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      Woodside 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, Gravel Biking, Mountain Biking, Horseback and Adaptive Biking. Scenery includes ridgelines and creeks. Many trails are family friendly. Popular destinations include Purisima Creek Redwoods Open Space Preserve, Huddart County Park and Wunderlich County Park.
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      Region Status
      Open as of Nov 5, 2026

      Stats

      Avg Trail Rating
      Trails (view details)
      47
      Trails Mountain Bike
      11
      Trails Gravel Bike
      14
      Trails Adaptive Bike
      3
      Trails Horse
      8
      Trails Hike
      47
      Trails Trail Running
      47
      Total Distance
      71 miles
      Total Descent
      13,054 ft
      Total Vertical
      2,179 ft
      Highest Trailhead
      2,271 ft
      Reports
      97
      Photos
      27
      Completed Counter
      4,360

      Sub Regions

      Popular Woodside Mountain Biking Trails

      • 95 ★ 4.3 • 2 miles • 0 ft • 310 •
      Beautiful singletrack with views and lush forests. No technical difficulties. Rated blue only for steepness of slope. Steep climbing sections at bottom if ascending. Closed during wet season.
      • 100 ★ 0.0 • 3,389 ft • 24 ft • 219 •
      Popular green difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 4 minutes to complete this trail.
      • 60 ★ 2.6 • 3 miles • 1,424 ft • 197 •
      This is a steep, slightly beat up fire road with some extremely steep sections. You have to be very strong to climb it without pushing.
      • 75 ★ 2.8 • 2 miles • 998 ft • 190 •
      A dirt road with rolling dips through a beautiful redwood forest. Fairly steep climbs followed by short level sections to catch your breath. OK down hill for a dirt road. Grabtown Gulch is a funner downhill.
      • 70 ★ 3.3 • 2 miles • 20 ft • 166 •
      Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail. On average it takes 10 minutes to complete this trail.
      • 20 ★ 0.0 • 2 miles • 949 ft • 19 •
      Less popular blue difficulty mixed. This multi-use trail can be used both directions and has a moderate overall physical rating with a 949 ft blue climb. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 38 minutes to complete this trail.
      • 35 ★ 0.0 • 2,454 ft • 163 ft • 6 •
      Less popular green difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 8 minutes to complete this trail.
      • 45 ★ 0.0 • 3,425 ft • 210 ft • 2 •
      Moderately popular green difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 4 minutes to complete this trail.

      Recent Ride Log Activity in Region

      Today

      • 2 rides

      Yesterday

      • 5 rides
      Past Week
      • 31 rides

      Woodside Mountain Bike Routes

      15 miles • 3,258 ft • 5 • Loop •
      Three loops at El Corte de Madera starting from the Skeggs Point parking lot. Easy to bail out after 1 or...
      17 miles • 3,736 ft • 8 • Loop •
      Similar to other "long" loops of Skeggs-n-eggs, this one optimizes climbing to be a little easier, but...
      12 miles • 2,219 ft • 7 • Loop •
      Figure 8 Loop with Upper Fir, Manzanita, Oljon and Blue Blossom
      • 13 miles • 2,389 ft • 0 •
      • 6 miles • 1,909 ft • 3 •
      • 10 miles • 2,878 ft • 5 •

      Photos of Woodside Mountain Bike

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      Jun 1, 2021 @ 1:25pm
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      Sep 3, 2018 @ 2:39pm
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      Videos of Woodside Mountain Bike

      Whittemore Gulch Trail 7 11 2025
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      10:31 | 147 | Jul 13, 2025 , Woodside
      Purisima Creek, Harkins Ridge Trail
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      14:06 | 114 | Jul 12, 2025 , Woodside

      Recent Trail Reports

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      Comstock
      Nov 5, 2026 @ 5:32am (America/Los_Angeles)
      Nov 5, 2026
      UnknownTrail Running all okHillbillyPro
      Purisima Creek Trail
      Aug 16, 2026 @ 4:20pm (America/Los_Angeles)
      Aug 16, 2026
      VariableAdaptive Bike August dry with sections of moist trails...JDSoldera
      Whittemore Gulch Trail
      Aug 14, 2026 @ 3:51pm (America/Los_Angeles)
      Aug 14, 2026
      WetAdaptive Bike Really good grip. Mostly moist trailsJDSoldera
      Harkins Ridge Trail
      Aug 14, 2026 @ 3:51pm (America/Los_Angeles)
      Aug 14, 2026
      VariableAdaptive Bike Perfectly dry in some areas and...JDSoldera
      Cowell Beach Access Trail
      Aug 9, 2025 @ 9:36am
      Aug 9, 2025
      Dryrumbleman97
      Woodside Trail
      Apr 13, 2025 @ 11:29am
      Apr 13, 2025
      UnknownMHxDNUCD
      North Ridge Trail
      Jan 23, 2024 @ 4:04pm
      Jan 23, 2024
      Wetxciscool
      Grabtown Gulch Trail
      Jan 23, 2024 @ 4:03pm
      Jan 23, 2024
      Wetxciscool

      Activity Feed

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      Oct 25, 2026 @ 5:45pm
      Oct 25, 2026

      Recent Comments

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      JohnThralltrailNorth Ridge TrailThis trail/fire road has some STEEP pitches on...
      Dec 13, 2025 @ 1:52pm
      Dec 13, 2025
      bos31337trailHarkins Ridge TrailIf you’d want to climb this, be aware that...
      Jul 19, 2025 @ 10:57pm
      Jul 19, 2025
      KonaSkyytrailHarkins Ridge Trail1,400 foot climb in 3 miles Yeah that will get...
      Jul 15, 2025 @ 10:06am
      Jul 15, 2025
      xstertrailHarkins Ridge TrailGenerally pretty boring. A steep fire road....
      Mar 15, 2024 @ 1:15pm
      Mar 15, 2024
      malbers13trailPurisima Creek TrailParking lot closed for storm repairs. No...
      Jun 29, 2023 @ 2:42pm
      Jun 29, 2023

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      Activity Type Stats

      activitytypetrailsdistancedescentdescent distancetotal verticalratingglobal rankstate rankphotosreportsroutesactivity logs
      Mountain Bike1119 miles3,015 ft7 miles1,939 ft
      #6,869#229279736,298
      Gravel Bike1424 miles3,927 ft9 miles1,982 ft
      #2,382#1063552
      Adaptive Bike310 miles479 ft2 miles1,591 ft
      #3,628#117373
      Horse814 miles2,628 ft6 miles1,503 ft
      #2,452#1746
      Hike4771 miles13,054 ft30 miles2,178 ft
      #3,524#1519731,366
      Trail Running4771 miles13,054 ft30 miles2,178 ft
      #3,496#13297505

      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ What are the best places to ride in Woodside?
      Woodside has 3 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
      ▼ What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Woodside?
      ▼ What is the best time of the year to ride in Woodside?
      Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride in Woodside are:
      • August (58 activities)
      • September (58 activities)
      • November (52 activities)
      Check the Woodside reports page for current trail conditions, recent trail reports, and seasonal information from the local community.
      ▼ Where can I park to ride in Woodside?
      There are 10 parking locations listed in Woodside. 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 Woodside?
      The longest trail in Woodside is Harkins Ridge Trail at 3.0 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
      ▼ What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Woodside?
      ▼ What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Woodside?
      ▼ How many trails are in Woodside?
      Woodside has a total of 47 trails. Of those, 11 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in Woodside to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
      ▼ Which trail has the most elevation gain in Woodside?
      The trail with the most elevation gain in Woodside is Harkins Ridge Trail with 1,424 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
      ▼ Which trail has the most elevation descent in Woodside?
      The trail with the most elevation descent in Woodside is Whittemore Gulch Trail with 1,134 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
      ▼ What activities are most popular in Woodside?
      Woodside supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, Gravel Biking, Adaptive Biking, Horseback, Hiking, Trail Running.
      ▼ What bike services are there in Woodside?
      The following bike services are available in Woodside:
      • Race Team (1)
      Browse the full Woodside directory for details.
      ▼ What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Woodside?
      The steepest mountain biking trail in Woodside is Harkins Ridge Trail with an average grade of 8.1%. View all trails sorted by grade.
      ▼ Are the trails open in Woodside?
      The overall region status for Woodside is Clear / Green. Out of 20 trails:
      • Clear / Green: 15
      • Minor Issue / Yellow: 2
      • Closed: 3
      View the full trail status page for the latest updates.
      ▼ What are the most popular mountain biking routes in Woodside?
      ▼ What type of bike is most common in Woodside?
      Based on activity log data, the most common bike types used in Woodside are:
      • AM (14 activities)
      • XC (7 activities)
      • RD (6 activities)
      Check the Woodside activity logs for more details.
      ▼ What is the highest summit in Woodside?
      The highest summit in Woodside is Kings Mountain at 2,093 ft elevation.
      ▼ What are the most popular Strava Segments in Woodside?
      The most popular Strava segments in Woodside are:
      • PV: 84 Kings to Woodside (39,281 athletes)
      • Opening Salvo (4,205 athletes)
      • Borden to Britton (3,541 athletes)
      View all Strava segments in Woodside.
      ▼ What trails are closed in Woodside?
      There are currently 3 closed trails in Woodside. The breakdown of all trail statuses is:
      • Clear / Green: 15
      • Minor Issue / Yellow: 2
      • Closed: 3
      View all closed trails for the latest updates.
      ▼ Are there accessible or adaptive trails in Woodside?
      Yes, there are 3 accessible/adaptive trails in Woodside. View all adaptive trails in Woodside for specific accessibility information.
      ▼ What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Woodside?
      ▼ What are the best beginner ride trails in Woodside?
      The best beginner mountain biking trails in Woodside are: View all beginner mountain biking trails in Woodside.
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