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SaveEphraim 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 Hiking, Trail Running, Mountain Biking, Gravel Biking, E-Biking, Horseback, Adaptive Biking, Dirtbiking, ATVing/Offroading, Winter Fat Biking, Snowshoeing and Observed Trials. Trails here are often faint trail, sandy and flowy. Scenery includes views, summits and ridgelines. Common trail features include jumps, berms and rock gardens. Many trails are family friendly. Amenities include shuttle access. Popular destinations include Black Hill Ephraim and Bald Mountain Ephraim.
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- Mountain Bike
72 trails
- E-Bike
30 trails
- Gravel Bike
40 trails
- Adaptive Bike
26 trails
- Winter Fat Bike
10 trails
- Horse
27 trails
- Hike
75 trails
- Trail Running
75 trails
- Dirtbike/Moto
26 trails
- Observed Trials
1 trails
- ATV/ORV/OHV
18 trails
- Snowshoe
4 trails
Region Details
- 30
- 15
- 15
- 11
- 1
Region Status
Caution as of Oct 4, 2026Stats
- Avg Trail Rating
- Trails (view details)
- 77
- Trails Mountain Bike
- 72
- Trails E-Bike
- 30
- Trails Gravel Bike
- 40
- Trails Adaptive Bike
- 26
- Trails Winter Fat Bike
- 10
- Trails Horse
- 27
- Trails Hike
- 75
- Trails Trail Running
- 75
- Trails Dirtbike/Moto
- 26
- Trails Observed Trials
- 1
- Trails ATV/ORV/OHV
- 18
- Trails Snowshoe
- 4
- Total Distance
- 168 miles
- Total Descent
- 28,679 ft
- Total Vertical
- 5,623 ft
- Highest Trailhead
- 11,228 ft
- Reports
- 486
- Photos
- 244
- Completed Counter
- 2,938
Sub Regions
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Bald Mountain Ephraim
- 9
- 4
- 4
- 1
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Black Hill Ephraim
- 3
- 8
- 7
Popular Ephraim Mountain Biking Trails
• 90 ★ 4.7 • 2 miles • 34 ft • 162 •
Flume Trail The Flume Trail offers a unique blend of easy cruising and technical challenge. The trail starts off fairly flat and easy, making for a relaxed and enjoyable beginning. Early on, you'll encounter a wooden boardwalk that...
• 95 ★ 4.5 • 3,701 ft • 0 ft • 152 •
Gravity Trail The Gravity Trail offers a versatile ride that winds primarily through Gambel Oak, which bursts into vibrant colors during the autumn months, making it especially scenic in the fall. This trail is enjoyable in either...
• 95 ★ 3.0 • 4,495 ft • 12 ft • 143 •
Ponderosa Trail The Ponderosa Trail is a scenic single-track trail that begins at the first kiosk pullout along the Ephraim Canyon Heritage Tour. This trail offers a unique opportunity to experience one of the few areas in the canyon...
• 95 ★ 3.7 • 1 mile • 21 ft • 128 •
Stopwatch Trail The Stopwatch Trail is a versatile and enjoyable trail, perfect for both mountain biking and trail running. With a fun switchback section through a beautiful ponderosa grove, the trail offers an exciting challenge as you...
• 100 ★ 3.0 • 1 mile • 28 ft • 118 •
Scandinavian Trail The Scandinavian Trail offers a relatively easy ride, perfect for those seeking a smooth and enjoyable mountain biking experience. This scenic trail runs about 300 feet into the forest, paralleling the Willow Creek...
• 80 ★ 4.7 • 2 miles • 0 ft • 112 •
It’s not super rocky, but there are a lot of roots, there are 3 bridges but one is mostly broken but you can bunny hop it(tried fixing it but some dirt bikers went through and destroyed it), non are big. There’s a lot of loose...
• 100 ★ 3.0 • 1 mile • 132 ft • 103 •
Badger Run Trail The Badger Run Trail is a one-mile trail that links the Patriot Trail and the Stopwatch Trail, making it a key route for creating a looped mountain bike ride. This trail is very flat, offering a smooth and easy ride as...
• 100 ★ 4.0 • 1 mile • 50 ft • 97 •
Patriot Trail The Patriot Trail offers a fun and winding ride that starts off Willow Creek Road. Near the bottom, you’ll cross a cool wood bridge that adds a unique touch to this trail’s scenic charm. At the end, the trail connects...
Ephraim Mountain Bike Routes
10 miles • 375 ft • 5 • Shuttled •
Hit all the best routes in one drop. Trails are easy with everything from aspens to junipers.
★ 4.0 • 10 miles • 1,001 ft • 25 • Loop •
This loops goes around 2 hills known as Little Hill, and Black Hill. Typical trails for this region.
Photos of Ephraim Mountain Bike
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Recent Trail Reports
| status | trail | date | condition | info | user |
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| Flume | Oct 4, 2026 @ 2:32pm (America/Denver) Oct 4, 2026 | Ideal | BrianZieske | ||
| Pinecone | Oct 4, 2026 @ 2:32pm (America/Denver) Oct 4, 2026 | Very Dry | BrianZieske | ||
| Pioneer Trail | Oct 4, 2026 @ 2:32pm (America/Denver) Oct 4, 2026 | Ideal | BrianZieske | ||
| White Pine | Oct 4, 2026 @ 2:32pm (America/Denver) Oct 4, 2026 | Ideal | BrianZieske | ||
| Grizzly Gulch | Aug 9, 2026 @ 4:16pm (America/Denver) Aug 9, 2026 | Dry | Utahduh1 | ||
| Stopwatch Trail | Jul 21, 2026 @ 6:59pm (America/Denver) Jul 21, 2026 | Ideal | Captainpirate | ||
| Ponderosa Trail | Jul 21, 2026 @ 6:59pm (America/Denver) Jul 21, 2026 | Ideal | Captainpirate | ||
| Mirkwood Trail | Jul 21, 2026 @ 6:59pm (America/Denver) Jul 21, 2026 | Ideal | Captainpirate | ||
| Templar Trail | Jul 21, 2026 @ 6:59pm (America/Denver) Jul 21, 2026 | Ideal | Captainpirate | ||
| Scandinavian Trail | Aug 21, 2025 @ 6:05pm Aug 21, 2025 | Ideal | Captainpirate |
National Scenic Trails & Official Routes
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Great Western Trail
- Mountain Bike
- E-Bike
- Horse
- Hike
- Trail Running
- Dirtbike/Moto
- ATV/ORV/OHV
Activity Feed
| username | action | type | title | date |
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| BrianZieske | vote | trail | activity #105252756 | Oct 4, 2026 @ 7:53pm Oct 4, 2026 |
| BrianZieske | add | report | activity #105251103 and 7 more | Oct 4, 2026 @ 6:55pm Oct 4, 2026 |
| Daveer1Koi | ridden | trail | activity #104765930 and 1 more | Sep 27, 2026 @ 10:54pm Sep 27, 2026 |
| losvader | ridden | trail | activity #104378487 | Sep 22, 2026 @ 2:40pm Sep 22, 2026 |
| markholloway | add | poi | activity #102223220 and 2 more | Aug 24, 2026 @ 6:41am Aug 24, 2026 |
Recent Comments
| username | type | title | comment | date |
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| trail | Felt a bit more like a blue for the climb.... | Jul 26, 2025 @ 10:02pm Jul 26, 2025 | ||
| trail | Loved it. Much more technical and steep than I... | Jul 26, 2025 @ 9:59pm Jul 26, 2025 | ||
| trail | It says it's both directions but it's not... | Jul 13, 2025 @ 12:07pm Jul 13, 2025 | ||
| trail | Fun trail, but beware that it’s not well... | Jun 1, 2025 @ 10:43am Jun 1, 2025 | ||
| trail | Awesome beginner trails that all look like... | May 12, 2024 @ 12:17pm May 12, 2024 |
Local Badges
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10 Blue Trails17 awarded -
Epic Ride Climb 2k14 awarded -
Climbing 10k Badge9 awarded -
Climbing 100k Badge1 awarded -
Epic Ride Descent 2k19 awarded -
Descent 10k Badge16 awarded
Bike & Skill Parks
| name | type | city | rating |
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| Canyon View Pump | skill park | Ephraim |
Local Trail Supporters
- The Community Mtb Riders
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 | 72 | 165 miles | 27,723 ft | 83 miles | 5,377 ft | #1,555 | #38 | 164 | 486 | 2 | 3,597 | |
| E-Bike | 30 | 119 miles | 16,522 ft | 57 miles | 5,377 ft | #1,643 | #27 | 421 | 2 | 427 | ||
| Gravel Bike | 40 | 122 miles | 15,003 ft | 56 miles | 5,361 ft | #662 | #16 | 59 | 2 | |||
| Adaptive Bike | 26 | 33 miles | 3,576 ft | 12 miles | 4,770 ft | #1,941 | #18 | 130 | ||||
| Winter Fat Bike | 10 | 9 miles | 2,306 ft | 5 miles | 2,753 ft | #2,264 | #26 | 97 | ||||
| Horse | 27 | 31 miles | 4,193 ft | 12 miles | 3,041 ft | #763 | #27 | 66 | 92 | 1 | 1 | |
| Hike | 75 | 168 miles | 28,258 ft | 83 miles | 5,623 ft | #1,052 | #46 | 14 | 483 | 1 | 303 | |
| Trail Running | 75 | 168 miles | 28,258 ft | 83 miles | 5,623 ft | #1,134 | #37 | 483 | 1 | 33 | ||
| Dirtbike/Moto | 26 | 114 miles | 15,125 ft | 53 miles | 5,377 ft | #304 | #18 | 65 | 1 | 3 | ||
| Observed Trials | 1 | 417 ft | 69 ft | 3 ft | #247 | #4 | 1 | |||||
| ATV/ORV/OHV | 18 | 96 miles | 11,841 ft | 45 miles | 5,341 ft | #319 | #16 | 48 | 9 | |||
| Snowshoe | 4 | 2 miles | 433 ft | 4,134 ft | 1,040 ft | #1,364 | #29 | 1 | 34 |
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the best places to ride in Ephraim?
Ephraim 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 Ephraim?
The highest rated mountain biking trails in Ephraim are:
- Pioneer Trail (4.4/5)
- Flume (4.4/5)
- Pinecone (4.2/5)
- Deer Trail-Flume Connector (4.1/5)
- Gravity Trail (4.1/5)
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What is the best time of the year to ride in Ephraim?
Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride in Ephraim are:
- June (56 activities)
- July (42 activities)
- September (37 activities)
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Where can I park to ride in Ephraim?
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What is the longest trail in Ephraim?
The longest trail in Ephraim is Skyline Drive at 74.4 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
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What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Ephraim?
The best hiking trails in Ephraim are: View all hiking trails sorted by popularity score.
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What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Ephraim?
The best trail running trails in Ephraim are: View all trail running trails sorted by popularity score.
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What are the best & highest rated dirtbiking trails in Ephraim?
The best dirtbiking trails in Ephraim are: View all dirtbiking trails sorted by popularity score.
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How many trails are in Ephraim?
Ephraim has a total of 77 trails. Of those, 72 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in Ephraim to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
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Which trail has the most elevation gain in Ephraim?
The trail with the most elevation gain in Ephraim is Skyline Drive with 6,819 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
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Which trail has the most elevation descent in Ephraim?
The trail with the most elevation descent in Ephraim is Skyline Drive with 9,773 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
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What activities are most popular in Ephraim?
Ephraim supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Gravel Biking, Adaptive Biking, Winter Fat Biking, Horseback, Hiking, Trail Running, Dirtbiking, Observed Trials, ATVing/Offroading, Snowshoeing.
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What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Ephraim?
The steepest mountain biking trail in Ephraim is White Pine with an average grade of 12.5%. View all trails sorted by grade.
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Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Ephraim?
Yes, there are 1 scenic viewpoints marked along trails in Ephraim. Some popular viewpoints include: Explore more points of interest to find trails with the best views.
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Are the trails open in Ephraim?
The overall region status for Ephraim is Minor Issue / Yellow. Out of 29 trails:
- Clear / Green: 20
- Minor Issue / Yellow: 7
- Significant Issue / Amber: 2
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Can I ride an ebike in Ephraim?
Yes, Ephraim supports e-bike riding. There are 23 trails in Ephraim 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 Ephraim?
The most popular mountain biking routes in Ephraim are: View all mountain biking routes in Ephraim.
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What type of bike is most common in Ephraim?
Based on activity log data, the most common bike types used in Ephraim are:
- AM (15 activities)
- XC (11 activities)
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What is the highest summit in Ephraim?
The highest summit in Ephraim is South Tent Mountain at 11,263 ft elevation.
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What are the most popular Strava Segments in Ephraim?
The most popular Strava segments in Ephraim are:
- Ponderosa (449 athletes)
- Stopwatch Lower Segment (412 athletes)
- Gravity (396 athletes)
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What are some popular technical trail features in Ephraim?
There are 5 technical trail features (TTFs) in Ephraim. Some popular features include: View all technical trail features in Ephraim.
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Are there accessible or adaptive trails in Ephraim?
Yes, there are 10 accessible/adaptive trails in Ephraim. View all adaptive trails in Ephraim for specific accessibility information.
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What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Ephraim?
The most popular mountain biking trails in Ephraim are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by popularity.
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What are the best beginner ride trails in Ephraim?
The best beginner mountain biking trails in Ephraim are:
- Badger Run Trail (3/5)
- Keebler Trail (4.5/5)
- Gravity Trail (4.5/5)
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