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      Hakone trails and routes are listed on Trailforks with interactive trail maps, difficulty ratings, photos, and user-reported trail conditions. Supported activity types include Hiking, Mountain Biking, E-Biking and Trail Running. Scenery includes lakes and ridgelines. Popular destinations include Lake Ashi.
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      Region Status
      Open as of Jul 17, 2026

      Stats

      Trails (view details)
      9
      Trails Mountain Bike
      7
      Trails E-Bike
      7
      Trails Gravel Bike
      1
      Trails Hike
      9
      Trails Trail Running
      7
      Total Distance
      15 miles
      Total Descent Distance
      6 miles
      Total Descent
      3,067 ft
      Total Vertical
      2,671 ft
      Highest Trailhead
      3,776 ft
      Reports
      2
      Photos
      24
      Completed Counter
      117

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      Popular Hakone Mountain Biking Trails

      • 90 ★ 0.0 • 2,054 ft • 29 ft • 10 •
      This is well maintain wide pathway a the east end of the lake
      • 100 ★ 0.0 • 2 miles • 255 ft • 8 •
      Forested trail on the east side of Lake Ashi
      • 75 ★ 0.0 • 1 mile • 186 ft • 3 •
      The northern segments of the Lake Ashi Trail system
      • 5 ★ 0.0 • 4 miles • 968 ft • 2 •
      Ridgeline trail from Mount Nagao north of Lake Ashi. Great views of Lake Ashi and Mount Fuji on clear days. (Note ridge trail continues to the south beyond south point of this mapped section)
      • 5 ★ 0.0 • 3,022 ft • 867 ft • 1 •
      This trail is used to gain acccess to the Mount Nagao ridgeline north of Lake Ashi from the south.
      • 5 ★ 0.0 • 1,719 ft • 0 ft • 1 •
      Trail down to lake. There are section that are in-laid with stones that can be slick.
      • 5 ★ 0.0 • 4 miles • 606 ft • 1 •
      The Lake Ashi trail is much harder on the west side with lots of roots and rock as well as often been on a steep sidehill. While rated as a black diamond there are many sections that are in the "dark blue" region.

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      Hakone Mountain Bike Routes

      Lake Ashi Loop Featured
      12 miles • 1,332 ft • 2 •
      This is a counter-clockwise loop around the lake that uses a combination of pathway local streets and...
      9 miles • 2,394 ft • 4 •
      This point to point route starts with a hike a bike up onto the Ashinoko Skyline trail followed by some...

      Photos of Hakone Mountain Bike

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      Videos of Hakone Mountain Bike

      Mountain Biking Japan's Ashinoko and  Skyline...
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      6:17 | 383 | Aug 10, 2022 , Hakone
      Mountain Biking Japan's Ashinoko and  Skyline...
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      6:17 | 354 | Aug 10, 2022 , Hakone

      Recent Trail Reports

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      Runforcandywishlisttrailactivity #103428674 and 3 more
      Sep 9, 2026 @ 12:14pm
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      Activity Type Stats

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      Mountain Bike713 miles2,972 ft6 miles1,391 ft
      #8,965#131122146
      E-Bike713 miles2,972 ft6 miles1,391 ft
      #1,817#629
      Gravel Bike12,054 ft59 ft1,145 ft36 ft
      Hike915 miles3,068 ft6 miles2,671 ft
      #1,621#5132131
      Trail Running713 miles2,972 ft6 miles1,391 ft
      #2,213#10219

      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ What are the best places to ride in Hakone?
      Hakone has 1 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
      ▼ What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Hakone?
      ▼ Where can I park to ride in Hakone?
      Check the Hakone trail map for trailhead and parking information. Community members regularly update access and parking details for trails in the area.
      ▼ What is the longest trail in Hakone?
      The longest trail in Hakone is West Side Lake Ashi Trail at 4.3 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
      ▼ What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Hakone?
      ▼ How many trails are in Hakone?
      Hakone has a total of 9 trails. Of those, 7 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in Hakone to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
      ▼ Which trail has the most elevation gain in Hakone?
      The trail with the most elevation gain in Hakone is Ashinoko Skyline with 968 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
      ▼ Which trail has the most elevation descent in Hakone?
      The trail with the most elevation descent in Hakone is Ashinoko Skyline with 1,482 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
      ▼ What activities are most popular in Hakone?
      Hakone supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Hiking, Trail Running.
      ▼ What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Hakone?
      The steepest mountain biking trail in Hakone is Mount Nagao Ridge Climb (South) with an average grade of 28.7%. View all trails sorted by grade.
      ▼ Are the trails open in Hakone?
      Out of 2 trails:
      • Clear / Green: 1
      • Minor Issue / Yellow: 1
      View the full trail status page for the latest updates.
      ▼ Can I ride an ebike in Hakone?
      Yes, Hakone 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 Hakone?
      The most popular mountain biking routes in Hakone are: View all mountain biking routes in Hakone.
      ▼ What is the highest summit in Hakone?
      The highest summit in Hakone is 檜洞丸 at 5,236 ft elevation.
      ▼ What are the most popular Strava Segments in Hakone?
      The most popular Strava segments in Hakone are:
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      ▼ What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Hakone?
      ▼ What are the best beginner ride trails in Hakone?
      The best beginner mountain biking trails in Hakone are: View all beginner mountain biking trails in Hakone.
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