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2,162 ft
Distance
-149 ft
Descent
00:01:35
Avg time
-149 ft
Altitude change
4,273 ft
Altitude min
4,422 ft
Altitude max
4,422 ft
Altitude start
4,272 ft
Altitude end
-6.9%
Grade
-13.1%
Grade max
2,126 ft
Distance down
00:01:35
Avg time
MX Details
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Activities
- Mountain Bike
- E-Bike
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Riding AreaMount Shasta
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Difficulty Rating
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Local Popularity100 in Mountain Biking [+]
- 100 in E-Biking
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Trail TypeSingletrack
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Bike TypeDH, AM, DJ
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DirectionDownhill OnlyPopular Direction Shown
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Physical RatingEasy
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Trail VisibilityAlways easy to follow
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SeasonSpring through Fall
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Family FriendlyYes
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Dogs AllowedYes
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TTFs on TrailBerm, Jump
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Ride in RainYes
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Land OwnerUSDA Forest Service
Built long ago by motorcycle riders, MX trail became a favorite of local mountain bikers, and ultimately it was adopted by the Forest Service as a non-motorized trail in 2021 as part of the Gateway Phase 2 project.
A very short trail, the fun on MX ends almost as fast as it starts. The trail descends quickly, with rolling, flowy terrain blended with berms, rollers and few jumps. The trail finishes out with several jumps, a rock feature and large berm, and then a small sized step up.
The trail is often lapped by climbing Old McCloud Rd, or as a larger loop with Cub Creek and Bear Springs trails.
Access Info
Access the top of the trail via Bear Springs, or Old McCloud Rd.
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Traditionally Indigenous Territory
Recent Activity on Trail
Past Week
- 4 rides
- 28 miles average
6 Months
- 80 rides
- 16 miles avg distance
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- 365 rides
- Last: Jul 2, 2026
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(41.309310, -122.266950)
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Frequently Asked Questions About MX
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Where is MX located?
MX is located in Mount Shasta, California, United States. It is part of the Mount Shasta trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 41.30931, -122.26695.
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How hard is MX?
MX is rated as Blue difficulty. The physical rating is Easy. The average grade is 6.9%.
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What is the elevation gain for MX?
The trail has 149 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 4,273 ft to 4,422 ft.
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Is MX a point to point trail?
Yes, MX is a point to point trail. The direction is Downhill Only. The trail type is singletrack.
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