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      Napa 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 Hiking, Trail Running, Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Horseback, Gravel Biking, Adaptive Biking and Winter Fat Biking. Trails here are often flowy. Scenery includes ridgelines, creeks and lakes. Common trail features include rock gardens. Many trails are family friendly. Amenities include bike repair stations. Popular destinations include Skyline Wilderness Park, Suscol Headwaters Park and Lake Berryessa.
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      Region Status
      Caution as of Oct 25, 2026
      Local Trail Association

      Stats

      Avg Trail Rating
      Trails (view details)
      40
      Trails Mountain Bike
      34
      Trails E-Bike
      30
      Trails Gravel Bike
      9
      Trails Adaptive Bike
      5
      Trails Winter Fat Bike
      1
      Trails Horse
      14
      Trails Hike
      40
      Trails Trail Running
      40
      Total Distance
      51 miles
      Total Descent
      10,714 ft
      Total Vertical
      2,241 ft
      Highest Trailhead
      2,249 ft
      Reports
      522
      Photos
      166
      Completed Counter
      15,217

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      Popular Napa Mountain Biking Trails

      • 70 ★ 4.3 • 2 miles • 457 ft • 1,214 •
      Highly rated popular black diamond difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used downhill primary. On average it takes 24 minutes to complete this trail.
      • 85 ★ 4.2 • 2 miles • 800 ft • 911 •
      Highly rated popular blue difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions and has a hard overall physical rating with a 800 ft blue climb. On average it takes 22 minutes to complete this trail.
      • 100 ★ 4.0 • 2 miles • 280 ft • 905 •
      A great trail to up your technical riding abilities! If you like going fast, it's possible to hit 25mph+ on the trail. You can go slow too. I highly recommend this trail. There are two ways to get into the trail. One way is to go...
      • 100 ★ 3.7 • 2 miles • 236 ft • 856 •
      Popular green difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions and has a easy overall physical rating with a 236 ft green climb. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 11 minutes to complete this trail.
      • 70 ★ 4.1 • 1 mile • 133 ft • 794 •
      Highly rated popular black diamond difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used downhill primary. It features drop and rock garden. On average it takes 11 minutes to complete this trail.
      • 90 ★ 3.8 • 6 miles • 320 ft • 680 •
      Popular green difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions and has a moderate overall physical rating with a 320 ft blue climb. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 11 minutes to complete this trail.
      • 60 ★ 4.2 • 2,612 ft • 100 ft • 513 •
      Highly rated moderately popular blue difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 7 minutes to complete this trail.
      • 55 ★ 0.0 • 433 ft • 26 ft • 506 •
      Moderately popular green difficulty doubletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions and has a easy overall physical rating with a 26 ft green climb. On average it takes minutes to complete this trail.

      Recent Ride Log Activity in Region

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      Past Week
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      Napa Mountain Bike Routes

      ★ 4.0 • 19 miles • 4,226 ft • 8 •
      Plan to cover most of the trails
      ★ 2.0 • 8 miles • 1,468 ft • 3 •
      Full loop from the main parking lot to Suscol Ridge and back.
      26 miles • 5,020 ft • 17 • Loop •
      Thought I'd update a full route at Skyline to include the fantastic new downhill trail, Zane.
      28 miles • 5,136 ft • 14 • Out & Back •
      Hit everything at Skyline that's worth hitting, because Thacher's Rim Rock trail is awful and you...
      26 miles • 5,276 ft • 18 • Loop •
      Hit everything at Skyline! Be ready to work for it, or bring an e-bike! Note that Thacher's Rim Rock trail...
      11 miles • 2,349 ft • 15 • Loop •
      This is a solid loop that feels like you're climbing and climbing and climbing. Good workout! Start your...

      Photos of Napa Mountain Bike

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      Videos of Napa Mountain Bike

      GoPro of the World clip submission
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      0:33 | 216 | Nov 11, 2016
      GoPro of the World clip submission
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      0:49 | 166 | Oct 6, 2016
      GoPro of the World clip submission
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      0:30 | 178 | Jun 30, 2016
      Night Ride
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      3:23 | 169 | Jul 27, 2015
      Belgatos #1
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      0:47 | 474 | Mar 3, 2013
      Buckeye - Skyline Wilderness Park, Napa, CA -...
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      7:40 | 293 | Dec 19, 2025 , Napa
      Napa Skyline: Manzanita MTB trail (August 2025)
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      3:27 | 181 | Oct 12, 2025 , Napa
      Suscol Ridge to Upper Skyline - Skyline...
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      8:29 | 90 | Oct 1, 2025 , Napa

      Recent Trail Reports

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      Kanabwishlistrouteactivity #106842829
      Oct 29, 2026 @ 6:43pm
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      Oct 26, 2026 @ 4:34pm
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      Recent Comments

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      XvrmoralesreportLower Skyline Trailm. mm pm. ppp c ane mmv number b d. ...
      Aug 9, 2026 @ 1:15pm
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      justridingalong1trailZaneGreat trail, agree with solid single black...
      Jun 3, 2026 @ 4:14pm
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      Deadman101202trailManzanita TrailSuper fun trail, really chunky but gets flowy...
      Apr 18, 2026 @ 6:40pm
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      SuvrattrailBuckarooPretty awesome!
      Mar 21, 2026 @ 9:51pm
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      Stevenru2wHPtrailThatcher Rim Rock TrailMust be ridden as an out and back, starting...
      Feb 1, 2026 @ 8:49pm
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      Local Badges


      Activity Type Stats

      activitytypetrailsdistancedescentdescent distancetotal verticalratingglobal rankstate rankphotosreportsroutesactivity logs
      Mountain Bike3443 miles8,474 ft20 miles1,624 ft
      #2,005#911595221019,466
      E-Bike3034 miles8,192 ft16 miles1,624 ft
      #2,965#123446442,320
      Gravel Bike97 miles1,184 ft3 miles1,437 ft
      #2,694#1232457
      Adaptive Bike56 miles315 ft1 mile1,358 ft
      #4,200#14531
      Winter Fat Bike13 miles266 ft4,931 ft174 ft
      #2,990#741
      Horse1414 miles4,728 ft9 miles1,322 ft
      #1,968#1431121
      Hike4051 miles10,715 ft24 miles2,241 ft
      #4,408#1833521991
      Trail Running4051 miles10,715 ft24 miles2,241 ft
      #860#51521632

      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ What are the best places to ride in Napa?
      Napa has 5 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
      ▼ What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Napa?
      The highest rated mountain biking trails in Napa are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by rating.
      ▼ What is the best time of the year to ride in Napa?
      Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride in Napa are:
      • November (113 activities)
      • August (110 activities)
      • May (106 activities)
      Check the Napa reports page for current trail conditions, recent trail reports, and seasonal information from the local community.
      ▼ Where can I park to ride in Napa?
      There are 10 parking locations listed in Napa. 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 Napa?
      The longest trail in Napa is Suscol Ridge Trail at 9.3 km. View all trails sorted by distance.
      ▼ What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Napa?
      ▼ What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Napa?
      ▼ How many trails are in Napa?
      Napa has a total of 40 trails. Of those, 34 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in Napa to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
      ▼ Which trail has the most elevation gain in Napa?
      The trail with the most elevation gain in Napa is Buckeye Trail with 244 m of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
      ▼ Which trail has the most elevation descent in Napa?
      The trail with the most elevation descent in Napa is Suscol Ridge Trail with 433 m of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
      ▼ What activities are most popular in Napa?
      Napa supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Gravel Biking, Adaptive Biking, Winter Fat Biking, Horseback, Hiking, Trail Running.
      ▼ What bike services are there in Napa?
      The following bike services are available in Napa:
      • Bike Shop (2)
      • Guides & Tours (1)
      • Trail Association (1)
      • Club (1)
      Browse the full Napa directory for details.
      ▼ What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Napa?
      The steepest mountain biking trail in Napa is Passini Road with an average grade of 13.2%. View all trails sorted by grade.
      ▼ What trails have the biggest jumps in Napa?
      The trails with the biggest jumps in Napa are: Browse all mountain bike trails to find trails with jumps and technical features.
      ▼ Are the trails open in Napa?
      The overall region status for Napa is Minor Issue / Yellow. Out of 29 trails:
      • Clear / Green: 27
      • Minor Issue / Yellow: 1
      • Significant Issue / Amber: 1
      View the full trail status page for the latest updates.
      ▼ What are the trail conditions in Napa?
      Based on trail reports from the past week in Napa:
      • Dry: 1 trail
      Check the Napa trail status page for the most current conditions and recent trail reports.
      ▼ Can I ride an ebike in Napa?
      Yes, Napa supports e-bike riding. There are 20 trails in Napa 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 Napa?
      ▼ What type of bike is most common in Napa?
      Based on activity log data, the most common bike types used in Napa are:
      • AM (67 activities)
      • XC (16 activities)
      Check the Napa activity logs for more details.
      ▼ What is the highest summit in Napa?
      The highest summit in Napa is Berryessa Peak at 927 m elevation.
      ▼ What are the most popular Strava Segments in Napa?
      The most popular Strava segments in Napa are:
      • One Quarry DH (4,690 athletes)
      • Chicks Dig Sprinters (4,568 athletes)
      • River to Ridge - Road to Fence (4,555 athletes)
      View all Strava segments in Napa.
      ▼ Are there accessible or adaptive trails in Napa?
      Yes, there are 5 accessible/adaptive trails in Napa. View all adaptive trails in Napa for specific accessibility information.
      ▼ Are there local clubs or events in Napa?
      There are 3 local clubs or associations listed in the Napa directory. Browse the local directory for details.
      ▼ Are there any mountain biking guiding or tour operators in Napa?
      Yes, there are mountain biking guiding and tour operators in Napa: Browse all guiding and tour operators in Napa.
      ▼ What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Napa?
      ▼ What are the best beginner ride trails in Napa?
      The best beginner mountain biking trails in Napa are: View all beginner mountain biking trails in Napa.
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