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        Region Status
        Caution as of Aug 13, 2026

        Stats

        Avg Trail Rating
        Trails (view details)
        45
        Trails Mountain Bike
        34
        Trails E-Bike
        7
        Trails Gravel Bike
        5
        Trails Hike
        45
        Trails Trail Running
        45
        Trails ATV/ORV/OHV
        2
        Trails Snowshoe
        8
        Trails Backcountry Ski
        8
        Total Distance
        79 miles
        Total Descent Distance
        28 miles
        Total Descent
        11,098 ft
        Total Vertical
        3,518 ft
        Highest Trailhead
        3,529 ft
        Reports
        55
        Photos
        64
        Completed Counter
        3,087

        Articles

        The Best Hike in Every State
        Apr 14, 2019 from outsideonline.com
        Alpine scrambles and beachfront strolls; multi-day singletrack adventures and quick urban escapes; soaring trees and rolling sand dunes—every...
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        Popular Seward Mountain Biking Trails

        100 4.9 8 miles 2,105 ft 345
        starts at its namesake trailhead. After a very quick downhill out of the gate, the route climbs up through big forest. The trail is somewhat wide for singletrack and a bit technical with roots and rocks. Stay straight when the trail...
        95 0.0 7 miles 341 ft 109
        Popular black diamond difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions and has a hard overall physical rating with a 341 ft black diamond climb. It features bridge. On average it takes 1 hour16 minutes to complete this trail.
        90 0.0 1,640 ft 0 ft 71
        leading directly to the lakeshore.
        80 5.0 5 miles 130 ft 48
        Popular white difficulty paved path. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 53 minutes to complete this trail.
        65 5.0 7 miles 809 ft 46
        The south end of the trail is at about mile 11.5 of the Seward Highway at the Divide ski area trailhead. The north end of the trail starts at approximately 1/2 mile from the north end of the Primrose Trail. This trail travels through...
        55 1.5 7 miles 1,488 ft 39
        From ~MP 6.5 of the Seward Highway, head up Bear Lake Rd. until it ends at Bleth St. The trail heads into the woods on the north side of the "L" intersection. The trail winds alongside Bear Lake for a couple of miles before making a...
        50 0.0 1 mile 31 ft 16
        Moderately popular white difficulty paved path. This multi-use trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 42 minutes to complete this trail.
        30 0.0 3 miles 1,470 ft 8
        Less popular blue difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions.

        Recent Ride Log Activity in Region

        Today
        • 0 rides
        Yesterday
        • 0 rides
        Past Week
        • 15 rides

        Photos of Seward Mountain Bike

        mtb
        422 |
        Sep 26, 2018 @ 2:51pm
        Sep 26, 2018
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        389 |
        Sep 11, 2018 @ 2:42pm
        Sep 11, 2018
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        80 |
        May 22, 2025 @ 3:40pm
        May 22, 2025
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        37 |
        Apr 30, 2025 @ 9:34am
        Apr 30, 2025
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        52 |
        Sep 14, 2024 @ 10:28am
        Sep 14, 2024
        mtb
        143 |
        Jul 5, 2023 @ 12:50pm
        Jul 5, 2023
        mtb
        85 |
        Dec 27, 2021 @ 12:48pm
        Dec 27, 2021
        mtb
        178 |
        Sep 13, 2021 @ 11:38pm
        Sep 13, 2021
        mtb
        173 |
        Sep 13, 2021 @ 11:38pm
        Sep 13, 2021
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        168 |
        Sep 13, 2021 @ 11:38pm
        Sep 13, 2021
        mtb
        140 |
        Sep 13, 2021 @ 11:38pm
        Sep 13, 2021
        mtb
        164 |
        Sep 13, 2021 @ 11:37pm
        Sep 13, 2021

        Videos of Seward Mountain Bike

        Lost Lake
        mtb
        5:33 | 242 | Jul 6, 2020
        Primrose
        mtb
        0:55 | 332 | Sep 24, 2018
        mtb
        0:27 | 219 | Oct 2, 2016
        Lost Lake
        mtb
        4:33 | 238 | Jul 20, 2016
        Alaska's Lost Lake Trail
        mtb
        5:22 | 580 | Oct 24, 2012
        Biking: Into The Wild - An Alaskan Adventure...
        mtb
        14:09 | 140 | Feb 17, 2025 , Seward
        Lost Lake October Bike
        mtb
        3:26 | 258 | Sep 12, 2022 , Seward
        youtuber Why Summer in Alaska is a mixed bag.
        mtb
        15:08 | 341 | Sep 8, 2022 , Seward

        Recent Trail Reports

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        Rippies
        Aug 13, 2026 @ 2:38pm (America/Anchorage)
        Aug 13, 2026
        IdealTrail Running Trail was fantastic today. Recent rain...BCBassett
        Skyline Trail
        Aug 13, 2026 @ 2:38pm (America/Anchorage)
        Aug 13, 2026
        IdealTrail Running Trail was fantastic today. Recent rain...BCBassett
        Mount Marathon Trail
        Aug 13, 2026 @ 2:38pm (America/Anchorage)
        Aug 13, 2026
        IdealTrail Running Trail was fantastic today. Recent rain...BCBassett
        Mount Marathon Trail
        Aug 13, 2026 @ 2:38pm (America/Anchorage)
        Aug 13, 2026
        IdealTrail Running Trail was fantastic today. Recent rain...BCBassett
        Resurrection Bay Bike Path
        Jul 31, 2026 @ 10:11am (America/Anchorage)
        Jul 31, 2026
        DryE-Bike iBam
        Seward Highway Bike Path
        Jul 31, 2026 @ 10:11am (America/Anchorage)
        Jul 31, 2026
        DryE-Bike Paved path all the wayiBam
        Meridian Lakes (Iditarod NHT)
        Jun 18, 2026 @ 7:22am (America/Anchorage)
        Jun 18, 2026
        IdealHike Trail is in great shape. A few very small...Brantgrifka
        Mount Marathon Trail
        Jun 12, 2026 @ 12:57pm (America/Anchorage)
        Jun 12, 2026
        IdealHike technically closed though the city...benmathews
        Lower Fairy Forest
        Jun 12, 2026 @ 12:57pm (America/Anchorage)
        Jun 12, 2026
        IdealHike benmathews
        Slutty Fuel
        Jun 12, 2026 @ 12:57pm (America/Anchorage)
        Jun 12, 2026
        WetHike deadfalls and high water make this...benmathews

        Activity Feed

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        BCBassettaddreportactivity #101434977 and 3 more
        Aug 13, 2026 @ 11:19pm
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        Aug 7, 2026 @ 9:12pm
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        Aug 1, 2026 @ 12:19pm
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        iBamaddreportactivity #100459321 and 1 more
        Jul 31, 2026 @ 10:05pm
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        JacobPetersenriddentrailactivity #100252156 and 2 more
        Jul 28, 2026 @ 11:31pm
        Jul 28, 2026

        Recent Comments

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        KillianwU6fQdtrailMoney On The VineThis is not a mountain bike trail it’s is to...
        May 31, 2025 @ 2:13pm
        May 31, 2025
        tod99trailMount Marathon TrailHaha not arguing with the...
        May 2, 2025 @ 1:37pm
        May 2, 2025
        cyrusmoqtaderitrailLost Lake TrailFantastic trail for MTB. A tough uphill but...
        Jul 8, 2024 @ 6:51pm
        Jul 8, 2024
        cyrusmoqtaderitrailTwo Lake Loop TrailSurprisingly fun MTB ride if you happen to be...
        Jul 8, 2024 @ 6:48pm
        Jul 8, 2024
        cyrusmoqtaderitrailSkyline TrailHaving run this ill say that this really is...
        Jul 8, 2024 @ 6:47pm
        Jul 8, 2024

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        Activity Type Stats

        activitytypetrailsdistancedescentdescent distancetotal verticalratingglobal rankstate rankphotosreportsroutesactivity logs
        Mountain Bike3467 miles10,125 ft26 miles2,848 ft
        #3,356#1,15856551,650
        E-Bike77 miles1,089 ft2 miles686 ft
        #7,264#2,2004023
        Gravel Bike56 miles26 ft1 mile453 ft
        #4,204#1,4827
        Hike4579 miles11,099 ft28 miles3,517 ft
        #3,209#1,14485521,588
        Trail Running4579 miles11,099 ft28 miles3,517 ft
        #3,083#88955303
        ATV/ORV/OHV21,726 ft151 ft16 ft
        51
        Snowshoe89 miles656 ft2 miles3,517 ft
        #1,053#53819
        Backcountry Ski89 miles656 ft2 miles3,517 ft
        #545#16427

        Frequently Asked Questions About Seward

        What are the best places to ride in Seward?
        Seward has 3 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
        What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Seward?
        The highest rated mountain biking trails in Seward are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by rating.
        What is the best time of the year to ride in Seward?
        Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride in Seward are:
        • July (46 activities)
        • August (27 activities)
        • June (25 activities)
        Check the Seward reports page for current trail conditions, recent trail reports, and seasonal information from the local community.
        Where can I park to ride in Seward?
        There are 12 parking locations listed in Seward. The most popular parking spots are: View all parking and trailhead locations on the map to plan your visit.
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