Ride North

As the gateway to the North, Quesnel boasts some of the province’s most incredible riding. Nestled between the Cariboo and the vast northern wilderness, offering a world-class mix of technical singletrack, loamy descents, and fast flow trails that deliver big-mountain adventure without the crowds. Whether you're kicking off a bucket-list road trip up Highway 16 or seeking the perfect basecamp to explore untapped terrain, Quesnel’s tight-knit community, vibrant trail culture, and legendary post-ride brewery make it the essential first stop on your journey North.

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The welcoming town of Prince George provides big city amenities within mere minutes of pristine forests of thrilling cross-country, all-mountain, and downhill riding. Visitors seeking a northern challenge can ride the trails at Pidherny recreation site, Tabor Mountain, or the extensive network at Otway with trails for all skill levels. If you’re looking for an easy, relaxed ride with river views, cycle the Heritage River Trail, which follows the Nechako River as it merges with the mighty Fraser.

Support the local trail associations making this happen: Prince George Cycling Club & Association of Caledonia Trailbuilders 

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Mackenzie, on the traditional territories of the Tse'Khene peoples, is rapidly gaining fame as a thrilling mountain biking destination. Surrounded by awe-inspiring landscapes of mountains and lakes, this northern town offers adrenaline-packed trails for all skill levels. Morfee Mountain boasts British Columbia’s longest shuttle-access downhill and the epic Ridgeline Trail, with a heart-pounding 850-meter descent. Thanks to the passionate efforts of the local biking community, Mackenzie’s accessible, crowd-free trails are turning it into an adventure paradise for riders.

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Centrally located between Prince George and Prince Rupert, the Bulkley-Nechako region offers an abundance of world-class adventure along with a rich indigenous history and culture. Discover some of the hidden mountain biking gems of the Bulkley Nechako. Smithers, Burns Lake, and Houston have already made a name for themselves as legitimate mountain biking destinations within the Bulkley Nechako, however, there are some lesser-known towns that are vying for some of that notoriety.

Vanderhoof and Fort St. James have each developed their own unique character when it comes to mountain biking driven by the passion of local riders and the diverse landscapes found across the region.

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Burns Lake offers a progressive beginner-to-advanced trail network on Boer Mountain designed by world-renowned experts and a dedicated local trail crew. This destination offers a rider-focussed sequence of cross-country, freeride and downhill trails, as well as a skills park, jump park and rider cross track. The Boer Mountain trail network is recognized as one of the most progressive and sustainable trail networks found in BC.

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Houston is no longer just a stopover; it’s the rising star of Northern BC’s Highway 16 riding corridor. Nestled between legendary neighbours, this vibrant community is carving out its own reputation as a premier mountain bike destination. At the heart of the action is the Mount Harry Davis Trail Network, a vertical playground where high-speed flow meets rugged technicality. Every climb is rewarded with panoramic views of the Bulkley Valley, offering a sense of scale and solitude you won't find at more crowded hubs.

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Situated in a beautiful Bulkley Valley, Smithers is located in prime mountain biking country surrounded by forested hillsides, stunning alpine meadows and rugged mountain peaks. A dedicated community of riders have been building and riding here for years on everything from wide open pathways to historical mining roads and alpine singletrack to steep, technical freeride trails.

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Unveil the Mystery and Renew Your Spirit.

Nestled in the rugged Roche de Boule Mountain Range, The Hazeltons offer a blend of natural wonder, ancient culture, frontier history, and community charm.  The Glen Mountain trail network is a relatively recent addition to the community and has a variety of fun tech and flow trails for every riding ability.  After a ride, enjoy the many unique shops and local attractions including the 'Ksan Historical Village.  This historic indigenous cultural site at the confluence of the Bulkley and Skeena Rivers has been the home of the Gitxsan peoples for over 8,000 years.  

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Terrace is a booming community surrounded by impressive mountain scenery and the mighty Skeena River. It is no wonder why residents embrace adventure and have created two impressive trail networks. Terrace Mountain overlooks the town and offers an array of challenging cross-country trails while Copper Mountain, located in the adjacent Thornhill neighbourhood, has some amazing downhill and freeride trails. For fun and practice, bikers can practice their skills at the town's new skill bike park.

Support the local trail association making this happen: Terrace Off Road Cycling Association

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Made for mountain bikers.

Valemount is surrounded by gorgeous snow-capped peaks, making for a spectacular riding experience. Take a shuttle up 5-Mile Road to access the top of the Valemount Bike Park or ride the CBT climbing trail to a wide range of thrilling descents that will bring you back to town for some local trail banter over après-ride refreshments.

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