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      Riyadh 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, Trail Running, Hiking, E-Biking, Dirtbiking, Horseback, Observed Trials, ATVing/Offroading and Adaptive Biking. Common trail features include drops and jumps. Many trails are family friendly. Popular destinations include Al Uyaynah Riding Area, Diplomatic Quarter and Riyadh Industrial Area.
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      Region Details
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      Region Status
      Open as of Mar 22, 2026

      Stats

      Avg Trail Rating
      Trails (view details)
      58
      Trails Mountain Bike
      58
      Trails E-Bike
      23
      Trails Gravel Bike
      28
      Trails Adaptive Bike
      1
      Trails Winter Fat Bike
      1
      Trails Horse
      7
      Trails Hike
      25
      Trails Trail Running
      27
      Trails Dirtbike/Moto
      8
      Trails Observed Trials
      7
      Trails ATV/ORV/OHV
      7
      Total Distance
      448 miles
      Total Descent Distance
      196 miles
      Total Descent
      15,943 ft
      Total Vertical
      1,538 ft
      Highest Trailhead
      3,281 ft
      Reports
      1
      Photos
      14
      Completed Counter
      91
      Sub Regions

      Popular Riyadh Mountain Biking Trails

      • 5 ★ 5.0 • 5 miles • 16 ft • 5 •
      Less popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used one direction. On average it takes 20 minutes to complete this trail.
      • 95 ★ 5.0 • 2 miles • 107 ft • 3 •
      A mixed trail along with the earth berms. Hiking, running and biking. Some rock features provide obstacles for jumps and more technical (blue) detours.
      • 90 ★ 5.0 • 2 miles • 288 ft • 3 •
      Scenic trail with rock features along an .
      • 100 ★ 0.0 • 3 miles • 161 ft • 3 •
      Popular white difficulty asphalt/tarmac road. This multi-use trail can be used both directions.
      • 90 ★ 0.0 • 3 miles • 123 ft • 3 •
      Large Gravel Trail around the undeveloped Faifa area, with loads of opportunities for interesting detours
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      • 80 ★ 0.0 • 9 miles • 670 ft • 3 •
      Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions with a 670 ft blue climb. Trail visibility is always easy to follow.
      • 5 ★ 5.0 • 1 mile • 33 ft • 2 •
      Less popular green difficulty machine groomed. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions.
      • 95 ★ 5.0 • 1,896 ft • 0 ft • 2 •
      Short downhill near the DQ.

      Recent Ride Log Activity in Region

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      Riyadh Mountain Bike Routes

      ★ 5.0 • 48 miles • 1,514 ft • 0 • Loop •
      a route start at Wadi Uber, a branch of Wadi Hanifa. start with 5km on road then off road for another 5km....
      ★ 5.0 • 34 miles • 987 ft • 0 • Loop •
      Bawdah circuit avoiding hike-a-bike, and washed-out roads on the East leg of the North-Western Creeks Route
      45 miles • 1,854 ft • 0 • Loop •
      Figure of Eight. short walkign section

      Photos of Riyadh Mountain Bike

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      Recent Trail Reports

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      Recent Comments

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      pjanicki74trailSouth NissahVery nice trial. Easy to access and pleasant...
      Jan 4, 2024 @ 8:58pm
      Jan 4, 2024

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      Activity Type Stats

      activitytypetrailsdistancedescentdescent distancetotal verticalratingglobal rankstate rankphotosreportsroutesactivity logs
      Mountain Bike58448 miles15,942 ft196 miles1,539 ft
      #441#114131,958
      E-Bike23157 miles6,306 ft76 miles1,526 ft
      #623#21130
      Gravel Bike28294 miles6,932 ft123 miles1,539 ft
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      Adaptive Bike13 miles131 ft2 miles157 ft
      #850#5
      Winter Fat Bike14,488 ft92 ft1,309 ft75 ft
      Horse7108 miles3,474 ft59 miles1,476 ft
      #164#31
      Hike25175 miles7,684 ft85 miles1,526 ft
      #907#2189
      Trail Running27178 miles8,179 ft87 miles1,526 ft
      #620#2117
      Dirtbike/Moto8110 miles3,691 ft60 miles1,476 ft
      #135#3
      Observed Trials7108 miles3,474 ft59 miles1,476 ft
      #20#2
      ATV/ORV/OHV7108 miles3,474 ft59 miles1,476 ft
      #71#3

      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ What are the best places to ride in Riyadh?
      Riyadh has 6 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
      ▼ What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Riyadh?
      The highest rated mountain biking trails in Riyadh are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by rating.
      ▼ Where can I park to ride in Riyadh?
      Check the Riyadh trail map for trailhead and parking information. Community members regularly update access and parking details for trails in the area.
      ▼ What is the longest trail in Riyadh?
      The longest trail in Riyadh is Al Awsat Loop at 21.6 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
      ▼ What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Riyadh?
      ▼ What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Riyadh?
      ▼ How many trails are in Riyadh?
      Riyadh has a total of 58 trails. Browse top mountain biking trails in Riyadh to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
      ▼ Which trail has the most elevation gain in Riyadh?
      The trail with the most elevation gain in Riyadh is Al Awsat Loop with 1,610 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
      ▼ Which trail has the most elevation descent in Riyadh?
      The trail with the most elevation descent in Riyadh is Al Awsat Loop with 1,667 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
      ▼ What activities are most popular in Riyadh?
      Riyadh supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Adaptive Biking, Horseback, Hiking, Trail Running, Dirtbiking, Observed Trials, ATVing/Offroading.
      ▼ What bike services are there in Riyadh?
      The following bike services are available in Riyadh:
      • Trail Association (2)
      • Guides & Tours (2)
      • Coaching & Camps (1)
      • Race Team (1)
      • Club (1)
      Browse the full Riyadh directory for details.
      ▼ What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Riyadh?
      The steepest mountain biking trail in Riyadh is The Less Greater Connector with an average grade of 4.3%. View all trails sorted by grade.
      ▼ Are the trails open in Riyadh?
      Out of 2 trails:
      • Clear / Green: 2
      View the full trail status page for the latest updates.
      ▼ Can I ride an ebike in Riyadh?
      Yes, Riyadh supports e-bike riding. There are 4 trails in Riyadh 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 Riyadh?
      ▼ What is the highest summit in Riyadh?
      The highest summit in Riyadh is جبل حصاه ابن حويل at 4,629 ft elevation.
      ▼ What are the most popular Strava Segments in Riyadh?
      The most popular Strava segments in Riyadh are:
      • Fat Man Getting Drops Here 2 (2,528 athletes)
      • 4km turbo NL (1,173 athletes)
      • طلعة مسار (376 athletes)
      View all Strava segments in Riyadh.
      ▼ Are there accessible or adaptive trails in Riyadh?
      Yes, there are 1 accessible/adaptive trails in Riyadh. View all adaptive trails in Riyadh for specific accessibility information.
      ▼ Are there local clubs or events in Riyadh?
      There are 3 local clubs or associations listed in the Riyadh directory. Browse the local directory for details.
      ▼ Are there any mountain biking guiding or tour operators in Riyadh?
      Yes, there are mountain biking guiding and tour operators in Riyadh: Browse all guiding and tour operators in Riyadh.
      ▼ What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Riyadh?
      ▼ What are the best beginner ride trails in Riyadh?
      The best beginner mountain biking trails in Riyadh are: View all beginner mountain biking trails in Riyadh.
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