Mountain Biking

Mountain Bike High Alpine & High Desert Trails

Mountain Biking Trails for Every Level

Mountain biking enthusiasts can ride until their legs beg to quit in some of the most scenic mountain bike rides in the Taos area. Enjoy beginner and intermediate rides at lower elevations on BLM land while more experienced riders can tackle the alpine trails of South Boundary and Lost Lake on the Carson National Forest. Adrenaline junkies will get their fix riding the ever expanding selection of downhill flow trails at lift-served Taos Bike Park.

Beginners & Recreational

In Taos Ski Valley, the Pioneer Flow Trails are located in the base area of Lift 1 near the Resort Plaza and parallel to the Pioneer Lift. These two novice to intermediate trails feature small jumps and rollers perfect to warm up on or hone your technical skills.

There are also eBike rentals (and MTB rentals) available at TAOS Sports in Taos Ski Valley and Rift Cycles in the Town of Taos.

Near the Town of Taos, the West Rim Trail departing from the Rio Grande Gorge Rest Area, you’ll feel your cares melt away among gorgeous 360-views with perfect photo opportunities of the Rio Grande Gorge Bridge from the rim of the Gorge itself. This flat trail is a great place to enjoy the seas of sagebrush for miles.

Intermediate & Challenging

If lift-served mountain biking is your thing, come check out Taos Bike Park in Taos Ski Valley. You’ll be grinning ear to ear. From the top of the scenic Lift 4 all the way to the bottom of Kachina Basin, there’s a variety of thrilling downhill flow trails for all levels, amazing scenery, and fun for the whole family. Bike and gear rentals available on-site.

For intermediate to challenging trails, check out the Taos Mountain Bike Association website for trail listings and ride reports.

Location

Town of Taos

Taos Ski Valley

Resort Summer Activities

Mountain Biking, Via Ferrata, & Scenic Lift Rides Scenic Lift Rides

New this season, both Lift 1 and 4 will be offering scenic chairlift rides!

Lift 1 (base area):
Open June 29 – September 22, 2024 (end of day)
Open Saturday-Sunday 10am-4:30pm, weather permitting
Lift 4 (Kachina…

Taos Mountain Bike Association

Taos Mountain Bike Association (TMBA) creates, enhances, and protects riding opportunities in and around Taos County and Northern New Mexico. We are backed by the International Mountain Bicycling Association, and are committed to organizing riders and advocating for mountain biking locally and regionally.

We create a powerful voice for trails, public lands and management…

Northside Mtn Biking & Hiking at Taos Ski Valley

NORTHSIDE IS CURRENTLY CLOSED. Due to extensive forestry work, the Northside trails are closed until further notice.

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Field Institute of Taos

The Field Institute of Taos is based in Taos and designed for children entering first grade and up, FITaos Mountain Camp programs provide active, hands-on outdoor experiences. Sessions include a wide variety of topics including ecology, Leave No Trace, archaeology, water, wildlife biology route finding, and much more. Children explore the natural beauty of the…

Far Flung Adventures Mountain Bike Trips

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Taos Ski Valley, Inc.

Taos Ski Valley, a world-renowned resort that is enjoyed year-round high up in the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. Ride the scenic chairlift in the summer or enjoy the vast terrain with skiing and snowboarding trails for all levels.

The Resort Center in the heart of the village…