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Yosemite trails and routes are listed on Trailforks with interactive trail maps, difficulty ratings, photos, and user-reported trail conditions. The Trailforks community has mapped hundreds of trails and shared hundreds of photos in this region. Supported activity types include Hiking, Trail Running, Horseback, Mountain Biking, Skiing, Snowshoeing, Backcountry Skiing and Adaptive Biking. Trails here are often faint trail. Scenery includes lakes, alpine terrain and creeks. Amenities include restrooms and huts. Popular destinations include Yosemite National Park, Yosemite Wilderness and Badger Pass Ski Area.
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- Mountain Bike
22 trails
- Adaptive Bike
2 trails
- Horse
92 trails
- Hike
196 trails
- Trail Running
195 trails
- Snowshoe
8 trails
- Downhill Ski
10 trails
- Backcountry Ski
6 trails
Region Details
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Region Status
Caution as of Oct 12, 2026Stats
- Avg Trail Rating
- Trails (view details)
- 210
- Trails Mountain Bike
- 22
- Trails E-Bike
- 3
- Trails Gravel Bike
- 20
- Trails Adaptive Bike
- 2
- Trails Winter Fat Bike
- 1
- Trails Horse
- 92
- Trails Hike
- 196
- Trails Trail Running
- 195
- Trails Dirtbike/Moto
- 1
- Trails ATV/ORV/OHV
- 1
- Trails Snowshoe
- 8
- Trails Downhill Ski
- 10
- Trails Backcountry Ski
- 6
- Trails Nordic Ski
- 1
- Total Distance
- 658 miles
- Total Descent Distance
- 255 miles
- Total Descent
- 102,699 ft
- Total Vertical
- 9,032 ft
- Highest Trailhead
- 12,907 ft
- Reports
- 117
- Photos
- 190
- Completed Counter
- 23,826
Articles
The Best Alternatives to Crowded National Park Campgrounds
May 23, 2025 from outsideonline.com
Scoring a campsite at popular U.S. national parks this summer is going to be harder than ever. Here are our favorite options nearby.
How to Visit Crowded (and Underfunded) National Parks This Summer
May 5, 2025 from ool-test.outsideonline.com
Our parks have never been more popular—or understaffed. Here’s what to expect this summer and how to navigate the busiest parks.
How to Visit Crowded (and Underfunded) National Parks This Summer
May 5, 2025 from outsideonline.com
Our parks have never been more popular—or understaffed. Here’s what to expect this summer and how to navigate the busiest parks.
Should Yosemite Close the Half Dome Cables? We Asked Alex Honnold.
Jul 30, 2024 from outsideonline.com
A recent tragedy on Yosemite’s iconic trail has revived a debate over safety. We asked veteran climbers Alex Honnold and Hans Florine to weigh in.
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Popular Yosemite Mountain Biking Trails
• 95 ★ 5.0 • 725 ft • 0 ft • 315 •
Popular white difficulty gravel path. This multi-use trail can be used both directions and has a easy overall physical rating with a 0 ft green climb. On average it takes 1 minutes to complete this trail.
• 100 ★ 0.0 • 4,108 ft • 8 ft • 292 •
Popular green difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 5 minutes to complete this trail.
• 75 ★ 0.0 • 1,634 ft • 6 ft • 137 • • hike
Popular white difficulty paved path. This hike primary trail can be used both directions and has a easy overall physical rating with a 6 ft green climb. On average it takes 3 minutes to complete this trail.
• 65 ★ 0.0 • 3,107 ft • 0 ft • 34 •
Moderately popular green difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 4 minutes to complete this trail.
• 35 ★ 4.5 • 10 miles • 529 ft • 33 •
Less popular green difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions and has a moderate overall physical rating. On average it takes 1 hour46 minutes to complete this trail.
• 45 ★ 0.0 • 2 miles • 207 ft • 3 •
Moderately popular green difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 34 minutes to complete this trail.
• 30 ★ 0.0 • 2 miles • 287 ft • 1 •
Less popular green difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions.
• 5 ★ 0.0 • 2 miles • 731 ft • 1 • • hike
Less popular blue difficulty singletrack. This hike primary trail can be used both directions and has a moderate overall physical rating with a 731 ft black diamond climb.
Photos of Yosemite Mountain Bike
Videos of Yosemite Mountain Bike
Recent Trail Reports
| status | trail | date | condition | info | user |
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| Yosemite Bike Path East | Oct 12, 2026 @ 1:00pm (America/Los_Angeles) Oct 12, 2026 | Variable | wharding | ||
| Tenaya Creek Road | Oct 12, 2026 @ 1:00pm (America/Los_Angeles) Oct 12, 2026 | Variable | wharding | ||
| Lower Yosemite Falls | May 26, 2026 @ 2:02pm (America/Los_Angeles) May 26, 2026 | Dry | Skisumo | ||
| Moss Canyon Road | Dec 10, 2025 @ 12:00pm (America/Los_Angeles) Dec 10, 2025 | Ideal | thomasjkenney1024 | ||
| Old Yosemite Coulterville Road | Dec 10, 2025 @ 12:00pm (America/Los_Angeles) Dec 10, 2025 | Unknown | thomasjkenney1024 | ||
| Valley Loop | Oct 23, 2025 @ 1:40pm (America/Los_Angeles) Oct 23, 2025 | Variable | mqua | ||
| Village Connector | Sep 13, 2025 @ 12:43pm (America/Los_Angeles) Sep 13, 2025 | Ideal | rlaca001 | ||
| Valley Loop Trail | May 31, 2024 @ 10:13pm May 31, 2024 | Ideal | Phillipm |
Activity Feed
| username | action | type | title | date |
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| wharding | add | report | activity #106870327 and 2 more | Oct 30, 2026 @ 9:50am Oct 30, 2026 |
| wharding | add | report | activity #106870180 | Oct 30, 2026 @ 9:48am Oct 30, 2026 |
| Noneya | ridden | trail | activity #106419445 | Oct 22, 2026 @ 10:14pm Oct 22, 2026 |
| sjtindall | add | report | activity #106019622 | Oct 16, 2026 @ 5:36pm Oct 16, 2026 |
| wharding | add | report | activity #105784033 | Oct 12, 2026 @ 5:48pm Oct 12, 2026 |
Recent Comments
| username | type | title | comment | date |
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| trail | I also asked a ranger and he said it is bike... | Apr 20, 2025 @ 4:04pm Apr 20, 2025 | ||
| trail | I asked the park rangers, this one is hiking... | Jun 11, 2024 @ 5:48pm Jun 11, 2024 | ||
| trail | Unbelievably beautiful!!! Alot of water... | May 10, 2024 @ 7:16pm May 10, 2024 | ||
| trail | E-Bikes are allowed | Apr 25, 2021 @ 8:36pm Apr 25, 2021 |
Activity Type Stats
| activitytype | trails | distance | descent | descent distance | total vertical | rating | global rank | state rank | photos | reports | routes | activity logs |
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| Mountain Bike | 22 | 50 miles | 4,455 ft | 21 miles | 5,883 ft | #4,067 | #142 | 111 | 112 | 2,436 | ||
| E-Bike | 3 | 5 miles | 187 ft | 1 mile | 2,165 ft | 111 | 150 | |||||
| Gravel Bike | 20 | 46 miles | 3,376 ft | 17 miles | 3,907 ft | 30 | ||||||
| Adaptive Bike | 2 | 4 miles | 177 ft | 1 mile | 469 ft | #6,456 | #235 | |||||
| Winter Fat Bike | 1 | 2 miles | 174 ft | 1 mile | 154 ft | 4 | 1 | |||||
| Horse | 92 | 475 miles | 70,525 ft | 186 miles | 7,264 ft | #28 | #31 | 10 | 3 | 1 | ||
| Hike | 196 | 642 miles | 99,491 ft | 246 miles | 9,032 ft | #63 | #5 | 61 | 117 | 6 | 12,005 | |
| Trail Running | 195 | 641 miles | 99,482 ft | 246 miles | 9,032 ft | #132 | #9 | 2 | 117 | 2 | 967 | |
| Dirtbike/Moto | 1 | 1 mile | 10 ft | 354 ft | 387 ft | 3 | ||||||
| ATV/ORV/OHV | 1 | 1 mile | 10 ft | 354 ft | 387 ft | 2 | ||||||
| Snowshoe | 8 | 22 miles | 2,103 ft | 9 miles | 1,690 ft | #892 | #11 | 24 | ||||
| Downhill Ski | 10 | 4 miles | 1,952 ft | 3 miles | 515 ft | #629 | #19 | 75 | ||||
| Backcountry Ski | 6 | 20 miles | 2,024 ft | 8 miles | 1,690 ft | #514 | #5 | 129 | ||||
| Nordic Ski | 1 | 2,057 ft | 16 ft | 325 ft | 144 ft | 84 |
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the best places to ride in Yosemite?
Yosemite has 3 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
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What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Yosemite?
The highest rated mountain biking trails in Yosemite are:
- Lower Yosemite Falls (4.2/5)
- Trumbull Peak Lookout (4.1/5)
- Valley Loop (4.1/5)
- Valley Loop Trail (0/5)
- Village Connector (0/5)
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What is the best time of the year to ride in Yosemite?
Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride in Yosemite are:
- June (82 activities)
- July (81 activities)
- October (66 activities)
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Where can I park to ride in Yosemite?
There are 49 parking locations listed in Yosemite. 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 Yosemite?
The longest trail in Yosemite is Valley Loop at 10.1 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
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What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Yosemite?
The best hiking trails in Yosemite are: View all hiking trails sorted by popularity score.
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What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Yosemite?
The best trail running trails in Yosemite are: View all trail running trails sorted by popularity score.
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How many trails are in Yosemite?
Yosemite has a total of 210 trails. Of those, 22 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in Yosemite to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
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Which trail has the most elevation gain in Yosemite?
The trail with the most elevation gain in Yosemite is Chiquito Pass with 731 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
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Which trail has the most elevation descent in Yosemite?
The trail with the most elevation descent in Yosemite is Old Tigoa Road with 1,067 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
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What activities are most popular in Yosemite?
Yosemite supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, Adaptive Biking, Horseback, Hiking, Trail Running, Snowshoeing, Skiing, Backcountry Skiing.
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What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Yosemite?
The steepest mountain biking trail in Yosemite is Chiquito Pass with an average grade of 6%. View all trails sorted by grade.
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Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Yosemite?
Yes, there are 11 scenic viewpoints marked along trails in Yosemite. Some popular viewpoints include: Explore more points of interest to find trails with the best views.
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Are the trails open in Yosemite?
The overall region status for Yosemite is Minor Issue / Yellow. Out of 44 trails:
- Clear / Green: 40
- Minor Issue / Yellow: 3
- Significant Issue / Amber: 1
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Can I ride an ebike in Yosemite?
There are 3 trails in Yosemite that allow e-bikes. Check the e-bike trails listing for specific trail access details and any local regulations.
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What type of bike is most common in Yosemite?
Based on activity log data, the most common bike types used in Yosemite are:
- AM (15 activities)
- XC (2 activities)
- Trials (1 activities)
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What is the highest summit in Yosemite?
The highest summit in Yosemite is Mount Dana at 13,054 ft elevation.
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What are the top sights to see in Yosemite?
There are 3 notable sights in Yosemite. Some of the top sights include: Explore all points of interest in Yosemite.
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What are the most popular Strava Segments in Yosemite?
The most popular Strava segments in Yosemite are:
- Chapel Sprint (11,323 athletes)
- Housekeeping Camp Hill (9,990 athletes)
- Happy Isle Sprint (6,927 athletes)
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What are some popular technical trail features in Yosemite?
There are 1 technical trail features (TTFs) in Yosemite. Some popular features include: View all technical trail features in Yosemite.
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Are there accessible or adaptive trails in Yosemite?
Yes, there are 2 accessible/adaptive trails in Yosemite. View all adaptive trails in Yosemite for specific accessibility information.
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What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Yosemite?
The most popular mountain biking trails in Yosemite are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by popularity.
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What are the best beginner ride trails in Yosemite?
The best beginner mountain biking trails in Yosemite are:
- Valley Loop (4.5/5)
- Lower Yosemite Falls (5/5)
- Valley Loop Trail (0/5)
Activities
Trails
Points of Interest
- Mount Hoffmann Summit
- Yosemite Creek Campground Camping
- Tenaya Peak Summit
- Cathedral Peak Summit
- Tuolumne Meadows Campground Camping
- Mount Dana Summit
- Drug Dome Summit
- Mariuolumne Dome Summit
- Waterwheel Falls Viewpoint
- Indian Rock Summit
- Mount Dana (13,054 ft)
- Mount Conness (12,549 ft)
- Mount Florence (12,520 ft)
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