all hiking trails sorted by popularity score.
      ▼ How many trails are in Cairo?
      Cairo has a total of 228 trails. Browse top mountain biking trails in Cairo to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
      ▼ Which trail has the most elevation gain in Cairo?
      The trail with the most elevation gain in Cairo is North ridge singletrack with 583 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
      ▼ Which trail has the most elevation descent in Cairo?
      The trail with the most elevation descent in Cairo is Lower North Ridge Trail with 635 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
      ▼ What activities are most popular in Cairo?
      Cairo supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Gravel Biking, Adaptive Biking, Horseback, Hiking, Trail Running, Dirtbiking, ATVing/Offroading, Snowmobiling, Snowshoeing, Skiing, Backcountry Skiing, Nordic Skiing.
      ▼ What bike services are there in Cairo?
      The following bike services are available in Cairo:
      • Trail Association (1)
      Browse the full Cairo directory for details.
      ▼ What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Cairo?
      The steepest mountain biking trail in Cairo is No Pain, No Gain East with an average grade of 10.7%. View all trails sorted by grade.
      ▼ Are the trails open in Cairo?
      The overall region status for Cairo is Minor Issue / Yellow. Out of 80 trails:
      • Clear / Green: 58
      • Minor Issue / Yellow: 8
      • Significant Issue / Amber: 11
      • Closed: 3
      View the full trail status page for the latest updates.
      ▼ Can I ride an ebike in Cairo?
      Yes, Cairo supports e-bike riding. However, individual trail e-bike permissions vary. Check the e-bike trails listing for specific trail access details and any local regulations.
      ▼ What are the most popular mountain biking routes in Cairo?
      ▼ What is the highest summit in Cairo?
      The highest summit in Cairo is تارسو أهون Tarso Ahon at 10,394 ft elevation.
      ▼ What are the most popular Strava Segments in Cairo?
      The most popular Strava segments in Cairo are:
      • Final descent single track (572 athletes)
      • Wadi Degla Final Descent B (562 athletes)
      • Wadi Entrance Climb D (508 athletes)
      View all Strava segments in Cairo.
      ▼ What trails are closed in Cairo?
      There are currently 3 closed trails in Cairo. The breakdown of all trail statuses is:
      • Clear / Green: 58
      • Minor Issue / Yellow: 8
      • Significant Issue / Amber: 11
      • Closed: 3
      View all closed trails for the latest updates.
      ▼ Are there accessible or adaptive trails in Cairo?
      Yes, there are 23 accessible/adaptive trails in Cairo. View all adaptive trails in Cairo for specific accessibility information.
      ▼ Are there local clubs or events in Cairo?
      There are 1 local clubs or associations listed in the Cairo directory. Browse the local directory for details.
      ▼ What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Cairo?
      ▼ What are the best beginner ride trails in Cairo?
      The best beginner mountain biking trails in Cairo are: View all beginner mountain biking trails in Cairo.
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