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SaveAs one of B.C's largest growing municipalities, of its own modest size, Sooke is poised to become the outdoor recreation capital of Vancouver Island- with mountain biking as the prominent jewel in its heavily encrusted crown.
The region includes Sooke, East Sooke, Otter Point and most of the Sooke Hills.
The region includes Sooke, East Sooke, Otter Point and most of the Sooke Hills.
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- Mountain Bike
58 trails
- E-Bike
37 trails
- Gravel Bike
32 trails
- Adaptive Bike
2 trails
- Winter Fat Bike
0 trails
- Horse
17 trails
- Hike
148 trails
- Trail Running
147 trails
Region Details
- 15
- 3
- 16
- 21
- 3
Region Status
Open as of Nov 4, 2026
Stats
- Avg Trail Rating
- Trails (view details)
- 160
- Trails Mountain Bike
- 58
- Trails E-Bike
- 37
- Trails Gravel Bike
- 32
- Trails Adaptive Bike
- 2
- Trails Horse
- 17
- Trails Hike
- 148
- Trails Trail Running
- 147
- Total Distance
- 142 miles
- Total Descent
- 25,312 ft
- Total Vertical
- 2,192 ft
- Highest Trailhead
- 2,195 ft
- Reports
- 1,427
- Photos
- 361
- Completed Counter
- 25,017
Sub Regions
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Harbourview
- 4
- 11
- 1
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Sooke Hills Wilderness
- 7
- 1
Popular Sooke Mountain Biking Trails
• 100 ★ 3.9 • 1,371 ft • 0 ft • 1,220 •
Continuation from GT1, finishing trail to the Harbourview trail network. Flowing and steep trail with bermed corners, rolling drops and more. A great way to end the ride! Drops right to the parking lot.
• 95 ★ 4.3 • 3,711 ft • 99 ft • 1,187 •
Finishing trails to the Harbourview network, short climb then a mix of short drops & rock rolls.
• 100 ★ 4.5 • 4,764 ft • 80 ft • 1,053 •
Continuation of the spicy route down the front side of Mt Manuel Quimper. A short climb up from Quimper Main takes you to a scenic overlook of Sooke Basin. The trail continues down several rocky steep sections, through some meadows then...
• 95 ★ 3.8 • 3,645 ft • 11 ft • 961 •
Section of singletrack parallel to Harbourview Road. A mix of flowing and tight technical trail with roots and sharp corners.
• 100 ★ 4.1 • 2,477 ft • 0 ft • 891 •
Named after a family of 3 bears who's mother used the trail to walk her cubs to school. Here the elevation continues to flatten out as you come closer to the end with XC singletrack and some smaller rock rolls and tight tree sections.
• 90 ★ 2.4 • 4,272 ft • 686 ft • 884 • • hike
Steep and rough trail to the summit of Mt Quimper. Old road grade has become well washed out and loose over time from erosion and motorized traffic. Primarily a hiking trail, but walking/pushing your bike up is permitted. Biking down is...
• 90 ★ 4.3 • 3,537 ft • 0 ft • 849 •
A somewhat spicy route down the front side of Mt Manuel Quimper. Head south from the summit, through rocky meadows then into the trees. A number of challenging rock slabs and step-downs will keep you on your toes. Rideable year round,...
• 80 ★ 3.0 • 1,545 ft • 26 ft • 806 •
Can be ridden in either direction, wet or dry. A single track trail alternative to the road to connect Lower FM radio (AKA Kumquat) and Hump Trails.
Sooke Mountain Bike Routes
5 miles • 1,467 ft • 5 •
Join us for a virtual poker ride! Complete the route and come back to Fuca cycles to gain poker cards from...
★ 3.0 • 12 miles • 2,000 ft • 6 •
Nice long ride to a couple of fine swimming lakes culminating in the stunning Ridge Trail and its superb...
12 miles • 2,631 ft • 5 • Loop •
Proposed route for event Big Mountain MTB Challenge - Sooke,
39 miles • 3,397 ft • 10 • Loop •
Harbourview parking lot to Sooke Hills Wilderness (GT1 / Stonecrop 2 included just for fun) - and on to...
13 miles • 2,186 ft • 25 • Point to Point •
A ride that makes you feel that you are far away from the urban sprawl. Ridge Trail is the highlight with...
Photos of Sooke Mountain Bike
Videos of Sooke Mountain Bike
Recent Trail Reports
| status | trail | date | condition | info | user |
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| The Last Mile | Nov 4, 2026 @ 12:42pm (America/Vancouver) Nov 4, 2026 | Ideal | Andrewr31DWX | ||
| FM Radio (Juniper) | Oct 25, 2026 @ 9:57am (America/Vancouver) Oct 25, 2026 | Variable | shmarv | ||
| New K2 | Oct 11, 2026 @ 10:39am (America/Vancouver) Oct 11, 2026 | Ideal | Andrewr31DWX | ||
| Sword Fern | Oct 11, 2026 @ 10:39am (America/Vancouver) Oct 11, 2026 | Ideal | Andrewr31DWX | ||
| Downhill Bike Run | Oct 6, 2026 @ 11:21am (America/Vancouver) Oct 6, 2026 | Wet | Andrewr31DWX | ||
| Ridge Trail | Oct 4, 2026 @ 9:48am (America/Vancouver) Oct 4, 2026 | Ideal | Andrewr31DWX | ||
| GT2 (Stonecrop 3) | Sep 27, 2026 @ 9:40am (America/Vancouver) Sep 27, 2026 | Ideal | Andrewr31DWX | ||
| GT1 (Stonecrop 2) | Sep 27, 2026 @ 9:40am (America/Vancouver) Sep 27, 2026 | Ideal | Andrewr31DWX | ||
| 3 Bears (Bracken) | Sep 27, 2026 @ 9:40am (America/Vancouver) Sep 27, 2026 | Ideal | Andrewr31DWX | ||
| K2 (Manzanita) | Sep 27, 2026 @ 9:40am (America/Vancouver) Sep 27, 2026 | Ideal | Andrewr31DWX |
Activity Feed
| username | action | type | title | date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| patheck | comment | report | activity #107387855 | Nov 7, 2026 @ 3:51pm Nov 7, 2026 |
| Andrewr31DWX | add | report | activity #107195223 | Nov 4, 2026 @ 11:42am Nov 4, 2026 |
| Andrewr31DWX | comment | report | activity #107195162 | Nov 4, 2026 @ 11:40am Nov 4, 2026 |
| patheck | add | report | activity #107047696 | Nov 1, 2026 @ 4:51pm Nov 1, 2026 |
| lee-kolbuck | comment | trail | activity #106969858 | Oct 31, 2026 @ 4:36pm Oct 31, 2026 |
Recent Comments
| username | type | title | comment | date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| report | Thank you! | Nov 7, 2026 @ 3:51pm Nov 7, 2026 | ||
| report | I cleared the log at the start | Nov 4, 2026 @ 11:40am Nov 4, 2026 | ||
| trail | Definitely a well earned double black for... | Oct 31, 2026 @ 4:36pm Oct 31, 2026 | ||
| trail | Jank tech with lots of pedaling. | Aug 13, 2026 @ 9:12pm Aug 13, 2026 | ||
| trail | } | Aug 12, 2026 @ 4:35pm Aug 12, 2026 |
Local Badges
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10 Black Trails351 awarded -
Epic Ride Climb 2k62 awarded -
Climbing 10k Badge99 awarded -
Climbing 100k Badge2 awarded -
Epic Ride Descent 2k64 awarded -
Descent 10k Badge100 awarded
Bike & Skill Parks
| name | type | city | rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sooke Bike Park | skill park | Sooke |
Activity Type Stats
| activitytype | trails | distance | descent | descent distance | total vertical | rating | global rank | state rank | photos | reports | routes | activity logs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mountain Bike | 58 | 51 miles | 10,361 ft | 24 miles | 1,765 ft | #1,447 | #60 | 270 | 1,424 | 8 | 15,197 | |
| E-Bike | 37 | 41 miles | 7,549 ft | 20 miles | 1,732 ft | #2,642 | #72 | 8 | 1,370 | 1,571 | ||
| Gravel Bike | 32 | 41 miles | 3,934 ft | 17 miles | 1,778 ft | #1,384 | #56 | 237 | 1 | 223 | ||
| Adaptive Bike | 2 | 8 miles | 427 ft | 6 miles | 394 ft | #2,809 | #74 | 12 | ||||
| Horse | 17 | 25 miles | 2,382 ft | 12 miles | 1,414 ft | #1,166 | #39 | 320 | 9 | |||
| Hike | 148 | 135 miles | 20,938 ft | 52 miles | 2,192 ft | #651 | #42 | 39 | 1,274 | 2 | 3,640 | |
| Trail Running | 147 | 135 miles | 20,932 ft | 52 miles | 2,192 ft | #687 | #35 | 43 | 1,271 | 2 | 1,298 |
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the best places to ride in Sooke?
Sooke has 7 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
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What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Sooke?
The highest rated mountain biking trails in Sooke are:
- Zig Zag (Rocky Mountain Ridge) (4.6/5)
- New K2 (4.5/5)
- Raven (4.4/5)
- K2 (Manzanita) (4.3/5)
- Airflow (Arbutus) (4.2/5)
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What is the best time of the year to ride in Sooke?
Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride in Sooke are:
- April (246 activities)
- May (217 activities)
- July (188 activities)
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Where can I park to ride in Sooke?
There are 19 parking locations listed in Sooke. The most popular parking spots are: View all parking and trailhead locations on the map to plan your visit.
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What is the longest trail in Sooke?
The longest trail in Sooke is Grass Lake Trail at 3.8 km. View all trails sorted by distance.
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What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Sooke?
The best hiking trails in Sooke are: View all hiking trails sorted by popularity score.
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What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Sooke?
The best trail running trails in Sooke are: View all trail running trails sorted by popularity score.
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How many trails are in Sooke?
Sooke has a total of 160 trails. Of those, 58 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in Sooke to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
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Which trail has the most elevation gain in Sooke?
The trail with the most elevation gain in Sooke is Todd Creek Trail with 267 m of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
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Which trail has the most elevation descent in Sooke?
The trail with the most elevation descent in Sooke is Ridge Trail with 288 m of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
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What activities are most popular in Sooke?
Sooke supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Gravel Biking, Adaptive Biking, Winter Fat Biking, Horseback, Hiking, Trail Running.
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What bike services are there in Sooke?
The following bike services are available in Sooke:
- Bike Shop (2)
- Trail Association (1)
- Club (1)
- Trail Builders (1)
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What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Sooke?
The steepest mountain biking trail in Sooke is Mt Quimper North Trail (Push Up) with an average grade of 16.1%. View all trails sorted by grade.
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Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Sooke?
Yes, there are 23 scenic viewpoints marked along trails in Sooke. Some popular viewpoints include: Explore more points of interest to find trails with the best views.
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Are there any trails with waterfalls in Sooke?
Yes, there are 2 waterfall locations noted along trails in Sooke. View the points of interest map to discover trails near waterfalls.
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Are the trails open in Sooke?
The overall region status for Sooke is Clear / Green. Out of 62 trails:
- Clear / Green: 51
- Minor Issue / Yellow: 8
- Significant Issue / Amber: 3
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What are the trail conditions in Sooke?
Based on trail reports from the past week in Sooke:
- Ideal: 1 trail
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Can I ride an ebike in Sooke?
Yes, Sooke supports e-bike riding. There are 32 trails in Sooke that allow e-bikes. Check the e-bike trails listing for specific trail access details and any local regulations.
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What are the most popular mountain biking routes in Sooke?
The most popular mountain biking routes in Sooke are: View all mountain biking routes in Sooke.
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What type of bike is most common in Sooke?
Based on activity log data, the most common bike types used in Sooke are:
- AM (305 activities)
- DH (17 activities)
- XC (15 activities)
- DJ (2 activities)
- Fat (1 activities)
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What is the highest summit in Sooke?
The highest summit in Sooke is Mount Muir at 890 m elevation.
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What are the most popular Strava Segments in Sooke?
The most popular Strava segments in Sooke are:
- 45 2 47 No Tress (5,169 athletes)
- campground to leechtown dash (2,893 athletes)
- GT2 Too (2,050 athletes)
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Are there accessible or adaptive trails in Sooke?
Yes, there are 1 accessible/adaptive trails in Sooke. View all adaptive trails in Sooke for specific accessibility information.
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Are there local clubs or events in Sooke?
There are 3 local clubs or associations listed in the Sooke directory. Browse the local directory for details.
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What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Sooke?
The most popular mountain biking trails in Sooke are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by popularity.
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What are the best beginner ride trails in Sooke?
The best beginner mountain biking trails in Sooke are:
- Pearson College Trail (0/5)
- Ron Weir Trail (0/5)
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