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3,957 ft
Distance
-454 ft
Descent
00:14:48
Avg time
-454 ft
Altitude change
1,828 ft
Altitude min
2,282 ft
Altitude max
2,282 ft
Altitude start
1,827 ft
Altitude end
-11.5%
Grade
-32%
Grade max
3.1%
Grade min
102 ft
Distance climb
3,816 ft
Distance down
39 ft
Distance flat
00:14:48
Avg time

Upper Ono Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
  • Difficulty Rating
  • Local Popularity
    75 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 90 in E-Biking
    • 80 in Trail Running
    • 80 in Hiking
  • Global Ranking
    #11555 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #27635 in E-Biking
    • #91820 in Trail Running
    • #117946 in Hiking
  • State Ranking
    #288 in Mountain Biking · California [+]
    • #610 in E-Biking
    • #4,456 in Trail Running
    • #6,565 in Hiking
  • Hiking SAC Scale
    T3 Demanding Mountain Hiking
  • Trail Exposure
    High Risk
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    AM, XC
  • Direction
    Downhill Only[+]
    Popular Direction Shown
    • Downhill Only for E-Biking
    • Both Directions for Trail Running
    • Both Directions for Hiking
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes up to Class 1
  • TTFs on Trail
    Berm, Rock Face, Rock Garden
  • Ride in Rain
    Yes
  • Year Opened
    2026

The upper section of Ono offers adventurous trail users an alternative way down from the summit of Mule Mountain. This trail was completed by Redding Trail Alliance in 2026 using funds from Shimano Trail Born and the Foundation for America's Public Lands. Built by hand, featuring multiple descending corners, rock gardens and short rock rolls, this trail offers up an opportunity for mountain bikers to progress in their technical riding ability before moving onto the more challenging "Double Black Diamond" lower section of Ono.

Tags
BermsRock gardensRock slabsSummit
Trail Supporters
Local Trail Association
Traditionally Indigenous Territory

Recent Activity on Trail

Past Week
  • 2 rides
  • 24 miles average
6 Months
  • 30 rides
  • 13 miles avg distance
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  • 82 rides
  • Last: Oct 19, 2026
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Upper Ono Trail Reports

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May 5, 2026 @ 7:21pm (America/Los_Angeles)
May 5, 2026
Apr 3, 2026 @ 8:07am (America/Los_Angeles)
Apr 3, 2026
reporter After the recent rain, it was running amazing! It will most likely get blown out pretty quick, so get it while the getting is good!
Mar 30, 2026 @ 9:41am (America/Boise)
Mar 30, 2026
Moon dust
Mar 16, 2026 @ 9:32am (America/Los_Angeles)
Mar 16, 2026
Running good despite dryness. Cool build.
Mar 14, 2026 @ 5:42pm (America/Los_Angeles)
Mar 14, 2026
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on May 5, 2026
Ideal
Avg: 4.33 (3 votes)
Your vote: 0

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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is Upper Ono located?
      Upper Ono is located in Mule Ridge and Swasey Recreation Area, Redding, California, United States. It is part of the Mule Ridge and Swasey Recreation Area trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 40.55303, -122.51446.
      ▼ How hard is Upper Ono?
      Upper Ono is rated as Black Diamond difficulty. The average grade is 11.5%.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for Upper Ono?
      The trail has 454 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 1,828 ft to 2,282 ft.
      ▼ Is Upper Ono a point to point trail?
      Yes, Upper Ono is a point to point trail. The direction is Downhill Only. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ How long is Upper Ono?
      Upper Ono is 3,957 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Upper Ono?
      Yes, dogs are allowed on Upper Ono. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
      ▼ How do I access Upper Ono? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Upper Ono are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to ride Upper Ono?
      Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 15 minutes to ride Upper Ono. The trail is 3,957 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
      ▼ How busy is Upper Ono?
      Upper Ono is a very popular trail. There have been 270 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 277 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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