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SaveForesthill trails and routes are listed on Trailforks with interactive trail maps, difficulty ratings, photos, and user-reported trail conditions. Supported activity types include Hiking, Trail Running, Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Dirtbiking, ATVing/Offroading and Horseback. Trails here are often flowy. Common trail features include berms and rock gardens. Popular destinations include Foresthill OHV Area and NFA Upper Gorge.
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- Mountain Bike
41 trails
- E-Bike
35 trails
- Horse
6 trails
- Hike
45 trails
- Trail Running
45 trails
- Dirtbike/Moto
35 trails
- ATV/ORV/OHV
12 trails
Region Details
- 12
- 3
- 16
- 10
Region Status
Open as of Oct 2, 2026Stats
- Avg Trail Rating
- Trails (view details)
- 45
- Trails Mountain Bike
- 41
- Trails E-Bike
- 35
- Trails Gravel Bike
- 13
- Trails Winter Fat Bike
- 4
- Trails Horse
- 6
- Trails Hike
- 45
- Trails Trail Running
- 45
- Trails Dirtbike/Moto
- 35
- Trails Observed Trials
- 1
- Trails ATV/ORV/OHV
- 12
- Trails Snowmobile
- 1
- Total Distance
- 128 miles
- Total Descent Distance
- 59 miles
- Total Descent
- 28,637 ft
- Total Vertical
- 3,845 ft
- Highest Trailhead
- 5,640 ft
- Reports
- 48
- Photos
- 21
- Completed Counter
- 1,165
Sub Regions
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Foresthill OHV Area
- 3
- 12
- 8
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NFA Upper Gorge
- 3
- 1
Popular Foresthill Mountain Biking Trails
• 5 ★ 4.5 • 3 miles • 2 ft • 19 •
Fast rugged trail with some exposure that plummets from the old Deadwood cemetery down to El Dorado Creek.
• 35 ★ 5.0 • 2 miles • 304 ft • 17 • • moto
Part of the Foresthill OHV trail network and managed by the US Forest Service this trail is a technical downhill with loose rocks and ruts. Mostly traveled by motorcycles, stay aware of other users. This is two way single track. Trail...
• 90 ★ 3.4 • 9 miles • 1,045 ft • 15 • • moto
Popular black diamond difficulty singletrack. This dirtbike/moto primary trail can be used both directions and has a hard overall physical rating with a 1,045 ft black diamond climb. It features drop, rock garden and roller coaster. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 1 hour6 minutes to complete this trail.
• 90 ★ 0.0 • 1 mile • 163 ft • 11 • • moto
Popular black diamond difficulty singletrack. This dirtbike/moto primary trail can be used both directions and has a hard overall physical rating with a 163 ft black diamond climb. On average it takes 9 minutes to complete this trail.
• 50 ★ 0.0 • 2 miles • 202 ft • 11 •
Moderately popular blue difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 9 minutes to complete this trail.
• 65 ★ 0.0 • 15 miles • 3,985 ft • 11 • • moto
Moderately popular black diamond difficulty singletrack. This dirtbike/moto primary trail can be used both directions and has a hard overall physical rating with a 3,985 ft black diamond climb. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 3 hours6 minutes to complete this trail.
• 5 ★ 0.0 • 1 mile • 265 ft • 10 • • moto
Less popular blue difficulty singletrack. This dirtbike/moto primary trail can be used both directions and has a moderate overall physical rating with a 265 ft blue climb. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 5 minutes to complete this trail.
• 75 ★ 0.0 • 2 miles • 344 ft • 9 • • moto
Great trail for practicing small jumps / beginner, some sharp rocks to be careful of, very easy trail.
Photos of Foresthill Mountain Bike
Videos of Foresthill Mountain Bike
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10:38 |
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Jul 4, 2021
Current Trail Warnings
| status | trail | date | condition | user | info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trail 7 | Sep 17, 2026 @ 11:12pm (America/Vancouver) Sep 17, 2026 | Unknown | rstar | Dirtbike/Moto Many big trees have fallen blocking this... | |
| Trail 7 | Sep 17, 2026 @ 11:10pm (America/Vancouver) Sep 17, 2026 | Unknown | rstar | Dirtbike/Moto Lots of big trees are down blocking the... |
Recent Trail Reports
| status | trail | date | condition | info | user |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Foresthill OHV Trail 5 Loop | Oct 2, 2026 @ 9:36pm (America/Los_Angeles) Oct 2, 2026 | Very Dry | sguzman82 | ||
| Trail 3 Connector | Sep 17, 2026 @ 11:22pm (America/Vancouver) Sep 17, 2026 | Dry | rstar | ||
| Tie 3-5 | Sep 17, 2026 @ 11:20pm (America/Vancouver) Sep 17, 2026 | Variable | rstar | ||
| Trail #2 | Sep 17, 2026 @ 11:16pm (America/Vancouver) Sep 17, 2026 | Dry | rstar | ||
| Trail #1 | Sep 17, 2026 @ 11:07pm (America/Vancouver) Sep 17, 2026 | Ideal | rstar | ||
| Western States - Deadwood to El Dorado Canyon | Jan 18, 2026 @ 8:50pm (America/Los_Angeles) Jan 18, 2026 | Ideal | dougktm | ||
| Loop 6 | Jan 18, 2026 @ 7:30pm (America/Los_Angeles) Jan 18, 2026 | Variable | dougktm | ||
| Foresthill Loop 5 Access rail | May 16, 2025 @ 4:57pm May 16, 2025 | Unknown | markholloway Trailforks | ||
| Trail 5 (Segment 2) | May 16, 2025 @ 4:02pm May 16, 2025 | Unknown | markholloway Trailforks | ||
| Trail 5 (11E45) | May 16, 2025 @ 4:02pm May 16, 2025 | Unknown | markholloway Trailforks |
Activity Feed
| username | action | type | title | date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| connorhmeans | comment | trail | activity #105827821 | Oct 13, 2026 @ 1:43pm 2 days |
| sguzman82 | add | report | activity #105080666 | Oct 2, 2026 @ 9:37pm Oct 2, 2026 |
| TedpdHrwg | wishlist | region | activity #104810771 | Sep 28, 2026 @ 4:49pm Sep 28, 2026 |
| rstar | checkin | trail | activity #104029870 and 5 more | Sep 17, 2026 @ 11:07pm Sep 17, 2026 |
| rstar | add | report | activity #104029869 and 5 more | Sep 17, 2026 @ 11:07pm Sep 17, 2026 |
Recent Comments
| username | type | title | comment | date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| trail | big NO on a bike... for fun at least | Oct 13, 2026 @ 1:43pm 2 days | ||
| trail | Road it on a Husq 350 Saturday. Only 1 easy... | Apr 8, 2026 @ 1:57pm Apr 8, 2026 | ||
| trail | Would be a brutal hike out on a mountain bike | Sep 15, 2022 @ 3:15pm Sep 15, 2022 | ||
| trail | Trail 5 is definitely an expert trail. For... | May 21, 2022 @ 10:32pm May 21, 2022 | ||
| trail | Nevermind, wrong segment, this trail is still... | May 21, 2022 @ 10:30pm May 21, 2022 |
Local Badges
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Completionist0 awarded -
10 Blue Trails1 awarded -
Epic Mountain Bike Climb 2k55 awarded -
Climbing 10k Badge4 awarded -
Mountain Biking 100k Badge0 awarded -
Epic Ride Descent 2k55 awarded
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 | 41 | 123 miles | 28,091 ft | 58 miles | 3,845 ft | #2,429 | #104 | 11 | 48 | 455 | ||
| E-Bike | 35 | 99 miles | 19,019 ft | 44 miles | 2,861 ft | #2,271 | #102 | 42 | 150 | |||
| Gravel Bike | 13 | 26 miles | 3,140 ft | 12 miles | 1,604 ft | 1 | 12 | |||||
| Winter Fat Bike | 4 | 9 miles | 2,598 ft | 5 miles | 2,238 ft | |||||||
| Horse | 6 | 14 miles | 3,875 ft | 7 miles | 2,379 ft | #2,461 | #176 | 7 | 1 | |||
| Hike | 45 | 128 miles | 28,635 ft | 59 miles | 3,845 ft | #2,291 | #124 | 47 | 68 | |||
| Trail Running | 45 | 128 miles | 28,635 ft | 59 miles | 3,845 ft | #1,853 | #84 | 47 | 78 | |||
| Dirtbike/Moto | 35 | 100 miles | 18,888 ft | 44 miles | 2,861 ft | #79 | #6 | 10 | 43 | 102 | ||
| Observed Trials | 1 | 1,434 ft | 13 ft | 328 ft | 43 ft | 31 | ||||||
| ATV/ORV/OHV | 12 | 31 miles | 6,253 ft | 17 miles | 2,444 ft | #694 | #30 | 39 | 7 | |||
| Snowmobile | 1 | 1,434 ft | 13 ft | 328 ft | 43 ft | 30 |
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the best places to ride in Foresthill?
Foresthill 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 Foresthill?
The highest rated mountain biking trails in Foresthill are:
- Trail #1 Connector (4.1/5)
- Tie 5-6 (4.1/5)
- Trail 4 (4.1/5)
- Western States - Deadwood to El Dorado Canyon (4.1/5)
- Foresthill OHV Trail 5 Loop (3.6/5)
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Where can I park to ride in Foresthill?
There are 3 parking locations listed in Foresthill. 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 Foresthill?
The longest trail in Foresthill is Loop 6 at 15.2 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
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What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Foresthill?
The best hiking trails in Foresthill are:
- Placer Grove Trail
- Placer Grove Trail
- Western States Trail (Last Chance to Deadwood)
- Trail #4
- Trail #1 Connector
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What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Foresthill?
The best trail running trails in Foresthill are:
- Western States Trail (Last Chance to Deadwood)
- Foresthill Loop 5 Access rail
- Bald Mt. Road
- Trail #4
- Trail #4
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What are the best & highest rated dirtbiking trails in Foresthill?
The best dirtbiking trails in Foresthill are: View all dirtbiking trails sorted by popularity score.
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How many trails are in Foresthill?
Foresthill has a total of 45 trails. Of those, 41 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in Foresthill to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
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Which trail has the most elevation gain in Foresthill?
The trail with the most elevation gain in Foresthill is Loop 6 with 3,985 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
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Which trail has the most elevation descent in Foresthill?
The trail with the most elevation descent in Foresthill is Loop 6 with 4,150 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
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What activities are most popular in Foresthill?
Foresthill supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Horseback, Hiking, Trail Running, Dirtbiking, ATVing/Offroading.
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What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Foresthill?
The steepest mountain biking trail in Foresthill is Euchre Bar Trail with an average grade of 7.3%. View all trails sorted by grade.
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Are the trails open in Foresthill?
The overall region status for Foresthill is Clear / Green. Out of 30 trails:
- Clear / Green: 26
- Minor Issue / Yellow: 1
- Significant Issue / Amber: 3
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Can I ride an ebike in Foresthill?
Yes, Foresthill supports e-bike riding. There are 30 trails in Foresthill that allow e-bikes. Check the e-bike trails listing for specific trail access details and any local regulations.
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What is the highest summit in Foresthill?
The highest summit in Foresthill is Whisky Hill at 5,827 ft elevation.
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What are the most popular Strava Segments in Foresthill?
The most popular Strava segments in Foresthill are:
- Finning Mill Road (777 athletes)
- East Side Descent- Deadwood to El Dorado Creek (223 athletes)
- TS100 - Second Crazy Canyon Drop (204 athletes)
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What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Foresthill?
The most popular mountain biking trails in Foresthill are:
- Western States - Deadwood to El Dorado Canyon
- Trail #1 Connector
- Tie 5-6
- Trail 4
- Foresthill OHV Trail 5 Loop
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What are the best beginner ride trails in Foresthill?
The best beginner mountain biking trails in Foresthill are:
- Trail #1 Connector (5/5)
- Trail #4 (0/5)
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