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      McBride 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, Snowshoeing, Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Nordic Skiing, Horseback, Adaptive Biking and Winter Fat Biking. Trails here are often flowy and machine-built. Scenery includes views, summits and creeks. Common trail features include berms and jumps. Amenities include huts. Popular destinations include McBride Mountain Trails Network, Bell Mountain Recreation Site and Holiday Creek Arch Protected Site.
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      Region Status
      Caution as of Sep 7, 2026
      Local Trail Association

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      Trails (view details)
      29
      Trails Mountain Bike
      18
      Trails E-Bike
      14
      Trails Gravel Bike
      5
      Trails Adaptive Bike
      2
      Trails Winter Fat Bike
      2
      Trails Horse
      5
      Trails Hike
      29
      Trails Trail Running
      29
      Trails Snowshoe
      23
      Trails Backcountry Ski
      1
      Trails Nordic Ski
      13
      Total Distance
      149 miles
      Total Descent
      12,836 ft
      Total Vertical
      5,367 ft
      Highest Trailhead
      7,464 ft
      Reports
      52
      Photos
      70
      Completed Counter
      542
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      Popular McBride Mountain Biking Trails

      • 100 ★ 5.0 • 4,846 ft • 8 ft • 106 •
      This blue flow trail will stick a smile on your face. Jumps, berms, step-ups, and a cedar feature. The action never stops. This section of the trail begins around Km 3. Here is what the builder has to say about All In: "We built “All...
      • 95 ★ 5.0 • 1 mile • 0 ft • 77 •
      This blue flow trail will stick a smile on your face. Jumps, berms, step-ups, and a cedar feature. The action never stops. This section of the trail begins around Km 5. Here is how the trail builder describes All In: "We built “All...
      • 65 ★ 4.3 • 2 miles • 808 ft • 64 •
      This sweeping trail is a heart pumper on the way up, fun and flowy on the way down. Fold 'Em is a smooth, curvy machine built intermediate climbing trail leaving the Bluff Trail a short distance from the parking lot at Km 1. It briefly...
      • 85 ★ 0.0 • 2 miles • 961 ft • 40 •
      A steady climber, Upper Fold 'Em continues to the 4.5 corner of the FSR (Use this to access the downhill trails). The section from the 4.5 to 6km has been converted to a fun little machine built downhill (Hold 'Em), and should no longer...
      • 60 ★ 0.0 • 4,311 ft • 0 ft • 32 •
      Ragged is a downhill trail designed for mountain bikers. The top section of Ragged is rated difficult and is accessed from the picnic area at Km 6. The trail begins by descending a steep slope. The trail mellows as riders enter the...
      • 45 ★ 1.0 • 3,809 ft • 0 ft • 31 •
      After flowing through some bermed corners and over rollers, the trail passes some giant fir trees and descends through a few technical sections. The trail ends at the parking lot at Km 1. Hikers can walk in either direction.
      • 90 ★ 3.5 • 1 mile • 272 ft • 21 •
      Outrun can be accessed from a junction on Fold 'Em, or halfway down the Bluff Trail. The northern branch is a fast gradual climb for bikers, changing elevation gradually. Sunbeam Creek can be heard at the far end, and a scenic viewpoint...
      • 75 ★ 5.0 • 1 mile • 133 ft • 21 •
      Check your brakes! This old-school downhill single-track begins at the cabin at the 6 km up McBride Peak FSR. Riders descend a steep shale sidehill, traverse a while, and descend a long ridge, exiting at Km 2. Hikers may prefer to walk...

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      McBride Mountain Bike Routes

      7 miles • 1,801 ft • 6 • Loop •
      A steep and challenging 6 km climb brings you just below the lookout to 4 km of pump and flow. Go All-In.
      4 miles • 796 ft • 6 • Loop •
      A heart-pumper of a climb with All-In's rewarding pumpy flow that brings you back to the parking lot.
      2 miles • 5 ft • 2 • Shuttled •
      3km of fast flowy trail. Easy to do hot laps if you have a couple of shuttle vehicles.
      3 miles • 421 ft • 2 •
      An easy 4.5 km loop for beginners or a great leg warm-up before heading up Fold 'Em.
      4 miles • 1,064 ft • 36 • Race •
      After your run partner tags you in at the Parking Lot, ride Bluff -> Fold 'em -> Outrun ->...
      4 miles • 634 ft • 4 • Race •
      Start in the Parking Lot, run Bluff -> River Run -> Bluff back to the Parking Lot to shotgun your...

      Photos of McBride Mountain Bike

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      Videos of McBride Mountain Bike

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      Recent Comments

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      Travis-P1994trailAll InWay out of wack for maintenance. So over grown...
      Aug 20, 2026 @ 6:44pm
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      gregcruickshanktrailRaggedAmazing fun trail. Recently brushed and ready...
      Aug 8, 2026 @ 10:44pm
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      Colby2000trailTwo Lakes To Kakwa CabinI’m
      Apr 16, 2026 @ 4:47pm
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      BCpovtrailLower Fold 'emAgreed. Nothing technical about the climb....
      Sep 5, 2021 @ 10:15am
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      wilkeztrailUpper Fold 'emThis is a great climb trail, but should not be...
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      Activity Type Stats

      activitytypetrailsdistancedescentdescent distancetotal verticalratingglobal rankstate rankphotosreportsroutesactivity logs
      Mountain Bike18114 miles10,735 ft43 miles3,917 ft
      #2,797#8170526237
      E-Bike1430 miles6,152 ft9 miles3,550 ft
      #4,485#1024615
      Gravel Bike578 miles2,927 ft27 miles3,917 ft
      #5,660#11922
      Adaptive Bike261 miles2,595 ft26 miles3,045 ft
      #1,634#40
      Winter Fat Bike261 miles2,595 ft26 miles3,045 ft
      #1,145#31
      Horse516 miles1,043 ft3 miles3,465 ft
      #2,048#6281
      Hike29149 miles12,835 ft50 miles5,367 ft
      #772#5052288
      Trail Running29149 miles12,835 ft50 miles5,367 ft
      #1,538#57521
      Snowshoe2356 miles7,385 ft15 miles5,367 ft
      #468#392722
      Backcountry Ski17 miles289 ft4,659 ft3,156 ft
      1133
      Nordic Ski1322 miles3,612 ft9 miles1,818 ft
      #912#421392

      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ What are the best places to ride in McBride?
      McBride has 6 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
      ▼ What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in McBride?
      The highest rated mountain biking trails in McBride are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by rating.
      ▼ Where can I park to ride in McBride?
      There are 8 parking locations listed in McBride. 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 McBride?
      The longest trail in McBride is Walker Creek FSR to Kakwa Cabin at 15.8 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
      ▼ What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in McBride?
      ▼ What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in McBride?
      ▼ How many trails are in McBride?
      McBride has a total of 29 trails. Of those, 18 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in McBride to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
      ▼ Which trail has the most elevation gain in McBride?
      The trail with the most elevation gain in McBride is Red Mountain with 3,339 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
      ▼ Which trail has the most elevation descent in McBride?
      The trail with the most elevation descent in McBride is Two Lakes To Kakwa Cabin with 1,701 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
      ▼ What activities are most popular in McBride?
      McBride supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Adaptive Biking, Winter Fat Biking, Horseback, Hiking, Trail Running, Snowshoeing, Nordic Skiing.
      ▼ What bike services are there in McBride?
      The following bike services are available in McBride:
      • Trail Association (1)
      Browse the full McBride directory for details.
      ▼ What are the steepest mountain biking trails in McBride?
      The steepest mountain biking trail in McBride is Red Mountain with an average grade of 7.9%. View all trails sorted by grade.
      ▼ Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in McBride?
      Yes, there are 8 scenic viewpoints marked along trails in McBride. Some popular viewpoints include: Explore more points of interest to find trails with the best views.
      ▼ Are the trails open in McBride?
      The overall region status for McBride is Minor Issue / Yellow. Out of 12 trails:
      • Clear / Green: 7
      • Minor Issue / Yellow: 3
      • Significant Issue / Amber: 2
      View the full trail status page for the latest updates.
      ▼ Can I ride an ebike in McBride?
      Yes, McBride supports e-bike riding. There are 13 trails in McBride that allow e-bikes. Check the e-bike trails listing for specific trail access details and any local regulations.
      ▼ What are the most popular mountain biking routes in McBride?
      ▼ What is the highest summit in McBride?
      The highest summit in McBride is Mount Sir Alexander at 10,679 ft elevation.
      ▼ What are the most popular Strava Segments in McBride?
      The most popular Strava segments in McBride are:
      • All In Lower (41 athletes)
      • mcbride peak 1st, half (29 athletes)
      • Mcbride Peak FSR 2nd Half (29 athletes)
      View all Strava segments in McBride.
      ▼ Are there accessible or adaptive trails in McBride?
      Yes, there are 2 accessible/adaptive trails in McBride. View all adaptive trails in McBride for specific accessibility information.
      ▼ Are there local clubs or events in McBride?
      There are 1 local clubs or associations listed in the McBride directory. Browse the local directory for details.
      ▼ What are the most popular mountain biking trails in McBride?
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