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      Sun Mountain is packed full of singletrack and doubletrack trails of all difficulty, find your line and ride.

      PLEASE NOTE: Hunting season is typically mid to late October each year . Please be aware of active hunting in this area and be respectful and careful.
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      Primary Trail Type: Cross-Country
      eBikes Allowed: No
      AKA: Chickadee
      Land Status: National Forest
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      Region Details
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      Region Status
      Caution as of Aug 25, 2026
      Local Trail Association

      Stats

      Avg Trail Rating
      Trails (view details)
      56
      Trails Mountain Bike
      40
      Trails E-Bike
      4
      Trails Gravel Bike
      14
      Trails Adaptive Bike
      7
      Trails Winter Fat Bike
      1
      Trails Horse
      13
      Trails Hike
      52
      Trails Trail Running
      52
      Trails Dirtbike/Moto
      2
      Trails Snowshoe
      2
      Trails Nordic Ski
      20
      Total Distance
      81 miles
      Total Descent
      13,112 ft
      Total Vertical
      2,740 ft
      Highest Trailhead
      4,938 ft
      Reports
      837
      Photos
      250
      Completed Counter
      17,881

      Popular Sun Mountain Mountain Biking Trails

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      Climb It Change Upper Caution
      • 100 ★ 3.7 • 2 miles • 683 ft • 1,207 •
      Climbing Trail from Lower Climb It or Inner Passage to the top of , , and .
      Magpie multi-use
      • 100 ★ 4.0 • 3,520 ft • 19 ft • 1,194 •
      Highly rated popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 8 minutes to complete this trail.
      9
      Climb It Change Lower Caution
      • 100 ★ 4.1 • 1 mile • 380 ft • 1,165 •
      Climbing trail to get to upper Sun Mountain trails and ultimately trail
      14
      Pete's Dragon
      • 95 ★ 4.7 • 3 miles • 29 ft • 749 •
      is the trail to ride in the Sun Mountain area. A must-ride trial that has well-built berms and plenty of rollable features that will make riders of all abilities smile. The trail has three distinct sections (upper, middle, and Lower)...
      76
      Thompson Ridge
      • 90 ★ 4.4 • 13 miles • 2,344 ft • 625 •
      is designed to be ridden clockwise or south to north. Offers nice climbing grade with many view opportunities etc. Mix of open meadows, forested areas and rock outcroppings. Descending off the north end is fast and fun with many options...
      15
      Wild Turkey
      • 95 ★ 4.2 • 1 mile • 701 ft • 612 •
      Largely Rebuilt in 2023 by Evergreen, is a step up in difficulty from . It has table tops, rollable doubles, step-ups, step-downs, and shark fins. The largest jump is near the bottom at 25 feet to the sweet spot.
      32
      Coal Creek Warning!
      • 85 ★ 4.6 • 5 miles • 719 ft • 481 •
      A nice flowing singletrack trail that follows the ridge to the east of . Trail starts at the intersection of and road and gently gains the first summit and then descends south on the ridge towards Twisp River road. Return can be the...
      4
      Patterson Lake Trail Warning!
      • 90 ★ 3.0 • 2 miles • 132 ft • 434 •
      provides excellent views of the lake below and is only an intermediate trail because it bench cuts along a mid bank edge. It is super smooth and has many ups and downs as it follows the contours of the hills. Definitely worth a ride.

      Recent Ride Log Activity in Region

      Today
      • 1 rides
      Yesterday
      • 4 rides
      Past Week
      • 21 rides

      Sun Mountain Mountain Bike Routes

      104
      Chickadee to Thompson Ridge Trail loop
      ★ 4.0 • 20 miles • 3,602 ft • 4 •
      Great Sun Mountain 20 mile sampler. Utilizes most of the new trails at Sun Mountain to make a great loop....
      26
      30 Miles of Sun Mountain (Part 2)
      11 miles • 1,638 ft • 5 •
      part 2 of the 30 miles of Sun Mountain.. this segment climbs back up the Upper Climb trail to access the...
      89
      30 Miles of Sun Mountain (Part 1)
      17 miles • 3,476 ft • 5 • Loop •
      part 1 of a 29 mile route that starts at .. part 1 is the segment.. the entire route can take 5 hrs..
      57
      Dirt Abides MTB Series 24 Methow Mash Sport Course
      17 miles • 2,311 ft • 15 • Loop •
      Course for the Sport Category.
      11
      Sport Loop Dirt Abides 23
      10 miles • 1,532 ft • 5 •
      Sport loop is beginner plus this
      17
      6 mile Black Bear
      6 miles • 877 ft • 3 •
      Nice trip around Sun Mountain - 6 miles

      Photos of Sun Mountain Mountain Bike

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      Videos of Sun Mountain Mountain Bike

      The tight turn
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      0:07 | | Sep 19, 2023
      Magpie to Black Bear
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      7:04 | 904 | Oct 27, 2016
      Magpie - Sun Mountain
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      3:05 | 121 | May 28, 2015
      youtuber POV: Going with the Flow on Thompson Ridge
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      7:25 | 82 | Jun 30, 2026 , Winthrop
      Whistler Jumps in Wenatchee?
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      374 | Oct 9, 2023 , Winthrop
      Whistler Jumps in Wenatchee?
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      688 | Oct 9, 2023 , Winthrop
      youtuber Coal Creek and Pete's Dragon
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      10:12 | 882 | Aug 6, 2022 , Winthrop
      youtuber Coal Creek and Pete's Dragon
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      10:12 | 793 | Aug 6, 2022 , Winthrop

      Current Trail Warnings

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      Rodeo Trail
      Aug 25, 2026 @ 2:39pm (America/Los_Angeles)
      Aug 25, 2026
      		 UnknownOZoneInvaderTwo trees down nearer the chickadee trailhead

      Recent Trail Reports

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      Climb It Change Upper
      Aug 25, 2026 @ 4:27pm (America/Los_Angeles)
      Aug 25, 2026
      		 Dry Five trees across the trail, three of the...smokejump9
      Chickadee connector
      Jul 1, 2026 @ 12:29pm (America/Los_Angeles)
      Jul 1, 2026
      		 DryJoeintern
      Magpie multi-use
      Jul 1, 2026 @ 12:29pm (America/Los_Angeles)
      Jul 1, 2026
      		 DryJoeintern
      Yellowjacket
      Oct 1, 2025 @ 6:41am (America/Los_Angeles)
      Oct 1, 2025
      		 Very Dryslaughter327
      Lower Fox
      May 14, 2025 @ 1:50pm
      May 14, 2025
      		 Idealmarebearrr
      Meadowlark Trail
      Apr 19, 2024 @ 9:47am
      Apr 19, 2024
      		 IdealNitsua016

      Activity Feed

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      michaeluTJHf1wishlisttrailactivity #103749641
      Sep 13, 2026 @ 3:59pm
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      jillybeannwishlisttrailactivity #103449831
      Sep 9, 2026 @ 6:41pm
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      litespeed74wishlisttrailactivity #103290495
      Sep 7, 2026 @ 1:03pm
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      EchoFoxtrotBravoriddentrailactivity #103288835
      Sep 7, 2026 @ 12:47pm
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      nsteinsiekwishlisttrailactivity #103066176
      Sep 4, 2026 @ 9:13pm
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      Recent Comments

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      JSS-SeattletrailThompson RidgeDusty, loose, shadefree... This probably used...
      Aug 26, 2026 @ 10:15am
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      O0SVQFWAreportPete's DragonThanks!
      Aug 9, 2026 @ 7:14pm
      Aug 9, 2026
      quartermanztrailThompson RidgeMight have first tracks on this trail for the...
      Apr 27, 2026 @ 9:11am
      Apr 27, 2026
      barbersatrailClimb It Change Upper5 trees across trail.
      Nov 9, 2025 @ 11:30am
      Nov 9, 2025
      EAWeymullertrailWild TurkeyTurkey is in good shape other than downed...
      Oct 18, 2025 @ 7:40pm
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      Nearby Areas

      namedistance
      Liberty Bell School Campus 14.7 km
      Rendezvous Wildlife Area 2 26.4 km
      Pearrygin Lake State Park 1 16.9 km
      Lookout Mountain 1 18.8 km
      Pipestone Canyon 6 1 19.6 km

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      Activity Type Stats

      activitytypetrailsdistancedescentdescent distancetotal verticalratingglobal rankstate rankphotosreportsroutesactivity logs
      Mountain Bike4068 miles10,459 ft27 miles2,740 ft
      		#1,624#563248832126,685
      E-Bike44 miles102 ft5,272 ft354 ft
      		#8,338#2,597431298
      Gravel Bike1417 miles2,411 ft7 miles1,437 ft
      		#1,054#5473858
      Adaptive Bike79 miles1,227 ft4 miles1,437 ft
      		#1,062#5491391
      Winter Fat Bike11,289 ft36 ft
      		#1,054#547
      Horse1311 miles1,496 ft5 miles1,306 ft
      		#1,973#1,0511402
      Hike5277 miles12,372 ft31 miles2,740 ft
      		#3,019#1,00718271335
      Trail Running5277 miles12,372 ft31 miles2,740 ft
      		#2,351#5378271262
      Dirtbike/Moto23 miles92 ft4,859 ft62 ft
      		832
      Snowshoe21 mile13 ft413 ft243 ft
      		312
      Nordic Ski2024 miles2,822 ft11 miles1,234 ft
      		#463#1198627

      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Sun Mountain?
      The highest rated mountain biking trails in Sun Mountain are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by rating.
      ▼ What is the best time of the year to ride in Sun Mountain?
      Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride in Sun Mountain are:
      • May (292 activities)
      • June (224 activities)
      • July (186 activities)
      Check the Sun Mountain reports page for current trail conditions, recent trail reports, and seasonal information from the local community.
      ▼ Where can I park to ride in Sun Mountain?
      There are 10 parking locations listed in Sun Mountain. 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 Sun Mountain?
      The longest trail in Sun Mountain is Thompson Ridge at 13.0 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
      ▼ What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Sun Mountain?
      ▼ What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Sun Mountain?
      ▼ How many trails are in Sun Mountain?
      Sun Mountain has a total of 56 trails. Of those, 40 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in Sun Mountain to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
      ▼ Which trail has the most elevation gain in Sun Mountain?
      The trail with the most elevation gain in Sun Mountain is Thompson Ridge with 2,344 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
      ▼ Which trail has the most elevation descent in Sun Mountain?
      The trail with the most elevation descent in Sun Mountain is Thompson Ridge with 2,870 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
      ▼ What activities are most popular in Sun Mountain?
      Sun Mountain supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Horseback, Hiking, Trail Running, Nordic Skiing.
      ▼ What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Sun Mountain?
      The steepest mountain biking trail in Sun Mountain is Wild Turkey with an average grade of 11.5%. View all trails sorted by grade.
      ▼ Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Sun Mountain?
      Yes, there are 1 scenic viewpoints marked along trails in Sun Mountain. Some popular viewpoints include: Explore more points of interest to find trails with the best views.
      ▼ Are the trails open in Sun Mountain?
      The overall region status for Sun Mountain is Minor Issue / Yellow. Out of 34 trails:
      • Clear / Green: 27
      • Minor Issue / Yellow: 3
      • Significant Issue / Amber: 1
      • Closed: 3
      View the full trail status page for the latest updates.
      ▼ Can I ride an ebike in Sun Mountain?
      Yes, Sun Mountain supports e-bike riding. There are 4 trails in Sun Mountain 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 Sun Mountain?
      ▼ What type of bike is most common in Sun Mountain?
      Based on activity log data, the most common bike types used in Sun Mountain are:
      • AM (56 activities)
      • XC (9 activities)
      • DH (2 activities)
      • Adaptive MTB (1 activities)
      Check the Sun Mountain activity logs for more details.
      ▼ What are the most popular Strava Segments in Sun Mountain?
      The most popular Strava segments in Sun Mountain are:
      • middle Climbatology (2,530 athletes)
      • Patterson Lake Trail, South (1,275 athletes)
      • Climb-It Change Lower (935 athletes)
      View all Strava segments in Sun Mountain.
      ▼ What trails are closed in Sun Mountain?
      There are currently 3 closed trails in Sun Mountain. The breakdown of all trail statuses is:
      • Clear / Green: 27
      • Minor Issue / Yellow: 3
      • Significant Issue / Amber: 1
      • Closed: 3
      View all closed trails for the latest updates.
      ▼ What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Sun Mountain?
      ▼ What are the best beginner ride trails in Sun Mountain?
      The best beginner mountain biking trails in Sun Mountain are: View all beginner mountain biking trails in Sun Mountain.
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