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      Ephrata trails and routes are listed on Trailforks with interactive trail maps, difficulty ratings, photos, and user-reported trail conditions. Supported activity types include Mountain Biking, Hiking, Trail Running, Gravel Biking, Adaptive Biking, E-Biking and Horseback. Popular destinations include Beezley Hill.
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      Region Status
      Open as of Mar 23, 2026
      Local Trail Association

      Stats

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      Trails (view details)
      40
      Trails Mountain Bike
      40
      Trails E-Bike
      1
      Trails Gravel Bike
      3
      Trails Adaptive Bike
      3
      Trails Horse
      1
      Trails Hike
      37
      Trails Trail Running
      37
      Total Distance
      29 miles
      Total Descent
      7,187 ft
      Total Vertical
      1,001 ft
      Highest Trailhead
      2,304 ft
      Reports
      250
      Photos
      67
      Completed Counter
      4,490
      Sub Regions

      Popular Ephrata Mountain Biking Trails

      100 3.5 3,965 ft 31 ft 252
      A nice cross-country style trail that meanders down to the backside of the Detention Center. Be prepared for a small rocky section with a medium rock to jump over or roll over depending on skill.
      90 4.6 2 miles 3 ft 233
      A destination trail in the Beezley Hill trail system. Access via the long gravel grind up the or ride up Lazy Boy (The couch) and connect into / / .
      65 4.0 1,937 ft 131 ft 209
      Moderately popular green difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used downhill primary and has a easy overall physical rating with a 131 ft green climb. On average it takes 4 minutes to complete this trail.
      95 4.2 2,888 ft 16 ft 204
      Highly rated popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions and has a moderate overall physical rating with a 16 ft blue climb. On average it takes 3 minutes to complete this trail.
      95 3.0 1,448 ft 30 ft 201
      Popular green difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions and has a easy overall physical rating with a 30 ft green climb. On average it takes 2 minutes to complete this trail.
      80 1.7 4,480 ft 106 ft 192
      Popular green difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used downhill primary and has a easy overall physical rating with a 106 ft green climb. On average it takes 6 minutes to complete this trail.
      80 5.0 1,503 ft 0 ft 192
      Maybe it's just me but I think could be the most fun 1500' section of trail ever! It climbs well, descends better, and the faster you go the harder it pushes back! Figure out ways to work this section in to every ride 1x or 2x or more!
      90 2.7 2,438 ft 5 ft 158
      A nice blue xc trail. Works in either direction but best as an exit route at the detention center as that's the direction for the drop. b>Just beware of cyclists traveling in both directions./b> The drop is signed with a small...

      Recent Ride Log Activity in Region

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      Past Week
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      Ephrata Mountain Bike Routes

      8 miles 957 ft 8
      Beezley Dirt Abides Novice Race 2025
      8 miles 957 ft 8 Loop
      Beezley Burn 2025 Sport Race Course

      Photos of Ephrata Mountain Bike

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      Videos of Ephrata Mountain Bike

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      clips from the stranger
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      trail: Jalapeno
      0:53 | 210 | Jun 10, 2015
      Darryl's Trail - Beezley Hill - Ephrata,...
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      10:07 | 255 | Aug 20, 2024 , Ephrata
      The Couch - Beezley Hill - Ephrata, Washington...
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      trail: The Couch
      9:46 | 235 | Aug 20, 2024 , Ephrata
      Biking 'The Stranger' with Ian Morgan
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      trail: Jalapeno
      0:13 | 797 | Aug 11, 2011
      Rainier Alt Line (mute for no music)
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      7:04 | 265 | Jan 22, 2023 , Ephrata
      Watch out for the brush! Rainier Trail //...
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      7:59 | 419 | Mar 23, 2021 , Ephrata

      Recent Trail Reports

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      Recent Comments

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      1385lookouttrailShortness Of Breath (SOB)If Rainier is considered a black trail,...
      Jun 14, 2026 @ 11:06am
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      bizango-xtrailShortness Of Breath (SOB)Finally found this trail. It was better than I...
      Mar 22, 2026 @ 9:34pm
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      i-g-o-rreportEarly SpringLooks like we went up a different trail...
      Dec 6, 2025 @ 7:30pm
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      rotoroostertrailChokecherryI didn't like this as a climb. First half was...
      Oct 10, 2025 @ 12:55pm
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      rotoroostertrailEarly SpringMe from the future, the answer is an emphatic...
      Oct 10, 2025 @ 12:53pm
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      Activity Type Stats

      activitytypetrailsdistancedescentdescent distancetotal verticalratingglobal rankstate rankphotosreportsroutesactivity logs
      Mountain Bike4029 miles7,188 ft16 miles1,001 ft
      #3,371#1,1666425023,446
      E-Bike13,740 ft407 ft3,740 ft407 ft
      #9,015#2,742120153
      Gravel Bike35 miles226 ft4,882 ft978 ft
      #3,006#1,0531313
      Adaptive Bike35 miles226 ft4,882 ft978 ft
      #4,796#1,22413
      Horse13,740 ft407 ft3,740 ft407 ft
      #3,065#1,653362
      Hike3726 miles5,899 ft13 miles1,001 ft
      #6,672#2,326199178
      Trail Running3726 miles5,899 ft13 miles1,001 ft
      #6,102#1,961319981

      Frequently Asked Questions

      What are the best places to ride in Ephrata?
      Ephrata has 1 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
      What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Ephrata?
      The highest rated mountain biking trails in Ephrata are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by rating.
      Where can I park to ride in Ephrata?
      There are 2 parking locations listed in Ephrata. The most popular parking spots are:
      What is the longest trail in Ephrata?
      The longest trail in Ephrata is The Couch at 2.0 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
      How many trails are in Ephrata?
      Ephrata has a total of 40 trails. Browse top mountain biking trails in Ephrata to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
      Which trail has the most elevation gain in Ephrata?
      The trail with the most elevation gain in Ephrata is Jeep Trail with 309 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
      Which trail has the most elevation descent in Ephrata?
      The trail with the most elevation descent in Ephrata is The Couch with 925 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
      What activities are most popular in Ephrata?
      Ephrata supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Gravel Biking, Adaptive Biking, Horseback, Hiking, Trail Running, Dirtbiking, ATVing/Offroading.
      What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Ephrata?
      The steepest mountain biking trail in Ephrata is Jeep Trail with an average grade of 8.8%. View all trails sorted by grade.
      Are the trails open in Ephrata?
      The overall region status for Ephrata is Clear / Green. Out of 35 trails:
      • Clear / Green: 34
      • Minor Issue / Yellow: 1
      View the full trail status page for the latest updates.
      Can I ride an ebike in Ephrata?
      Yes, Ephrata 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 Ephrata?
      The most popular mountain biking routes in Ephrata are: View all mountain biking routes in Ephrata.
      What is the highest summit in Ephrata?
      The highest summit in Ephrata is Monument Hill at 2,884 ft elevation.
      What are the most popular Strava Segments in Ephrata?
      The most popular Strava segments in Ephrata are:
      • Tanya's Leg Up (673 athletes)
      • Down Shucks (661 athletes)
      • Tre Hoes (648 athletes)
      View all Strava segments in Ephrata.
      Are there accessible or adaptive trails in Ephrata?
      Yes, there are 3 accessible/adaptive trails in Ephrata. View all adaptive trails in Ephrata for specific accessibility information.
      What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Ephrata?
      What are the best beginner ride trails in Ephrata?
      The best beginner mountain biking trails in Ephrata are: View all beginner mountain biking trails in Ephrata.
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