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      Region Details
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      Region Status
      Open as of May 30, 2026
      Local Trail Association

      Stats

      Avg Trail Rating
      Trails (view details)
      9
      Trails Mountain Bike
      9
      Trails Gravel Bike
      2
      Trails Adaptive Bike
      2
      Trails Hike
      9
      Trails Trail Running
      9
      Total Distance
      7 miles
      Total Descent
      922 ft
      Total Vertical
      559 ft
      Highest Trailhead
      6,011 ft
      Reports
      365
      Photos
      9
      Completed Counter
      359

      Popular Hogbacks Mountain Biking Trails

      85 4.4 2 miles 381 ft 95
      Popular green difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 14 minutes to complete this trail.
      55 4.0 1 mile 406 ft 31
      Moderately popular black diamond difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions with a 406 ft double black diamond climb. On average it takes 5 minutes to complete this trail.
      35 4.0 1,093 ft 14 ft 31
      Less popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 3 minutes to complete this trail.
      45 4.0 892 ft 0 ft 29
      Moderately popular black diamond difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used downhill primary. On average it takes 2 minutes to complete this trail.
      45 4.0 1 mile 367 ft 9
      Nice bench half way up the ridge. Several punchy ups/downs and a few rock moves to keep you on your toes.
      5 0.0 322 ft 15 ft 8
      Less popular green difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions. On average it takes minutes to complete this trail.

      Recent Ride Log Activity in Region

      Today
      • 1 rides
      Yesterday
      • 0 rides
      Past Week
      • 5 rides

      Hogbacks Mountain Bike Routes

      5 miles 690 ft 10 Loop
      Standard tour of the Hogbacks Trails System.

      Photos of Hogbacks Mountain Bike

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      Sep 27, 2020 @ 9:34pm
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      Sep 27, 2020 @ 9:34pm
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      Sep 27, 2020 @ 9:34pm
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      Sep 27, 2020 @ 9:34pm
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      Jun 26, 2018 @ 9:56am
      Jun 26, 2018
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      45 |
      Jul 26, 2019 @ 7:28pm
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      39 |
      Jul 26, 2019 @ 7:28pm
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      Jul 26, 2019 @ 7:23pm
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      Jul 26, 2019 @ 7:23pm
      Jul 26, 2019

      Videos of Hogbacks Mountain Bike

      Skyline Drive on a Fat Tire
      mtb
      trail: Greenhorn
      18:13 | 227 | Oct 4, 2020 , Cañon City
      Graneros on a Fat Bike
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      trail: Graneros
      8:03 | 356 | Oct 4, 2020 , Cañon City
      Dakota Ridge
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      8:03 | 434 | Sep 27, 2020 , Cañon City

      Recent Trail Reports

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      Greenhorn
      Apr 1, 2026 @ 8:24am (America/Denver)
      Apr 1, 2026
      Idealjetdriverbam
      Stone Quarry Spur II
      Jan 7, 2025 @ 6:35am
      Jan 7, 2025
      Snow Covered 3-5 inches of snowLower-Ark-MBA LAMBA
      Stone Quarry Spur
      Jan 7, 2025 @ 6:35am
      Jan 7, 2025
      Snow Covered 3-5 inches of snowLower-Ark-MBA LAMBA
      Stone Quarry
      Jan 7, 2025 @ 6:35am
      Jan 7, 2025
      Snow Covered 3-5 inches of snowLower-Ark-MBA LAMBA
      Old Skyline Drive
      Jan 7, 2025 @ 6:35am
      Jan 7, 2025
      Snow Covered 3-5 inches of snowLower-Ark-MBA LAMBA
      Graneros
      Jan 7, 2025 @ 6:35am
      Jan 7, 2025
      Snow Covered 3-5 inches of snowLower-Ark-MBA LAMBA
      Fairview Link
      Jan 7, 2025 @ 6:35am
      Jan 7, 2025
      Snow Covered 3-5 inches of snowLower-Ark-MBA LAMBA
      Dakota Ridge
      Jan 7, 2025 @ 6:35am
      Jan 7, 2025
      Snow Covered 3-5 inches of snowLower-Ark-MBA LAMBA

      Activity Feed

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      CFB9YEriddentrailactivity #100432680
      Jul 31, 2026 @ 12:40pm
      Jul 31, 2026
      DiOriopN2ewCvotetrailactivity #97441104 and 2 more
      Jun 20, 2026 @ 4:21pm
      Jun 20, 2026
      DiOriopN2ewCriddentrailactivity #97440889 and 1 more
      Jun 20, 2026 @ 4:17pm
      Jun 20, 2026
      jetdriverbamaddreportactivity #91705785 and 1 more
      Apr 1, 2026 @ 7:24am
      Apr 1, 2026
      jetdriverbamvotetrailactivity #91689277
      Mar 31, 2026 @ 9:15pm
      Mar 31, 2026

      Recent Comments

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      AgirlcyclisttrailDakota RidgeGnarly!
      Sep 27, 2020 @ 9:39pm
      Sep 27, 2020
      drthunder81trailDakota RidgeA legit single black, of the older school,...
      Jun 9, 2020 @ 7:31pm
      Jun 9, 2020
      BustinPtrailGranerosGreat for new and/or young mountain bikers,...
      Jul 19, 2019 @ 10:03am
      Jul 19, 2019
      BustinPtrailDakota RidgeVery technical
      Jul 19, 2019 @ 10:02am
      Jul 19, 2019

      Nearby Areas

      namedistance
      Royal Gorge Park 7 17 6 23.3 km
      South Cañon 8 12 13.7 km
      Oil Well Flats 3 5 15.4 km
      Wet Mountains 1 3 17.3 km
      Red Canyon Park 28.8 km

      Activity Type Stats

      activitytypetrailsdistancedescentdescent distancetotal verticalratingglobal rankstate rankphotosreportsroutesactivity logs
      Mountain Bike97 miles922 ft3 miles558 ft
      #10,418#4,113936511,702
      Gravel Bike22 miles148 ft3,041 ft374 ft
      #8,075#3,39311416
      Adaptive Bike22 miles148 ft3,041 ft374 ft
      #8,079#3,389114
      Hike97 miles922 ft3 miles558 ft
      #15,515#6,902362110
      Trail Running97 miles922 ft3 miles558 ft
      #14,329#5,988362103

      Frequently Asked Questions

      What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Hogbacks?
      The highest rated mountain biking trails in Hogbacks are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by rating.
      What is the best time of the year to ride in Hogbacks?
      Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride in Hogbacks are:
      • September (39 activities)
      • August (36 activities)
      • March (24 activities)
      Check the Hogbacks reports page for current trail conditions, recent trail reports, and seasonal information from the local community.
      Where can I park to ride in Hogbacks?
      There are 3 parking locations listed in Hogbacks. The most popular parking spots are: View all parking and trailhead locations on the map to plan your visit.
      What is the longest trail in Hogbacks?
      The longest trail in Hogbacks is Graneros at 1.9 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
      How many trails are in Hogbacks?
      Hogbacks has a total of 9 trails. Browse top mountain biking trails in Hogbacks to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
      Which trail has the most elevation gain in Hogbacks?
      The trail with the most elevation gain in Hogbacks is Dakota Ridge with 406 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
      Which trail has the most elevation descent in Hogbacks?
      The trail with the most elevation descent in Hogbacks is Graneros with 240 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
      What activities are most popular in Hogbacks?
      Hogbacks supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, Hiking, Trail Running.
      What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Hogbacks?
      The steepest mountain biking trail in Hogbacks is Fairview Link with an average grade of 4.6%. View all trails sorted by grade.
      Are the trails open in Hogbacks?
      The overall region status for Hogbacks is Clear / Green. Out of 8 trails:
      • Clear / Green: 8
      View the full trail status page for the latest updates.
      What are the most popular mountain biking routes in Hogbacks?
      The most popular mountain biking routes in Hogbacks are: View all mountain biking routes in Hogbacks.
      What type of bike is most common in Hogbacks?
      Based on activity log data, the most common bike types used in Hogbacks are:
      • AM (59 activities)
      Check the Hogbacks activity logs for more details.
      What are the most popular Strava Segments in Hogbacks?
      The most popular Strava segments in Hogbacks are:
      • Graneros lower (N to S) (344 athletes)
      • Graneros Start (320 athletes)
      • The Get Up (183 athletes)
      View all Strava segments in Hogbacks.
      What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Hogbacks?
      What are the best beginner ride trails in Hogbacks?
      The best beginner mountain biking trails in Hogbacks are: View all beginner mountain biking trails in Hogbacks.
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