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SaveModesto trails and routes are listed on Trailforks with interactive trail maps, difficulty ratings, photos, and user-reported trail conditions. Supported activity types include Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Hiking, Trail Running, Adaptive Biking and Winter Fat Biking. Scenery includes creeks. Many trails are good in wet weather. Popular destinations include Dry Creek Trails and Tuolumne Riverside Trail (TRT).
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- Mountain Bike
8 trails
- E-Bike
4 trails
- Adaptive Bike
3 trails
- Winter Fat Bike
3 trails
- Hike
4 trails
- Trail Running
4 trails
Region Details
- 3
- 4
- 1
Region Status
Open as of May 3, 2023
Stats
- Avg Trail Rating
- Trails (view details)
- 8
- Trails Mountain Bike
- 8
- Trails E-Bike
- 4
- Trails Gravel Bike
- 5
- Trails Adaptive Bike
- 3
- Trails Winter Fat Bike
- 3
- Trails Hike
- 4
- Trails Trail Running
- 4
- Total Distance
- 19 miles
- Total Descent
- 2,049 ft
- Total Vertical
- 743 ft
- Highest Trailhead
- 775 ft
- Reports
- 16
- Photos
- 48
- Completed Counter
- 376
Sub Regions
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Dry Creek Trails
- 1
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Tuolumne Riverside Trail (TRT)
- 1
Popular Modesto Mountain Biking Trails
• 90 ★ 4.7 • 5 miles • 739 ft • 161 •
This trail is single track that meanders along side and crosses a paved path a few times. The paved path connects multiple city parks.
• 100 ★ 4.5 • 5 miles • 509 ft • 124 •
Local riders put a lot of effort into scratching in single track into the once over-grown abandoned park. The singletrack hugs the creek, passes under three bridges and returns to access road in spots. The trail skirts two city golf...
• 65 ★ 0.0 • 5 miles • 12 ft • 8 •
Moderately popular green difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 20 minutes to complete this trail.
• 5 ★ 5.0 • 3,983 ft • 145 ft • 1 •
Small trail that runs with the cows outside patterson CA
Photos of Modesto Mountain Bike
Videos of Modesto Mountain Bike
Recent Trail Reports
| status | trail | date | condition | info | user |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuolumne River Trail Gateway Park (TRT) | May 3, 2023 @ 5:01pm May 3, 2023 | Wet | Kacooper33 | ||
| Dry Creek Trail | Jul 4, 2022 @ 6:04pm Jul 4, 2022 | Dry | SadKingBilly | ||
| TRT Connector | Jun 11, 2022 @ 7:48am Jun 11, 2022 | Ideal | TRTrider |
Activity Feed
| username | action | type | title | date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| joezamora776 | ridden | trail | activity #103138258 | Sep 5, 2026 @ 3:54pm Sep 5, 2026 |
| 9PyPuo | ridden | trail | activity #97960010 | Jun 27, 2026 @ 9:10pm Jun 27, 2026 |
| StevenwJmnxL | wishlist | trail | activity #92641365 | Apr 14, 2026 @ 9:55pm Apr 14, 2026 |
| Ambrose1988 | wishlist | trail | activity #80976140 | Sep 23, 2025 @ 2:51pm Sep 23, 2025 |
| AlexEcczub | difficultyvote | trail | activity #79289102 | Aug 30, 2025 @ 5:13pm Aug 30, 2025 |
Recent Comments
| username | type | title | comment | date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| trail | Nice trail with a mix of beginner and... | Feb 23, 2023 @ 12:54am Feb 23, 2023 | ||
| report | Am | Dec 2, 2022 @ 9:55am Dec 2, 2022 | ||
| report | Stream down | Oct 6, 2021 @ 12:24pm Oct 6, 2021 | ||
| trail | Took my 9yo son out today for the first time... | Sep 19, 2021 @ 3:44pm Sep 19, 2021 | ||
| trail | Only discovered this trail at the end of 2019... | Feb 24, 2021 @ 9:42am Feb 24, 2021 |
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 | 8 | 19 miles | 2,047 ft | 6 miles | 741 ft | #4,089 | #1,378 | 48 | 16 | 6,385 | ||
| E-Bike | 4 | 7 miles | 374 ft | 2 miles | 430 ft | #8,322 | #2,493 | 9 | 225 | |||
| Gravel Bike | 5 | 5 miles | 784 ft | 2 miles | 719 ft | #2,439 | #1,043 | 87 | ||||
| Adaptive Bike | 3 | 3 miles | 591 ft | 2 miles | 719 ft | #5,497 | #1,480 | 2 | 1 | |||
| Winter Fat Bike | 3 | 4 miles | 459 ft | 1 mile | 719 ft | #3,486 | #975 | 2 | ||||
| Hike | 4 | 12 miles | 1,568 ft | 5 miles | 741 ft | #11,011 | #3,900 | 16 | 42 | |||
| Trail Running | 4 | 12 miles | 1,568 ft | 5 miles | 741 ft | #10,570 | #3,601 | 16 | 1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the best places to ride in Modesto?
Modesto has 2 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
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What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Modesto?
The highest rated mountain biking trails in Modesto are:
- Tuolumne River Trail Gateway Park (TRT) (4.2/5)
- Dry Creek Trail (4.2/5)
- Janky orchard spring (4.1/5)
- freeway overlook loop (4.1/5)
- Virginia Corridor Bike Path (0/5)
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What is the best time of the year to ride in Modesto?
Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride in Modesto are:
- March (35 activities)
- May (30 activities)
- January (28 activities)
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Where can I park to ride in Modesto?
Check the Modesto trail map for trailhead and parking information. Community members regularly update access and parking details for trails in the area.
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What is the longest trail in Modesto?
The longest trail in Modesto is Dry Creek Trail at 4.8 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
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How many trails are in Modesto?
Modesto has a total of 8 trails. Browse top mountain biking trails in Modesto to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
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Which trail has the most elevation gain in Modesto?
The trail with the most elevation gain in Modesto is Dry Creek Trail with 739 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
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Which trail has the most elevation descent in Modesto?
The trail with the most elevation descent in Modesto is Dry Creek Trail with 747 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
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What activities are most popular in Modesto?
Modesto supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Adaptive Biking, Winter Fat Biking, Hiking, Trail Running.
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What bike services are there in Modesto?
The following bike services are available in Modesto:
- Bike Shop (3)
- Club (1)
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What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Modesto?
The steepest mountain biking trail in Modesto is Virginia Corridor Bike Path with an average grade of 0.1%. View all trails sorted by grade.
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Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Modesto?
Yes, there are 1 scenic viewpoints marked along trails in Modesto. Some popular viewpoints include: Explore more points of interest to find trails with the best views.
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Are the trails open in Modesto?
The overall region status for Modesto is Clear / Green. Out of 3 trails:
- Clear / Green: 3
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Can I ride an ebike in Modesto?
Yes, Modesto supports e-bike riding. There are 3 trails in Modesto that allow e-bikes. Check the e-bike trails listing for specific trail access details and any local regulations.
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What type of bike is most common in Modesto?
Based on activity log data, the most common bike types used in Modesto are:
- AM (2 activities)
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What is the highest summit in Modesto?
The highest summit in Modesto is Mount Oso at 3,363 ft elevation.
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What are the most popular Strava Segments in Modesto?
The most popular Strava segments in Modesto are:
- wooped de do (2,788 athletes)
- Briggsmore Over Pass (Block to Block) (1,745 athletes)
- 6th Hole Sprint!!! (1,365 athletes)
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Are there accessible or adaptive trails in Modesto?
Yes, there are 3 accessible/adaptive trails in Modesto. View all adaptive trails in Modesto for specific accessibility information.
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Are there local clubs or events in Modesto?
There are 1 local clubs or associations listed in the Modesto directory. Browse the local directory for details.
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What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Modesto?
The most popular mountain biking trails in Modesto are:
- Tuolumne River Trail Gateway Park (TRT)
- Dry Creek Trail
- Janky orchard spring
- freeway overlook loop
- Virginia Corridor Bike Path
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What are the best beginner ride trails in Modesto?
The best beginner mountain biking trails in Modesto are:
- Tuolumne River Trail Gateway Park (TRT) (4.5/5)
- Janky orchard spring (5/5)
- freeway overlook loop (5/5)
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