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SaveThe Grants area encompasses the Mt. Taylor, Zuni Mountains and El Malpais riding areas.
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- Mountain Bike
50 trails
- E-Bike
44 trails
- Gravel Bike
16 trails
- Adaptive Bike
0 trails
- Winter Fat Bike
0 trails
- Horse
19 trails
- Hike
63 trails
- Trail Running
61 trails
- Dirtbike/Moto
3 trails
- ATV/ORV/OHV
4 trails
- Snowmobile
0 trails
- Snowshoe
0 trails
- Backcountry Ski
0 trails
- Nordic Ski
0 trails
Region Details
- 28
- 7
- 12
- 3
Region Status
Caution as of Mar 14, 2026
Stats
- Avg Trail Rating
- Trails (view details)
- 63
- Trails Mountain Bike
- 50
- Trails E-Bike
- 44
- Trails Gravel Bike
- 16
- Trails Horse
- 19
- Trails Hike
- 63
- Trails Trail Running
- 61
- Trails Dirtbike/Moto
- 3
- Trails ATV/ORV/OHV
- 4
- Total Distance
- 281 miles
- Total Descent Distance
- 116 miles
- Total Descent
- 21,024 ft
- Total Vertical
- 4,792 ft
- Highest Trailhead
- 11,292 ft
- Reports
- 26
- Photos
- 76
- Completed Counter
- 619
Sub Regions
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El Malpais National Conservation Area
- 2
- 4
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Lobo Canyon Trails
- 4
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Quartz Hill
- 1
- 4
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San Mateo Mountains (Mount Taylor / CDT)
- 3
- 3
Popular Grants Mountain Biking Trails
• 100 ★ 3.4 • 7 miles • 585 ft • 38 •
Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 46 minutes to complete this trail.
• 95 ★ 4.2 • 6 miles • 416 ft • 31 •
Popular green difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used downhill only. On average it takes 41 minutes to complete this trail.
• 100 ★ 3.7 • 6 miles • 577 ft • 26 •
Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 55 minutes to complete this trail.
• 70 ★ 3.5 • 3 miles • 14 ft • 17 •
Trail descends from the summit of Mount Taylor. Starts out with spectacular views over a loose and rocky trail that soon becomes seriously rutted before heading into the tress for a fun run. Watch out for the gate! Links back to the FR...
• 70 ★ 3.0 • 1,811 ft • 312 ft • 16 •
Single track climb to the summit of Mount Taylor. Steep and unrideable in some places.
• 55 ★ 2.0 • 11 miles • 109 ft • 11 •
Moderately popular blue difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions and has a moderate overall physical rating with a 109 ft blue climb. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 1 hour39 minutes to complete this trail.
• 90 ★ 5.0 • 3 miles • 90 ft • 8 •
Recently constructed and opened in summer of 2025, this trail is fun and flowy with a few punchy climbs.
• 100 ★ 0.0 • 7 miles • 721 ft • 8 •
Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used downhill only. On average it takes 1 hour35 minutes to complete this trail.
Photos of Grants Mountain Bike
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Recent Trail Reports
| status | trail | date | condition | info | user |
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| Cinder Cone | Mar 14, 2026 @ 4:18pm (America/Denver) Mar 14, 2026 | Ideal | Bmxbikemike | ||
| Capulin Canyon | Mar 14, 2026 @ 4:18pm (America/Denver) Mar 14, 2026 | Ideal | Bmxbikemike | ||
| CDT (Cibola NM 21) | Sep 16, 2025 @ 9:12am (America/Denver) Sep 16, 2025 | Unknown | markegge | ||
| Chain of Craters Backcountry Byway 2 | Aug 24, 2025 @ 9:01am Aug 24, 2025 | Ideal | FattieMcFat MFBS | ||
| CDT (Chain of Craters 3) | Aug 24, 2025 @ 9:02am Aug 24, 2025 | Ideal | TerraFormer MFBS | ||
| Slow Yer Roll | Jul 9, 2025 @ 12:52pm Jul 9, 2025 | Ideal | Bmxbikemike | ||
| Life on the Edge | Dec 27, 2020 @ 11:36am Dec 27, 2020 | Prevalent Mud | Mathematicus |
National Scenic Trails & Official Routes
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Continental Divide Trail
- Mountain Bike
- Hike
- Trail Running
Activity Feed
| username | action | type | title | date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tayzak64 | wishlist | region | activity #105845199 | Oct 13, 2026 @ 6:53pm Oct 13, 2026 |
| Daniel26I3l9 | wishlist | region | activity #101939581 | Aug 20, 2026 @ 1:31pm Aug 20, 2026 |
| crottesen | wishlist | trail | activity #96606289 | Jun 9, 2026 @ 8:03am Jun 9, 2026 |
| WillieJacobsz | update | directory | activity #96297246 | Jun 5, 2026 @ 8:13am Jun 5, 2026 |
| wcR06U | wishlist | trail | activity #95022109 | May 18, 2026 @ 10:49pm May 18, 2026 |
Recent Comments
| username | type | title | comment | date |
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| trail | What a gem!! We were traveling from El Malpais... | Apr 13, 2025 @ 2:24pm Apr 13, 2025 | ||
| trail | Rode July 2, 2022. Lucky to meet Cibola Trail... | Jul 3, 2022 @ 7:21pm Jul 3, 2022 |
Local Badges
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Descent 100k Badge0 awarded -
Epic Mountain Bike Climb 2k12 awarded -
Climbing 10k Badge0 awarded -
Mountain Biking 100k Badge0 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 | 50 | 268 miles | 19,902 ft | 111 miles | 4,793 ft | #1,438 | #13 | 73 | 26 | 672 | ||
| E-Bike | 44 | 238 miles | 17,444 ft | 100 miles | 4,793 ft | #753 | #13 | 16 | 13 | |||
| Gravel Bike | 16 | 139 miles | 6,913 ft | 55 miles | 4,465 ft | #674 | #4 | 1 | 33 | |||
| Horse | 19 | 123 miles | 9,724 ft | 42 miles | 4,088 ft | #526 | #15 | 5 | ||||
| Hike | 63 | 281 miles | 21,024 ft | 116 miles | 4,793 ft | #459 | #7 | 3 | 26 | 351 | ||
| Trail Running | 61 | 280 miles | 20,945 ft | 116 miles | 4,793 ft | #620 | #7 | 26 | 34 | |||
| Dirtbike/Moto | 3 | 71 miles | 1,555 ft | 25 miles | 1,302 ft | #688 | #7 | 1 | 1 | |||
| ATV/ORV/OHV | 4 | 72 miles | 1,640 ft | 26 miles | 1,302 ft | #470 | #5 | 1 | 6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the best places to ride in Grants?
Grants has 5 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
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What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Grants?
The highest rated mountain biking trails in Grants are:
- Capulin Canyon (4/5)
- Slow Yer Roll (3.9/5)
- Gooseberry climb (3.8/5)
- Gooseberry Spring Trail (3.8/5)
- Cinder Cone (3.8/5)
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What is the best time of the year to ride in Grants?
Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride in Grants are:
- July (20 activities)
- June (19 activities)
- May (18 activities)
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Where can I park to ride in Grants?
There are 14 parking locations listed in Grants. 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 Grants?
The longest trail in Grants is CDT (Chain of Craters 1) at 10.8 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
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What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Grants?
The best hiking trails in Grants are:
- Gooseberry Spring Trail
- Bandera Volcano Ice Cave
- La Ventana Arch
- Bandera Volcano Loop
- Big Tubes Trail
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What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Grants?
The best trail running trails in Grants are: View all trail running trails sorted by popularity score.
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How many trails are in Grants?
Grants has a total of 63 trails. Of those, 50 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in Grants to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
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Which trail has the most elevation gain in Grants?
The trail with the most elevation gain in Grants is CDT (NM Sec 21.1) with 1,612 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
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Which trail has the most elevation descent in Grants?
The trail with the most elevation descent in Grants is CDT (NM Sec 21.1) with 2,146 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
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What activities are most popular in Grants?
Grants supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Gravel Biking, Adaptive Biking, Winter Fat Biking, Horseback, Hiking, Trail Running, Dirtbiking, ATVing/Offroading, Snowmobiling, Snowshoeing, Backcountry Skiing, Nordic Skiing.
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What bike services are there in Grants?
The following bike services are available in Grants:
- Trail Association (1)
- Land Managers (1)
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What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Grants?
The steepest mountain biking trail in Grants is Gooseberry climb with an average grade of 17.2%. View all trails sorted by grade.
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Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Grants?
Yes, there are 2 scenic viewpoints marked along trails in Grants. 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 Grants?
The overall region status for Grants is Minor Issue / Yellow. Out of 9 trails:
- Clear / Green: 5
- Minor Issue / Yellow: 2
- Significant Issue / Amber: 2
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Can I ride an ebike in Grants?
Yes, Grants supports e-bike riding. There are 25 trails in Grants that allow e-bikes. Check the e-bike trails listing for specific trail access details and any local regulations.
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What type of bike is most common in Grants?
Based on activity log data, the most common bike types used in Grants are:
- XC (15 activities)
- AM (8 activities)
- Fat (2 activities)
- RD (1 activities)
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What is the highest summit in Grants?
The highest summit in Grants is Mount Taylor at 11,302 ft elevation.
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What are the top sights to see in Grants?
There are 4 notable sights in Grants. Some of the top sights include: Explore all points of interest in Grants.
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What are the most popular Strava Segments in Grants?
The most popular Strava segments in Grants are:
- Tsoodził DH (actual) (74 athletes)
- Forest Service 453 Road Climb (72 athletes)
- Continental Divide Trail Climb (70 athletes)
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Are there accessible or adaptive trails in Grants?
Grants supports adaptive biking as an activity type, but individual trail accessibility details may vary. View all adaptive trails in Grants for specific accessibility information.
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Are there local clubs or events in Grants?
There are 1 local clubs or associations listed in the Grants directory. Browse the local directory for details.
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What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Grants?
The most popular mountain biking trails in Grants are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by popularity.
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What are the best beginner ride trails in Grants?
The best beginner mountain biking trails in Grants are:
- Capulin Canyon (4.2/5)
- Campground Connector (0/5)
- Coal Mine Campground Loop (0/5)
Activities
Trails
Points of Interest
- Information Kiosk
- La Ventana Natural Bridge Sight
- La Ventana Arch Viewpoint
- La Ventana Arch View from Rim Viewpoint
- Lava Bridge Sight
- Big Skylight Cave Sight
- Bandera Volcano Ice Cave Sight
- Mount Taylor Summit
- Coal Mine Camp Ground Camping
- Mount Sedgwick - 9249ft Summit
- Mount Taylor (11,302 ft)
- Cerro Pelon (10,026 ft)
- Cerro Osha (9,672 ft)
- By todd
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