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      Lead 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, Nordic Skiing, Mountain Biking and Snowshoeing. Scenery includes meadows, waterfalls and views. Popular destinations include Lead, Eagle Cliff Trails and Roughlock Falls Nature Area.
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      Region Details
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      Region Status
      Open as of Sep 30, 2026
      Local Trail Association

      Stats

      Avg Trail Rating
      Trails (view details)
      24
      Trails Mountain Bike
      18
      Trails Gravel Bike
      5
      Trails Hike
      23
      Trails Trail Running
      23
      Trails Snowmobile
      3
      Trails Snowshoe
      12
      Trails Nordic Ski
      19
      Total Distance
      26 miles
      Total Descent
      2,371 ft
      Total Vertical
      1,577 ft
      Highest Trailhead
      6,480 ft
      Reports
      17
      Photos
      15
      Completed Counter
      159
      Sub Regions

      Popular Lead Mountain Biking Trails

      • 5 ★ 1.0 • 3,961 ft • 240 ft • 12 • • skixc
      Less popular black diamond difficulty singletrack. This nordic ski primary trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 12 minutes to complete this trail.
      • 90 ★ 1.0 • 1,791 ft • 0 ft • 9 • • skixc
      Popular green difficulty doubletrack. This nordic ski primary trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 1 minutes to complete this trail.
      • 85 ★ 1.0 • 2,064 ft • 195 ft • 7 • • skixc
      Popular black diamond difficulty singletrack. This nordic ski primary trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 8 minutes to complete this trail.
      • 5 ★ 3.0 • 3 miles • 452 ft • 7 • • skixc
      Less popular green difficulty doubletrack. This nordic ski primary trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 20 minutes to complete this trail.
      • 5 ★ 0.0 • 1 mile • 200 ft • 5 • • skixc
      Less popular green difficulty ski run (off-piste). This nordic ski primary trail can be used both directions.
      • 5 ★ 1.0 • 2 miles • 141 ft • 4 • • skixc
      Less popular green difficulty doubletrack. This nordic ski primary trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 16 minutes to complete this trail.
      • 5 ★ 3.0 • 869 ft • 102 ft • 3 • • skixc
      Less popular black diamond difficulty ski run (off-piste). This nordic ski primary trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 2 minutes to complete this trail.
      • 5 ★ 1.0 • 1 mile • 132 ft • 2 • • skixc
      Less popular green difficulty doubletrack. This nordic ski primary trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 27 minutes to complete this trail.

      Recent Ride Log Activity in Region

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      Lead Mountain Bike Routes

      8 miles • 1,085 ft • 14 •
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      ★ 3.0 • 23 miles • 2,123 ft • 0 • Loop • Race •
      The trail starts in Lead on the new Homestake Trail, then down into Deadwood on the Mickelson Trail....

      Photos of Lead Mountain Bike

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      Sep 15, 2009 @ 7:20am
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      Sep 15, 2009 @ 7:19am
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      Sep 15, 2009 @ 7:20am
      Sep 15, 2009
      skixc
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      Mar 22, 2023 @ 10:02pm
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      Mar 22, 2023 @ 10:02pm
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      Mar 22, 2023 @ 10:02pm
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      Jan 22, 2023 @ 4:49pm
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      Jan 22, 2023 @ 4:48pm
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      Jan 22, 2023 @ 4:48pm
      Jan 22, 2023

      Recent Trail Reports

      statustraildateconditioninfouser
      Intake Meadow Trail
      May 3, 2025 @ 4:14pm
      May 3, 2025
      DryLoads of big downfall Not passableutzxmas
      Rolling Ox
      Jun 28, 2022 @ 9:40am
      Jun 28, 2022
      IdealTrail Running Shadow-fax
      TCF Singletrack
      Sep 16, 2021 @ 4:26pm
      Sep 16, 2021
      Unknown DNR and TNC lands have reopened. It is...AlpineAndrea EMBA-KC
      Lily Park
      Jul 25, 2020 @ 7:30am
      Jul 25, 2020
      DryTrail is grassed over on south end. Down...woodtroll BentSprockets
      Hidden Basin
      Jul 25, 2020 @ 7:30am
      Jul 25, 2020
      DryCan see the trail in the grasswoodtroll BentSprockets

      Activity Feed

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      TiffanyRQsbi8wishlisttrailactivity #98588271 and 1 more
      Jul 6, 2026 @ 11:24am
      Jul 6, 2026
      zachgrapewishlistrouteactivity #88903015
      Feb 14, 2026 @ 11:27am
      Feb 14, 2026
      JosephAZX1kGriddentrailactivity #76643281
      Jul 24, 2025 @ 8:15pm
      Jul 24, 2025
      utzxmasaddreportactivity #70943830
      May 3, 2025 @ 4:14pm
      May 3, 2025
      Heathscliffupdateregionactivity #67531805
      Mar 10, 2025 @ 9:58am
      Mar 10, 2025

      Recent Comments

      usernametypetitlecommentdate
      woodtrolltrailHollowTrail is not where trail fork shows it. Pretty...
      Jul 25, 2020 @ 4:07pm
      Jul 25, 2020
      woodtrolltrailLost RunTrail is not quite the same as line on trail...
      Jul 25, 2020 @ 4:04pm
      Jul 25, 2020
      Dogl0rdtrailWipe OutNot an mtb trail.
      Aug 8, 2019 @ 12:55pm
      Aug 8, 2019
      Dogl0rdtrailDeep SnowNot an mtb trail
      Aug 8, 2019 @ 12:54pm
      Aug 8, 2019
      Dogl0rdtrailHoley RockNot an mtb trail
      Aug 8, 2019 @ 12:54pm
      Aug 8, 2019

      Local Badges


      Activity Type Stats

      activitytypetrailsdistancedescentdescent distancetotal verticalratingglobal rankstate rankphotosreportsroutesactivity logs
      Mountain Bike1822 miles2,165 ft8 miles817 ft
      #11,408#174172561
      Gravel Bike57 miles600 ft3 miles535 ft
      4
      Hike2325 miles2,290 ft9 miles1,578 ft
      #7,546#1017341
      Trail Running2325 miles2,290 ft9 miles1,578 ft
      #7,501#101717
      Snowmobile33 miles246 ft1 mile587 ft
      81
      Snowshoe1211 miles1,526 ft5 miles623 ft
      #1,386#6834
      Nordic Ski1923 miles2,247 ft8 miles817 ft
      #419#1114227

      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ What are the best places to ride in Lead?
      Lead has 2 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
      ▼ What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Lead?
      The highest rated mountain biking trails in Lead are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by rating.
      ▼ Where can I park to ride in Lead?
      There are 7 parking locations listed in Lead. 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 Lead?
      The longest trail in Lead is Dead Ox at 3.8 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
      ▼ What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Lead?
      ▼ How many trails are in Lead?
      Lead has a total of 24 trails. Of those, 18 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in Lead to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
      ▼ Which trail has the most elevation gain in Lead?
      The trail with the most elevation gain in Lead is Dead Ox with 813 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
      ▼ Which trail has the most elevation descent in Lead?
      The trail with the most elevation descent in Lead is Deep Snow with 304 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
      ▼ What activities are most popular in Lead?
      Lead supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, Hiking, Trail Running, Snowshoeing, Nordic Skiing.
      ▼ What bike services are there in Lead?
      The following bike services are available in Lead:
      • Trail Association (1)
      Browse the full Lead directory for details.
      ▼ What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Lead?
      The steepest mountain biking trail in Lead is Rolling Ox with an average grade of 11.8%. View all trails sorted by grade.
      ▼ Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Lead?
      Yes, there are 3 scenic viewpoints marked along trails in Lead. Some popular viewpoints include: Explore more points of interest to find trails with the best views.
      ▼ Are the trails open in Lead?
      Out of 5 trails:
      • Clear / Green: 4
      • Significant Issue / Amber: 1
      View the full trail status page for the latest updates.
      ▼ What are the most popular mountain biking routes in Lead?
      The most popular mountain biking routes in Lead are: View all mountain biking routes in Lead.
      ▼ What is the highest summit in Lead?
      The highest summit in Lead is Crooks Tower at 7,113 ft elevation.
      ▼ Are there local clubs or events in Lead?
      There are 1 local clubs or associations listed in the Lead directory. Browse the local directory for details.
      ▼ What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Lead?
      ▼ What are the best beginner ride trails in Lead?
      The best beginner mountain biking trails in Lead are: View all beginner mountain biking trails in Lead.
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