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SaveMerced trails and routes are listed on Trailforks with interactive trail maps, difficulty ratings, photos, and user-reported trail conditions. The Trailforks community has shared hundreds of photos from this region. Supported activity types include Mountain Biking, Gravel Biking, Adaptive Biking and E-Biking. Trails here are often flowy. Scenery includes summits and lakes. Common trail features include berms, jumps and rock gardens. Popular destinations include Exchequer Mountain Bike Park.
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- Mountain Bike
29 trails
- E-Bike
2 trails
- Gravel Bike
8 trails
- Adaptive Bike
8 trails
- Hike
0 trails
- Trail Running
0 trails
Region Details
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Region Status
Open as of Jul 2, 2026
Stats
- Avg Trail Rating
- Trails (view details)
- 29
- Trails Mountain Bike
- 29
- Trails E-Bike
- 2
- Trails Gravel Bike
- 8
- Trails Adaptive Bike
- 8
- Total Distance
- 25 miles
- Total Descent
- 4,516 ft
- Total Vertical
- 853 ft
- Highest Trailhead
- 1,713 ft
- Reports
- 301
- Photos
- 143
- Completed Counter
- 8,476
Sub Regions
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Exchequer Mountain Bike Park
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- 7
- 2
- 1
Popular Merced Mountain Biking Trails
• 100 ★ 3.0 • 1,036 ft • 41 ft • 720 •
Popular green difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 2 minutes to complete this trail.
• 85 ★ 4.0 • 1 mile • 12 ft • 580 •
Great views as you start the gradual initial descent off the crest of the hill. Top section is mostly flowy, fast dirt with some berms. Middle section gets steeper and rockier. Bottom section is straighter and flatter but still plenty...
• 80 ★ 4.5 • 2 miles • 6 ft • 547 •
Highly rated popular black diamond difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used downhill only. It features berm, drop, jump, ladder bridge and rock garden. On average it takes 17 minutes to complete this trail.
• 75 ★ 3.5 • 2,904 ft • 7 ft • 401 •
Falling berms, bar-drop g-outs and flowy rock zones.
• 95 ★ 3.0 • 1 mile • 123 ft • 374 •
Connection from the Cabin area of the Campground to either Roads End Trail or I Loop.
• 90 ★ 4.3 • 2,687 ft • 0 ft • 334 •
Last section of the 2020 NICA Loop. Designed to come downhill from the water tower to the cabins but can be pedaled up also.
• 90 ★ 3.6 • 2 miles • 206 ft • 309 •
This trail is designed to be Adaptive Mountain Bike Friendly, Our current problem is that we have yet to complete the Family Trail that will connect to this to allow users to get into the park. Once that is completed then we will assign...
Merced Mountain Bike Routes
3 miles • 332 ft • 10 •
XC race course for the 2019 WCCC Mountain bike race at Exchequer Bike park.
• 15 miles • 1,910 ft • 8 •
• 15 miles • 2,667 ft • 12 •
• 15 miles • 3,497 ft • 13 •
Photos of Merced Mountain Bike
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Recent Trail Reports
| status | trail | date | condition | info | user |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wild Turkey | Oct 16, 2023 @ 10:42am Oct 16, 2023 | Dry | WillieJacobsz Trailforks | ||
| Valley Rail | Oct 16, 2023 @ 10:42am Oct 16, 2023 | Dry | WillieJacobsz Trailforks | ||
| Upper Cabin | Oct 16, 2023 @ 10:42am Oct 16, 2023 | Dry | WillieJacobsz Trailforks | ||
| Two Track | Oct 16, 2023 @ 10:42am Oct 16, 2023 | Dry | WillieJacobsz Trailforks | ||
| Sidewinder | Oct 16, 2023 @ 10:42am Oct 16, 2023 | Dry | WillieJacobsz Trailforks | ||
| Roads End | Oct 16, 2023 @ 10:42am Oct 16, 2023 | Dry | WillieJacobsz Trailforks | ||
| Pleasant Valley | Oct 16, 2023 @ 10:42am Oct 16, 2023 | Dry | WillieJacobsz Trailforks | ||
| Parking Loop Access | Oct 16, 2023 @ 10:42am Oct 16, 2023 | Dry | WillieJacobsz Trailforks | ||
| Hekeke | Oct 16, 2023 @ 10:42am Oct 16, 2023 | Dry | WillieJacobsz Trailforks | ||
| Forty-nine | Oct 16, 2023 @ 10:42am Oct 16, 2023 | Dry | WillieJacobsz Trailforks |
Activity Feed
| username | action | type | title | date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MateoLargoMenifee | wishlist | region | activity #105297674 | Oct 5, 2026 @ 2:40pm Oct 5, 2026 |
| siXp3F | add | photo | activity #105151508 and 1 more | Oct 3, 2026 @ 3:21pm Oct 3, 2026 |
| BikeRegCom | add | event | activity #103572331 | Sep 11, 2026 @ 3:43pm Sep 11, 2026 |
| choltan | wishlist | trail | activity #100010413 | Jul 25, 2026 @ 3:24pm Jul 25, 2026 |
| nfluxx | wishlist | region | activity #97874706 | Jun 26, 2026 @ 8:44pm Jun 26, 2026 |
Recent Comments
| username | type | title | comment | date |
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| trail | Looking great today! | Oct 25, 2025 @ 2:31pm Oct 25, 2025 | ||
| trail | Looking good! | Oct 25, 2025 @ 2:30pm Oct 25, 2025 | ||
| trail | Looking good! | Oct 25, 2025 @ 2:30pm Oct 25, 2025 | ||
| trail | Looking really really nice - thank you to the... | Oct 25, 2025 @ 2:29pm Oct 25, 2025 | ||
| trail | Overgrown | Aug 2, 2025 @ 6:34pm Aug 2, 2025 |
Local Badges
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Epic Ride Climb 2k14 awarded -
Climbing 10k Badge11 awarded -
Climbing 100k Badge0 awarded -
Epic Ride Descent 2k14 awarded -
Descent 10k Badge11 awarded -
Descent 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 | 29 | 25 miles | 4,514 ft | 11 miles | 853 ft | #3,479 | #133 | 141 | 301 | 3 | 4,400 | |
| E-Bike | 2 | 3 miles | 217 ft | 3,570 ft | 764 ft | #9,597 | #261 | 190 | 1 | 545 | ||
| Gravel Bike | 8 | 5 miles | 518 ft | 2 miles | 794 ft | #3,178 | #150 | 29 | 31 | |||
| Adaptive Bike | 8 | 5 miles | 518 ft | 2 miles | 794 ft | #5,503 | #207 | 38 |
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the best places to ride in Merced?
Merced has 1 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
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What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Merced?
The highest rated mountain biking trails in Merced are:
- Down and Out (4.3/5)
- Deer Run (4.2/5)
- Wild Turkey (4.1/5)
- Roadrunner (4.1/5)
- Buck Brush (4.1/5)
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Where can I park to ride in Merced?
There are 1 parking locations listed in Merced. The most popular parking spots are:
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What is the longest trail in Merced?
The longest trail in Merced is Roadrunner at 2.6 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
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How many trails are in Merced?
Merced has a total of 29 trails. Browse top mountain biking trails in Merced to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
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Which trail has the most elevation gain in Merced?
The trail with the most elevation gain in Merced is Roadrunner with 730 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
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Which trail has the most elevation descent in Merced?
The trail with the most elevation descent in Merced is Flying Squirrel with 736 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
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What activities are most popular in Merced?
Merced supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Gravel Biking, Adaptive Biking, Hiking, Trail Running.
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What bike services are there in Merced?
The following bike services are available in Merced:
- Bike Shop (1)
- Trail Association (1)
- Club (1)
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What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Merced?
The steepest mountain biking trail in Merced is Feedline Connection with an average grade of 5.3%. View all trails sorted by grade.
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Are the trails open in Merced?
Out of 28 trails:
- Clear / Green: 28
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Can I ride an ebike in Merced?
Yes, Merced supports e-bike riding. There are 2 trails in Merced that allow e-bikes. Check the e-bike trails listing for specific trail access details and any local regulations.
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What are the most popular mountain biking routes in Merced?
The most popular mountain biking routes in Merced are: View all mountain biking routes in Merced.
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What is the highest summit in Merced?
The highest summit in Merced is Buckhorn Peak at 3,763 ft elevation.
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What are the most popular Strava Segments in Merced?
The most popular Strava segments in Merced are:
- xxx (3,530 athletes)
- Hyperspace Drift (2,028 athletes)
- Den 88 Scout Project In (1,895 athletes)
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What are some popular technical trail features in Merced?
There are 1 technical trail features (TTFs) in Merced. Some popular features include: View all technical trail features in Merced.
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Are there accessible or adaptive trails in Merced?
Yes, there are 8 accessible/adaptive trails in Merced. View all adaptive trails in Merced for specific accessibility information.
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Are there local clubs or events in Merced?
There are 2 local clubs or associations listed in the Merced directory. Browse the local directory for details.
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What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Merced?
The most popular mountain biking trails in Merced are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by popularity.
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What are the best beginner ride trails in Merced?
The best beginner mountain biking trails in Merced are:
- Pleasant Valley (4/5)
- Wild Turkey (4.3/5)
- Adaptation (3.6/5)
Trails
Points of Interest
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- merced activity log | embed map of Merced mountain bike trails | merced mountain biking points of interest
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