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El Paso Texas has over 200 miles of trails to enjoy from hiking, mountain biking, bird watching, big horn sheep watching. There are various trail systems through the city, the largest being the Franklin Mountain State Park with various entrance points through the city and county (daily use fee required even if not passing the range station). El Paso is a desert environment with little shade, but amazing sunsets to see throughout the mountain. Take a mountain bike ride or take a hike. In the Tom May's area of the state park, there is an area to rock climbing and a paraglider launch area. Mountain Bike
Mountain bike trails throughout the city from green to black trails. E-Bike
E-Bikes are currently not allowed within the state park, but there are numerous other trails that do allow e-bikes. Horse
Not common, but you can find the occasion horseback rider within the trail system, but down on the river trail areas you will for sure see a horseback riding. Hike
Hiking can be form a flat trail to some very technical trails to the top of the mountain with 3000 feet of climbing. There are various small caves within the mountain that can be accessed. Dirtbike/Moto
Although there are no motorized vehicles allowed in the state park, there are other gravel roads and trails near El Paso that can easily be accessed. ATV/ORV/OHV
Although there are no motorized vehicles allowed in the state park, there are other gravel roads and trails near El Paso that can easily be accessed. Snowmobile
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- Texas State Parks
- Borderland Mountain Bike Association
- Frontera Land Alliance
- Castner Range National Monument
- El Paso City Parks
- El Paso County Parks
- Paso Del Norte Trail
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- Mountain Bike
252 trails
- E-Bike
74 trails
- Gravel Bike
83 trails
- Adaptive Bike
29 trails
- Winter Fat Bike
16 trails
- Horse
26 trails
- Hike
285 trails
- Trail Running
285 trails
- Dirtbike/Moto
5 trails
- ATV/ORV/OHV
2 trails
Region Details
- 32
- 15
- 53
- 110
- 32
- 9
- 1
Region Status
Open as of 2 days
Stats
- Avg Trail Rating
- Trails (view details)
- 287
- Trails Mountain Bike
- 252
- Trails E-Bike
- 74
- Trails Gravel Bike
- 83
- Trails Adaptive Bike
- 29
- Trails Winter Fat Bike
- 16
- Trails Horse
- 26
- Trails Hike
- 285
- Trails Trail Running
- 285
- Trails Dirtbike/Moto
- 5
- Trails Observed Trials
- 1
- Trails ATV/ORV/OHV
- 2
- Total Distance
- 267 miles
- Total Descent
- 31,446 ft
- Total Vertical
- 3,515 ft
- Highest Trailhead
- 7,170 ft
- Reports
- 629
- Photos
- 322
- Completed Counter
- 16,192
Sub Regions
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Ascarate Lake
- 3
- 1
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Billy Rogers Arroyo Park & Nature Preserve
- 2
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Chamizal National Memorial
- 6
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Knapp Land Nature Preserve
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Lost Dog
- 2
- 14
- 37
- 19
- 6
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Mount Cristo Rey
- 1
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North Hills
- 5
- 41
- 3
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Palisades
- 1
- 11
- 2
- 1
- 1
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Rio Bosque Wetlands Park
- 8
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Rio Grande Valley Trail Network
- 7
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Roughrider Canyon Freeride Park
- 4
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Thunderbird / South Franklin
- 6
- 4
- 1
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Tom Mays Park
- 1
- 11
- 1
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Westside Community Hike & Bike Area
- 9
- 3
Popular El Paso Mountain Biking Trails
• 100 ★ 4.3 • 2 miles • 157 ft • 388 •
Highly rated popular blue difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail. On average it takes 15 minutes to complete this trail.
• 95 ★ 4.5 • 2 miles • 375 ft • 307 •
Popular blue difficulty dirt/gravel road. This multi-use trail can be used both directions and has a easy overall physical rating with a 375 ft green climb. On average it takes 19 minutes to complete this trail.
• 100 ★ 5.0 • 2 miles • 106 ft • 305 •
Popular green difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions and has a moderate overall physical rating with a 106 ft green climb. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 13 minutes to complete this trail.
• 100 ★ 4.6 • 2 miles • 0 ft • 304 •
Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions and has a moderate overall physical rating with a 0 ft blue climb. It features bridge. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 15 minutes to complete this trail.
• 55 ★ 3.0 • 5 miles • 959 ft • 298 •
Moderately popular blue difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 1 hour1 minutes to complete this trail.
• 100 ★ 4.8 • 2 miles • 84 ft • 263 •
This trail takes you from Bowen Ranch to the parking lot where the community bike tools are located. As far as difficulty, this trail is moderate. It does have its dips here and there. It also has several wooden ramps but riders could...
• 100 ★ 4.7 • 2 miles • 250 ft • 256 •
Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail. On average it takes 17 minutes to complete this trail.
El Paso Mountain Bike Routes
11 miles • 857 ft • 3 •
2026 12 Hours of Old El Paso Course - At the Roundouse HQ
12 miles • 1,385 ft • 5 •
Sun City Blaze Route - This field must have twenty-five characters
12 miles • 1,779 ft • 43 • Loop •
A real fun loop at Lost Dog/Tom Mays Park that includes basically all of the techy goodness. This place...
Photos of El Paso Mountain Bike
Videos of El Paso Mountain Bike
Recent Trail Reports
| status | trail | date | condition | info | user |
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| Mad Cow | Oct 18, 2026 @ 2:40pm (America/Denver) 2 days | Dry | mwancho BMBA | ||
| Lost and Found | Oct 12, 2026 @ 8:48am (America/Denver) Oct 12, 2026 | Unknown | mwancho BMBA | ||
| Lost Cow Trail | Jul 11, 2026 @ 10:02am (America/Denver) Jul 11, 2026 | Ideal | ingothomas BMBA | ||
| Goons Loop | Jul 11, 2026 @ 10:02am (America/Denver) Jul 11, 2026 | Ideal | ingothomas BMBA | ||
| Lazy Cow | Jul 11, 2026 @ 10:02am (America/Denver) Jul 11, 2026 | Ideal | ingothomas BMBA | ||
| North Hills Access | Jul 11, 2026 @ 10:02am (America/Denver) Jul 11, 2026 | Ideal | ingothomas BMBA | ||
| Lazy Cow Connect | Jun 14, 2026 @ 6:28am (America/Denver) Jun 14, 2026 | Dry | ingothomas BMBA | ||
| Artcraft/Sunset Terrace Linear Trail | Feb 16, 2026 @ 12:16pm (America/Denver) Feb 16, 2026 | Unknown | x5rdman BMBA | ||
| Trans to Clydesdale (Part I) | Jan 15, 2026 @ 10:41pm (America/Denver) Jan 15, 2026 | Unknown | ABP04 | ||
| Spotted Cow | Nov 1, 2025 @ 10:06am (America/Ciudad_Juarez) Nov 1, 2025 | Dry | Santamatt |
Activity Feed
| username | action | type | title | date |
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| Dougdange123 | ridden | trail | activity #106183592 | Oct 18, 2026 @ 6:19pm 2 days |
| mwancho | add | report | activity #106164045 | Oct 18, 2026 @ 1:41pm 2 days |
| Rickvaldez33 | wishlist | route | activity #106019621 | Oct 16, 2026 @ 5:36pm Oct 16, 2026 |
| Edgarusle | wishlist | route | activity #105981273 | Oct 16, 2026 @ 5:36am Oct 16, 2026 |
| mwancho | update | event | activity #105969487 | Oct 15, 2026 @ 9:20pm Oct 15, 2026 |
Recent Comments
| username | type | title | comment | date |
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| trail | Fun tech trail. Some steepish sections with B... | Jul 8, 2026 @ 6:54am Jul 8, 2026 | ||
| trail | Super fun trail. Easy to find the flow with a... | Jul 8, 2026 @ 6:51am Jul 8, 2026 | ||
| trail | Fun tech trail with one 10ft(ish) gap (easily... | Jul 8, 2026 @ 6:47am Jul 8, 2026 | ||
| trail | Rode it counter clockwise. It's not flowing... | May 5, 2026 @ 6:13pm May 5, 2026 | ||
| trail | This trail is mostly for hiking. Tight turns,... | May 5, 2026 @ 6:08pm May 5, 2026 |
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Bike & Skill Parks
| name | type | city | rating |
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| Desert Downs BMX | skill park | El Paso | |
| Cimarron Park Pump Track | skill park | El Paso | |
| Sun City BMX | skill park | El Paso | |
| Westside Community Skillpark | skill park | El Paso |
Upcoming Local Events
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 | 252 | 243 miles | 26,978 ft | 92 miles | 3,494 ft | #512 | #7 | 308 | 628 | 39 | 32,072 | |
| E-Bike | 74 | 75 miles | 2,969 ft | 21 miles | 1,404 ft | #496 | #26 | 1 | 495 | 5 | 952 | |
| Gravel Bike | 83 | 112 miles | 6,391 ft | 35 miles | 2,241 ft | #519 | #7 | 1 | 79 | 5 | 155 | |
| Adaptive Bike | 29 | 46 miles | 2,283 ft | 14 miles | 1,440 ft | #1,252 | #9 | 13 | 2 | |||
| Winter Fat Bike | 16 | 31 miles | 873 ft | 8 miles | 938 ft | #1,141 | #2 | |||||
| Horse | 26 | 59 miles | 3,583 ft | 26 miles | 1,522 ft | #852 | #6 | 87 | ||||
| Hike | 285 | 267 miles | 31,421 ft | 99 miles | 3,514 ft | #510 | #5 | 8 | 628 | 3 | 1,314 | |
| Trail Running | 285 | 267 miles | 31,421 ft | 99 miles | 3,514 ft | #394 | #5 | 2 | 628 | 7 | 1,055 | |
| Dirtbike/Moto | 5 | 15 miles | 233 ft | 7 miles | 420 ft | #791 | #3 | 79 | 35 | |||
| Observed Trials | 1 | 8 miles | 210 ft | 4 miles | 148 ft | 1 | ||||||
| ATV/ORV/OHV | 2 | 11 miles | 220 ft | 6 miles | 299 ft | #619 | #4 | 79 | 6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the best places to ride in El Paso?
El Paso has 15 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
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What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in El Paso?
The highest rated mountain biking trails in El Paso are:
- Brujos Stairs (4.4/5)
- Wandering Dog (4.3/5)
- Tin Mine Hill (4.3/5)
- Antler Run (4.3/5)
- Mad Cow (4.3/5)
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What is the best time of the year to ride in El Paso?
Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride in El Paso are:
- October (336 activities)
- March (303 activities)
- July (299 activities)
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Where can I park to ride in El Paso?
There are 33 parking locations listed in El Paso. The most popular parking spots are: View all parking and trailhead locations on the map to plan your visit.
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What is the longest trail in El Paso?
The longest trail in El Paso is Elizabeth F Hernandez Memorial Memorial Hike and Bike Trail at 9.5 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
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What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in El Paso?
The best hiking trails in El Paso are:
- Aztec Cave Alternate
- Old Aztec Cave Trail
- Thousand Steps Trail
- Thousand Steps Ridge
- West Cottonwood Spring Spur
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What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in El Paso?
The best trail running trails in El Paso are:
- Three Hills Loop C Connector Trail
- Edgemere Median Linear Trail
- Blind Snake
- North Clydesdale
- Ascarate Lake Loop
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What are the best & highest rated dirtbiking trails in El Paso?
The best dirtbiking trails in El Paso are: View all dirtbiking trails sorted by popularity score.
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How many trails are in El Paso?
El Paso has a total of 287 trails. Of those, 252 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in El Paso to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
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Which trail has the most elevation gain in El Paso?
The trail with the most elevation gain in El Paso is North Franklin Peak with 1,387 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
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Which trail has the most elevation descent in El Paso?
The trail with the most elevation descent in El Paso is Mundy's Gap Trail with 1,158 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
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What activities are most popular in El Paso?
El Paso supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Gravel Biking, Adaptive Biking, Winter Fat Biking, Horseback, Hiking, Trail Running, Dirtbiking, ATVing/Offroading.
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What bike services are there in El Paso?
The following bike services are available in El Paso:
- Bike Shop (10)
- Trail Association (1)
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What are the steepest mountain biking trails in El Paso?
The steepest mountain biking trail in El Paso is Transmountain Connector with an average grade of 30.1%. View all trails sorted by grade.
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Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in El Paso?
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What trails have the biggest jumps in El Paso?
The trails with the biggest jumps in El Paso are: Browse all mountain bike trails to find trails with jumps and technical features.
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Are the trails open in El Paso?
The overall region status for El Paso is Clear / Green. Out of 132 trails:
- Clear / Green: 125
- Minor Issue / Yellow: 3
- Significant Issue / Amber: 3
- Closed: 1
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What are the trail conditions in El Paso?
Based on trail reports from the past week in El Paso:
- Dry: 1 trail
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Can I ride an ebike in El Paso?
Yes, El Paso supports e-bike riding. There are 58 trails in El Paso 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 El Paso?
The most popular mountain biking routes in El Paso are: View all mountain biking routes in El Paso.
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What type of bike is most common in El Paso?
Based on activity log data, the most common bike types used in El Paso are:
- XC (291 activities)
- AM (156 activities)
- Trials (13 activities)
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What is the highest summit in El Paso?
The highest summit in El Paso is Cerro El Crinolino at 7,385 ft elevation.
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What are the top sights to see in El Paso?
There are 3 notable sights in El Paso. Some of the top sights include: Explore all points of interest in El Paso.
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What are the most popular Strava Segments in El Paso?
The most popular Strava segments in El Paso are:
- Lower Mad Cow Downhill Actual (3,865 athletes)
- Last Leg of Mad Cow (3,533 athletes)
- Climb it (3,369 athletes)
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What are some popular technical trail features in El Paso?
There are 4 technical trail features (TTFs) in El Paso. Some popular features include: View all technical trail features in El Paso.
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What trails are closed in El Paso?
There are currently 1 closed trails in El Paso. The breakdown of all trail statuses is:
- Clear / Green: 125
- Minor Issue / Yellow: 3
- Significant Issue / Amber: 3
- Closed: 1
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Are there accessible or adaptive trails in El Paso?
Yes, there are 29 accessible/adaptive trails in El Paso. View all adaptive trails in El Paso for specific accessibility information.
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Are there local clubs or events in El Paso?
There are 1 upcoming events in El Paso. View upcoming events. There are 1 local clubs or associations listed in the El Paso directory. Browse the local directory for details.
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What are the most popular mountain biking trails in El Paso?
The most popular mountain biking trails in El Paso are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by popularity.
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What are the best beginner ride trails in El Paso?
The best beginner mountain biking trails in El Paso are:
- Unnamed Trail (5/5)
- Unnamed Trail (5/5)
- Lower Granola (5/5)
Activities
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Points of Interest
- Tin Mines Viewpoint
- North Franklin Mountain Summit
- Trail Sign Information
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- Old Corral and Windmill Sight
- Sugarloaf Mountain Summit
- Sotol Pass Viewpoint
- Old Refrigerator Sight
- P2 Wooden Jump TTF
- Trail Map and Information Board
- Sierra Gallego (7,385 ft)
- Cerro El Crinolino (7,385 ft)
- Sierra el Espinazo del Diablo (7,254 ft)
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