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SaveChico trails and routes are listed on Trailforks with interactive trail maps, difficulty ratings, photos, and user-reported trail conditions. The Trailforks community has shared hundreds of photos from this region. Supported activity types include Mountain Biking, Hiking, Trail Running, E-Biking, Gravel Biking, Adaptive Biking, Horseback and Winter Fat Biking. Scenery includes creeks, canyons and views. Common trail features include rock gardens, rock slabs and jumps. Many trails are good in wet weather and family friendly. Popular destinations include Upper Bidwell Park and Lower Bidwell Park.
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- Mountain Bike
94 trails
- E-Bike
53 trails
- Gravel Bike
33 trails
- Adaptive Bike
30 trails
- Winter Fat Bike
14 trails
- Horse
20 trails
- Hike
94 trails
- Trail Running
94 trails
Region Details
- 15
- 1
- 28
- 32
- 14
- 4
Region Status
Caution as of Sep 2, 2026
Stats
- Avg Trail Rating
- Trails (view details)
- 95
- Trails Mountain Bike
- 94
- Trails E-Bike
- 53
- Trails Gravel Bike
- 33
- Trails Adaptive Bike
- 30
- Trails Winter Fat Bike
- 14
- Trails Horse
- 20
- Trails Hike
- 94
- Trails Trail Running
- 94
- Total Distance
- 100 miles
- Total Descent
- 15,755 ft
- Total Vertical
- 5,818 ft
- Highest Trailhead
- 5,990 ft
- Reports
- 1,076
- Photos
- 356
- Completed Counter
- 13,458
Sub Regions
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Lower Bidwell Park
- 1
- 5
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Upper Bidwell Park
- 15
- 32
- 13
- 4
Popular Chico Mountain Biking Trails
• 100 ★ 4.0 • 1,483 ft • 12 ft • 495 •
Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used downhill primary and has a moderate overall physical rating with a 12 ft blue climb. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 2 minutes to complete this trail.
• 90 ★ 3.9 • 2 miles • 140 ft • 455 •
Downhill switchback trail starting near the end of . The most popular trail off of . Was once built by bikers, for bikers - the only trail in the park like this. However, that was a long time ago and trails in the park don't hold up....
• 100 ★ 4.0 • 1,680 ft • 2 ft • 438 •
New unsanctioned trail through the olive grove bypassing a section of Annie .
• 95 ★ 4.7 • 2,346 ft • 32 ft • 365 •
Popular green difficulty family friendly singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions and has a easy overall physical rating with a 32 ft green climb. Adaptive MTB rating: amtb green. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 1 minutes to complete this trail.
• 100 ★ 3.0 • 3,960 ft • 70 ft • 364 •
Unsanctioned but highly trafficked new trail connecting and Annie . Built by a hiker and rides as such.
• 90 ★ 4.0 • 3 miles • 163 ft • 311 •
Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions and has a moderate overall physical rating with a 163 ft blue climb. It features rock face and rock garden. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 23 minutes to complete this trail.
• 70 ★ 4.1 • 4 miles • 149 ft • 274 •
is probably fun for those who enjoy the thrill of cheating death. Bikes are allowed but it was never built for them and it has had little to no maintenance. There are brutal rock gardens, sharp lava rock, off camber corners, washed out...
• 85 ★ 3.0 • 1 mile • 60 ft • 273 •
Popular black diamond difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions and has a moderate overall physical rating with a 60 ft blue climb. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 9 minutes to complete this trail.
Chico Mountain Bike Routes
16 miles • 2,118 ft • 6 •
This loop provides a sample of the major riding sectors in upper bidwell park. There are great views to be...
12 miles • 1,633 ft • 5 •
Haven't ridden it yet so cannot help you, yet
★ 5.0 • 9 miles • 1,101 ft • 4 • Loop • Race •
Popular route that includes a gradual rocky climb up North Rim with great views, then a fun DH down and...
★ 3.5 • 14 miles • 2,075 ft • 16 • Loop • Race •
Ride the course that is used for the Bidwell Bump XC race. Start at 5 mile and head up to . At the bottom...
Photos of Chico Mountain Bike
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Recent Trail Reports
| status | trail | date | condition | info | user |
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| Annie Bidwell Trail | Sep 2, 2026 @ 3:17pm (America/Los_Angeles) Sep 2, 2026 | Wet | JjMerchant | ||
| Annie Bidwell Trail | Sep 2, 2026 @ 3:17pm (America/Los_Angeles) Sep 2, 2026 | Variable | JjMerchant | ||
| Annie Bidwell Trail | Sep 2, 2026 @ 3:17pm (America/Los_Angeles) Sep 2, 2026 | Dry | JjMerchant | ||
| Middle Lower Connector | Jul 6, 2026 @ 9:27am (America/Boise) Jul 6, 2026 | Dry | jdoerr | ||
| The Filter | May 17, 2026 @ 3:45pm (America/Los_Angeles) May 17, 2026 | Ideal | Chicomecha | ||
| Secret/Disk Golf | Apr 11, 2026 @ 9:56pm (America/Los_Angeles) Apr 11, 2026 | Wet | jsally | ||
| Chico Canyon Rd | May 18, 2025 @ 2:21pm May 18, 2025 | Variable | harry8665 | ||
| Sock On A Fence DH | May 9, 2025 @ 9:47pm May 9, 2025 | Dry | BransonXZHEKv | ||
| Upper Trail | Apr 23, 2025 @ 8:53pm Apr 23, 2025 | Dry | roldog27 | ||
| Old Live Oak | Apr 23, 2025 @ 8:49pm Apr 23, 2025 | Dry | roldog27 |
Activity Feed
| username | action | type | title | date |
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| JeffLogsdon | wishlist | trail | activity #104093364 | Sep 18, 2026 @ 9:12pm Sep 18, 2026 |
| JeffLogsdon | wishlist | route | activity #103913537 | Sep 16, 2026 @ 7:04am Sep 16, 2026 |
| yoterryh | ridden | route | activity #103746363 | Sep 13, 2026 @ 3:08pm Sep 13, 2026 |
| Schwein | comment | trail | activity #103669136 | Sep 12, 2026 @ 5:08pm Sep 12, 2026 |
| JjMerchant | add | report | activity #102991956 and 2 more | Sep 3, 2026 @ 5:05pm Sep 3, 2026 |
Recent Comments
| username | type | title | comment | date |
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| trail | I hope someone can change the description on... | Sep 12, 2026 @ 5:08pm Sep 12, 2026 | ||
| trail | Damn this was fucked up lol not rideable imo | May 18, 2026 @ 11:19pm May 18, 2026 | ||
| trail | Many of the photos here are of Old Live Oak... | Apr 23, 2025 @ 8:51pm Apr 23, 2025 | ||
| trail | Short and routy. If you have the legs it's a... | Oct 19, 2024 @ 4:28pm Oct 19, 2024 | ||
| report | B trail has reopened | Oct 19, 2024 @ 4:24pm Oct 19, 2024 |
Local Badges
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Top 10 Trails1 awarded -
Descent 100k Badge16 awarded -
Big Ride 30k4,779 awarded -
Epic Ride 50k1,499 awarded -
Descent 10k Badge108 awarded -
Completionist0 awarded
Bike & Skill Parks
| name | type | city | rating |
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| Wildwood Pump Park | skill park | Chico |
Activity Type Stats
| activitytype | trails | distance | descent | descent distance | total vertical | rating | global rank | state rank | photos | reports | routes | activity logs |
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| Mountain Bike | 94 | 96 miles | 15,121 ft | 45 miles | 5,817 ft | #923 | #364 | 354 | 1,075 | 10 | 34,178 | |
| E-Bike | 53 | 50 miles | 10,650 ft | 24 miles | 1,362 ft | #2,679 | #1,044 | 1,047 | 1,650 | |||
| Gravel Bike | 33 | 47 miles | 2,910 ft | 18 miles | 1,375 ft | #1,493 | #376 | 377 | 1 | 330 | ||
| Adaptive Bike | 30 | 42 miles | 1,837 ft | 16 miles | 1,309 ft | #1,251 | #212 | 362 | 9 | |||
| Winter Fat Bike | 14 | 8 miles | 1,368 ft | 3 miles | 1,283 ft | #2,214 | #453 | 41 | ||||
| Horse | 20 | 24 miles | 2,215 ft | 7 miles | 1,138 ft | #1,614 | #872 | 724 | 4 | |||
| Hike | 94 | 100 miles | 15,663 ft | 46 miles | 1,375 ft | #2,397 | #951 | 2 | 1,073 | 1,331 | ||
| Trail Running | 94 | 100 miles | 15,663 ft | 46 miles | 1,375 ft | #1,737 | #580 | 1,073 | 2,429 |
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the best places to ride in Chico?
Chico has 2 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
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What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Chico?
The highest rated mountain biking trails in Chico are:
- Winston (4.3/5)
- Wildwood park singletrack (4.2/5)
- Wildwood Ave singletrack (4.2/5)
- Wildwood Park connector (4.2/5)
- Disk Golf DH (4.2/5)
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What is the best time of the year to ride in Chico?
Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride in Chico are:
- July (298 activities)
- August (284 activities)
- September (259 activities)
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Where can I park to ride in Chico?
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What is the longest trail in Chico?
The longest trail in Chico is North Rim Trail at 4.2 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
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What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Chico?
The best hiking trails in Chico are: View all hiking trails sorted by popularity score.
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What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Chico?
The best trail running trails in Chico are: View all trail running trails sorted by popularity score.
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How many trails are in Chico?
Chico has a total of 95 trails. Of those, 94 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in Chico to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
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Which trail has the most elevation gain in Chico?
The trail with the most elevation gain in Chico is North Rim Trail with 1,136 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
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Which trail has the most elevation descent in Chico?
The trail with the most elevation descent in Chico is Guardians Trail with 961 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
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What activities are most popular in Chico?
Chico supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Gravel Biking, Adaptive Biking, Winter Fat Biking, Horseback, Hiking, Trail Running.
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What bike services are there in Chico?
The following bike services are available in Chico:
- Trail Association (1)
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What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Chico?
The steepest mountain biking trail in Chico is Live Oak with an average grade of 22.1%. View all trails sorted by grade.
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Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Chico?
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Are the trails open in Chico?
The overall region status for Chico is Minor Issue / Yellow. Out of 74 trails:
- Clear / Green: 52
- Minor Issue / Yellow: 17
- Significant Issue / Amber: 5
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Can I ride an ebike in Chico?
Yes, Chico supports e-bike riding. There are 51 trails in Chico that allow e-bikes. Check the e-bike trails listing for specific trail access details and any local regulations.
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What are the most popular mountain biking routes in Chico?
The most popular mountain biking routes in Chico are: View all mountain biking routes in Chico.
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What type of bike is most common in Chico?
Based on activity log data, the most common bike types used in Chico are:
- AM (532 activities)
- XC (3 activities)
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What is the highest summit in Chico?
The highest summit in Chico is Campbell Mound at 2,326 ft elevation.
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What are the top sights to see in Chico?
There are 6 notable sights in Chico. Some of the top sights include: Explore all points of interest in Chico.
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What are the most popular Strava Segments in Chico?
The most popular Strava segments in Chico are:
- El Monte Park Entrance to Manzanita (5,375 athletes)
- Sprocket to Sprocket (3,923 athletes)
- mid-lower (2,291 athletes)
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What are some popular technical trail features in Chico?
There are 21 technical trail features (TTFs) in Chico. Some popular features include:
- Jump (Jump)
- Optional jump (Jump)
- Optional drop (Drop)
- Off camber exposed rock roll section (Rock Face)
- Pine Drop (Drop)
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Are there accessible or adaptive trails in Chico?
Yes, there are 30 accessible/adaptive trails in Chico. View all adaptive trails in Chico for specific accessibility information.
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Are there local clubs or events in Chico?
There are 1 local clubs or associations listed in the Chico directory. Browse the local directory for details.
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What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Chico?
The most popular mountain biking trails in Chico are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by popularity.
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What are the best beginner ride trails in Chico?
The best beginner mountain biking trails in Chico are:
- 5 mile to North Rim (4.7/5)
- Olive Branch (4/5)
- Annie Bidwell Trail (3/5)
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