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      Quilcene 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, Horseback, Backcountry Skiing, Snowshoeing, Mountain Biking, Adaptive Biking and E-Biking. Scenery includes summits, lakes and creeks. Amenities include huts and restrooms. Popular destinations include Buckhorn Wilderness, Dosewallips State Park and Three Brothers Wilderness.
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      Region Status
      Caution as of Aug 14, 2026
      Local Trail Association

      Stats

      Avg Trail Rating
      Trails (view details)
      55
      Trails Mountain Bike
      8
      Trails E-Bike
      2
      Trails Gravel Bike
      3
      Trails Adaptive Bike
      3
      Trails Horse
      31
      Trails Hike
      55
      Trails Trail Running
      55
      Trails Dirtbike/Moto
      2
      Trails Snowshoe
      17
      Trails Backcountry Ski
      18
      Total Distance
      145 miles
      Total Descent
      33,902 ft
      Total Vertical
      6,915 ft
      Highest Trailhead
      6,954 ft
      Reports
      23
      Photos
      44
      Completed Counter
      1,167

      Sub Regions

      Popular Quilcene Mountain Biking Trails

      • 90 ★ 3.8 • 6 miles • 329 ft • 128 •
      This easy lowland forested trail is 6.2 miles with grades of 10-15% along or near the Big Quilcene River. This is an excellent hike in spring and early summer. There is a junction with Notch Pass Trail at 2.7 miles. A pickup could be...
      • 5 ★ 0.0 • 4,022 ft • 245 ft • 4 •
      Less popular blue difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions.
      • 5 ★ 0.0 • 2 miles • 443 ft • 2 •
      Less popular blue difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions.
      • 65 ★ 0.0 • 2,448 ft • 92 ft • 1 •
      Moderately popular blue difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 16 minutes to complete this trail.
      • 5 ★ 0.0 • 2,146 ft • 9 ft • 1 •
      Less popular green difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions.

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      Photos of Quilcene Mountain Bike

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      Videos of Quilcene Mountain Bike

      2013_02_23 DH Course
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      trail: Deadfall
      7:28 | 209 | Feb 23, 2013
      Tull Canyon - Hike to B-17 Bomber Wreck
      hike
      8:01 | 32 | Jun 17, 2026 , Quilcene
      Tyler Peak - Mistakes Were Made
      hike
      6:51 | 28 | May 5, 2026 , Quilcene
      Marmot Pass - Washington Hiking
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      3:27 | 50 | Mar 15, 2026 , Quilcene

      Recent Trail Reports

      statustraildateconditioninfouser
      Lower Big Quilcene
      Jul 5, 2026 @ 10:31am (America/Vancouver)
      Jul 5, 2026
      Ideal Trail is in great condition. There's...jkyle75
      FS Road 27
      Oct 17, 2024 @ 11:21am
      Oct 17, 2024
      Very DryThe climbing portion of this ride is...Codswallower1
      FS Road 28
      Jul 28, 2024 @ 7:47pm
      Jul 28, 2024
      DryGravel Bike The lower portion of the road is...n8m

      Activity Feed

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      beavisnrosesriddentrailactivity #103290796 and 1 more
      Sep 7, 2026 @ 1:06pm
      Sep 7, 2026
      JasonCebjS0wishlisttrailactivity #102413280
      Aug 26, 2026 @ 7:06pm
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      QAMhmrZ3wishlisttrailactivity #100889703
      Aug 6, 2026 @ 2:29pm
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      austinracer999wishlisttrailactivity #99910887
      Jul 24, 2026 @ 12:32pm
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      jkyle75addreportactivity #98578577
      Jul 6, 2026 @ 9:01am
      Jul 6, 2026

      Recent Comments

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      big-bike-ridertrailLower Big QuilceneThere are four downed trees on the upper...
      Apr 7, 2026 @ 6:17pm
      Apr 7, 2026
      LowellNZjVy1trailLower Big QuilceneForgot to add, after to big bridge on your way...
      Sep 6, 2025 @ 4:49pm
      Sep 6, 2025
      LowellNZjVy1trailLower Big QuilceneOne of the best green flow trails around, with...
      Sep 6, 2025 @ 4:43pm
      Sep 6, 2025
      alextoombstrailSteam Donkey Loop TrailThey have a no bike sign up at the trailhead
      Sep 1, 2025 @ 10:39am
      Sep 1, 2025
      Logan3TYG4QtrailMaple Valley TrailBikes are prohibited by signs posted at all...
      Jul 14, 2024 @ 6:13pm
      Jul 14, 2024

      Local Badges


      Activity Type Stats

      activitytypetrailsdistancedescentdescent distancetotal verticalratingglobal rankstate rankphotosreportsroutesactivity logs
      Mountain Bike846 miles7,320 ft22 miles3,556 ft
      #5,280#863422561
      E-Bike232 miles5,043 ft15 miles2,730 ft
      #5,025#741328
      Gravel Bike337 miles5,528 ft17 miles2,730 ft
      1215
      Adaptive Bike337 miles5,528 ft17 miles2,730 ft
      #2,452#384
      Horse3166 miles13,153 ft25 miles6,276 ft
      #962#3452
      Hike55145 miles33,901 ft61 miles6,916 ft
      #1,564#4392221,359
      Trail Running55145 miles33,901 ft61 miles6,916 ft
      #1,437#3722133
      Dirtbike/Moto211 miles1,913 ft6 miles1,352 ft
      42
      Snowshoe1710 miles1,949 ft3 miles4,911 ft
      #1,017#2316
      Backcountry Ski1817 miles2,215 ft4 miles4,911 ft
      #534#12113

      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ What are the best places to ride in Quilcene?
      Quilcene has 3 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
      ▼ What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Quilcene?
      ▼ What is the best time of the year to ride in Quilcene?
      Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride in Quilcene are:
      • July (19 activities)
      • August (17 activities)
      • May (13 activities)
      Check the Quilcene reports page for current trail conditions, recent trail reports, and seasonal information from the local community.
      ▼ Where can I park to ride in Quilcene?
      There are 13 parking locations listed in Quilcene. 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 Quilcene?
      The longest trail in Quilcene is Lower Big Quilcene at 6.0 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
      ▼ What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Quilcene?
      ▼ What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Quilcene?
      ▼ How many trails are in Quilcene?
      Quilcene has a total of 55 trails. Of those, 8 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in Quilcene to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
      ▼ Which trail has the most elevation gain in Quilcene?
      The trail with the most elevation gain in Quilcene is Steam Donkey Loop Trail with 443 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
      ▼ Which trail has the most elevation descent in Quilcene?
      The trail with the most elevation descent in Quilcene is Lower Big Quilcene with 1,425 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
      ▼ What activities are most popular in Quilcene?
      Quilcene supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Adaptive Biking, Horseback, Hiking, Trail Running, Snowshoeing, Backcountry Skiing.
      ▼ What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Quilcene?
      The steepest mountain biking trail in Quilcene is Maple Valley Trail with an average grade of 4.9%. View all trails sorted by grade.
      ▼ Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Quilcene?
      Yes, there are 2 scenic viewpoints marked along trails in Quilcene. Some popular viewpoints include: Explore more points of interest to find trails with the best views.
      ▼ Are the trails open in Quilcene?
      The overall region status for Quilcene is Minor Issue / Yellow. Out of 4 trails:
      • Clear / Green: 3
      • Minor Issue / Yellow: 1
      View the full trail status page for the latest updates.
      ▼ Can I ride an ebike in Quilcene?
      Yes, Quilcene supports e-bike riding. There are 2 trails in Quilcene that allow e-bikes. Check the e-bike trails listing for specific trail access details and any local regulations.
      ▼ What type of bike is most common in Quilcene?
      Based on activity log data, the most common bike types used in Quilcene are:
      • Trials (1 activities)
      • AM (1 activities)
      Check the Quilcene activity logs for more details.
      ▼ What is the highest summit in Quilcene?
      The highest summit in Quilcene is Bon Jon Peak at 4,649 ft elevation.
      ▼ What are the most popular Strava Segments in Quilcene?
      The most popular Strava segments in Quilcene are:
      • Big Quilcene to Townsend (801 athletes)
      • National Forest Development Road 2812 Climb (790 athletes)
      • Natl Forest Develop Road 2812 Rd Climb (759 athletes)
      View all Strava segments in Quilcene.
      ▼ Are there accessible or adaptive trails in Quilcene?
      Yes, there are 3 accessible/adaptive trails in Quilcene. View all adaptive trails in Quilcene for specific accessibility information.
      ▼ What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Quilcene?
      ▼ What are the best beginner ride trails in Quilcene?
      The best beginner mountain biking trails in Quilcene are: View all beginner mountain biking trails in Quilcene.
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