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      Cascade trails and routes are listed on Trailforks with interactive trail maps, difficulty ratings, photos, and user-reported trail conditions. Supported activity types include Dirtbiking, Mountain Biking, Horseback, Hiking, Trail Running, Gravel Biking, ATVing/Offroading, E-Biking, Winter Fat Biking and Adaptive Biking. Trails here are often faint trail. Scenery includes creeks, views and ridgelines. Popular destinations include West Mountains.
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      Region Status
      Caution as of Aug 20, 2026
      Local Trail Association

      Stats

      Avg Trail Rating
      Trails (view details)
      63
      Trails Mountain Bike
      30
      Trails E-Bike
      9
      Trails Gravel Bike
      22
      Trails Adaptive Bike
      1
      Trails Winter Fat Bike
      2
      Trails Horse
      26
      Trails Hike
      24
      Trails Trail Running
      24
      Trails Dirtbike/Moto
      50
      Trails ATV/ORV/OHV
      21
      Total Distance
      242 miles
      Total Descent
      47,153 ft
      Total Vertical
      4,937 ft
      Highest Trailhead
      8,669 ft
      Reports
      24
      Photos
      22
      Completed Counter
      344
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      Popular Cascade Mountain Biking Trails

      • 100 ★ 4.7 • 5 miles • 587 ft • 127 •
      Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used downhill primary. On average it takes 51 minutes to complete this trail.
      • 5 ★ 0.0 • 8 miles • 2,005 ft • 8 •
      Less popular black diamond difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used downhill primary. On average it takes 1 hour59 minutes to complete this trail.
      • 5 ★ 0.0 • 4 miles • 201 ft • 3 • • hike
      Sage Hen Reservoir Trail - follows the edge of the scenic Sage Hen Reservoir, completely circling the reservoir and providing access to several campgrounds and picnic areas located nearby. There are several spots where the creek is...
      • 90 ★ 0.0 • 7 miles • 2,324 ft • 3 • • moto
      Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This dirtbike/moto primary trail.
      • 5 ★ 0.0 • 5 miles • 1,749 ft • 3 • • moto
      Less popular blue difficulty singletrack. This dirtbike/moto primary trail. On average it takes 2 hours7 minutes to complete this trail.
      • 5 ★ 0.0 • 2,497 ft • 453 ft • 1 • • hike
      Less popular black diamond difficulty singletrack. This hike primary trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 20 minutes to complete this trail.
      • 5 ★ 0.0 • 19 miles • 4,856 ft • • moto
      Less popular black diamond difficulty singletrack. This dirtbike/moto primary trail.
      • 5 ★ 0.0 • 3,399 ft • 136 ft •
      Sagehen Nature Trail is a short loop hike just northeast of Sagehen Reservoir and is a great diversion from a day on the water. The trail takes you along Sagehen Creek and up through some boulders before dropping back to the trailhead....

      Recent Ride Log Activity in Region

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      Photos of Cascade Mountain Bike

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      Recent Trail Reports

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      Eagle Nest (Upper)
      Aug 20, 2026 @ 5:28pm (America/Boise)
      Aug 20, 2026
      Dryjeffnelson19784
      Eagle Nest (Lower)
      Aug 20, 2026 @ 5:28pm (America/Boise)
      Aug 20, 2026
      Very Dryjeffnelson19784
      Eagle Nest Road
      Aug 20, 2026 @ 5:28pm (America/Boise)
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      Arling
      Jul 30, 2024 @ 6:48am
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      Very DryTops out near active and growing Wolf...TamarackParks TPB
      Gabe's Peak
      Jun 20, 2015 @ 10:48am
      Jun 20, 2015
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      Sep 21, 2026 @ 10:46am
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      Aug 20, 2026 @ 9:39pm
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      Jun 15, 2026 @ 7:50pm
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      joemyerscommenttrailactivity #79133172
      Aug 28, 2025 @ 12:59pm
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      Aug 20, 2025 @ 1:29pm
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      Recent Comments

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      joemyerstrailEagle Nest (Upper)This trial is probably black by mtb standards...
      Aug 28, 2025 @ 12:59pm
      Aug 28, 2025
      alexidahotrailstrailSixteen To OneAs of 7/5/25 partually cleared and inventoried...
      Jul 9, 2025 @ 9:25pm
      Jul 9, 2025
      TsudapodtrailEagle Nest (Lower)Probably not worth the time. Just a clapped...
      Oct 20, 2021 @ 2:13pm
      Oct 20, 2021
      bizango-xtrailEagle Nest (Lower)Very fun trail. Even though it is shared with...
      Jun 25, 2018 @ 1:17pm
      Jun 25, 2018

      Local Badges


      Activity Type Stats

      activitytypetrailsdistancedescentdescent distancetotal verticalratingglobal rankstate rankphotosreportsroutesactivity logs
      Mountain Bike30140 miles20,781 ft48 miles4,193 ft
      #2,232#291924718
      E-Bike968 miles11,450 ft24 miles4,193 ft
      #3,044#362475
      Gravel Bike2278 miles10,568 ft29 miles4,239 ft
      #1,347#2517
      Adaptive Bike112 miles892 ft4 miles1,598 ft
      #4,698#461
      Winter Fat Bike226 miles3,058 ft6 miles4,193 ft
      #1,778#173
      Horse26110 miles15,269 ft35 miles4,193 ft
      #636#245
      Hike24126 miles18,652 ft43 miles4,193 ft
      #2,478#35241224
      Trail Running24126 miles18,652 ft43 miles4,193 ft
      #2,095#3224117
      Dirtbike/Moto50185 miles40,863 ft82 miles4,938 ft
      #134#2431111
      ATV/ORV/OHV2161 miles9,570 ft23 miles4,239 ft
      #462#2144

      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ What are the best places to ride in Cascade?
      Cascade has 1 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
      ▼ What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Cascade?
      The highest rated mountain biking trails in Cascade are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by rating.
      ▼ What is the best time of the year to ride in Cascade?
      Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride in Cascade are:
      • July (19 activities)
      • June (13 activities)
      • May (7 activities)
      Check the Cascade reports page for current trail conditions, recent trail reports, and seasonal information from the local community.
      ▼ Where can I park to ride in Cascade?
      There are 8 parking locations listed in Cascade. 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 Cascade?
      The longest trail in Cascade is Bull Creek at 18.9 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
      ▼ What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Cascade?
      ▼ What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Cascade?
      ▼ What are the best & highest rated dirtbiking trails in Cascade?
      ▼ How many trails are in Cascade?
      Cascade has a total of 63 trails. Of those, 30 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in Cascade to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
      ▼ Which trail has the most elevation gain in Cascade?
      The trail with the most elevation gain in Cascade is Bull Creek with 4,856 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
      ▼ Which trail has the most elevation descent in Cascade?
      The trail with the most elevation descent in Cascade is West Mountain with 3,020 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
      ▼ What activities are most popular in Cascade?
      Cascade supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Gravel Biking, Adaptive Biking, Winter Fat Biking, Horseback, Hiking, Trail Running, Dirtbiking, ATVing/Offroading.
      ▼ What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Cascade?
      The steepest mountain biking trail in Cascade is Tripod Lookout with an average grade of 18.2%. View all trails sorted by grade.
      ▼ Are the trails open in Cascade?
      The overall region status for Cascade is Minor Issue / Yellow. Out of 6 trails:
      • Clear / Green: 3
      • Minor Issue / Yellow: 2
      • Significant Issue / Amber: 1
      View the full trail status page for the latest updates.
      ▼ Can I ride an ebike in Cascade?
      Yes, Cascade supports e-bike riding. There are 9 trails in Cascade that allow e-bikes. Check the e-bike trails listing for specific trail access details and any local regulations.
      ▼ What type of bike is most common in Cascade?
      Based on activity log data, the most common bike types used in Cascade are:
      • AM (3 activities)
      Check the Cascade activity logs for more details.
      ▼ What is the highest summit in Cascade?
      The highest summit in Cascade is Rice Peak at 8,602 ft elevation.
      ▼ What are the most popular Strava Segments in Cascade?
      The most popular Strava segments in Cascade are:
      • Low Down Throw Down (755 athletes)
      • Rock drop to th (early season ride) (615 athletes)
      • Lower Eagles Nest DH (598 athletes)
      View all Strava segments in Cascade.
      ▼ Are there accessible or adaptive trails in Cascade?
      Yes, there are 1 accessible/adaptive trails in Cascade. View all adaptive trails in Cascade for specific accessibility information.
      ▼ What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Cascade?
      ▼ What are the best beginner ride trails in Cascade?
      The best beginner mountain biking trails in Cascade are: View all beginner mountain biking trails in Cascade.
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