Located on the shores of the Pacific Ocean in the far northwest corner of the United States, Washington is one of the country’s best known secrets as an outdoor utopia—a state that consistently draws millions of visitors each year. Washington is situated just to the north of Oregon, west of Idaho, and south of the …
The state of Minnesota, situated in America’s northern Midwest, is home to an abundance of fabulous mountain biking trails, each with its own set of obstacles, challenges and natural beauty. From its western prairies to its deciduous forests to its sparsely populated North Woods, this “Land of 10,000 Lakes” offers a wide range of terrains …
Officially known as the Commonwealth of Kentucky, the state of Kentucky can be found in the south-central region of the United States, a region that offers a wealth of off-road recreational opportunities for the state’s growing number of mountain bikers. Nicknamed the Bluegrass State, Kentucky is rapidly becoming a hotbed for mountain biking — a …
When it comes to mountain biking, the U.S. state of Mississippi, located in the American South, is truly a hidden gem. A small to mid-size state in terms of area and population, Mississippi is heavily forested outside of the Mississippi Delta, and within these forests one will find an abundance of entertaining and challenging mountain …
One of the country’s most popular destinations for mountain biking, the Commonwealth of Virginia is located in the South Atlantic region of the United States. It is home to hundreds of monuments and other sites of historical importance, many of which can be explored along the state’s many outdoor trails. The geography and climate of …
The second-largest state in the U.S. (after Alaska) in terms of total land area, Texas boasts an incredible number of mountain biking challenges, through terrains that include rocky deserts, slippery slopes and miles of swamps and coastline along the Gulf of Mexico. Although a populous state in certain areas, Texas offers plenty of peaceful and …
Situated in the far southeastern corner of the U.S., South Carolina is a quaint and picturesque state that consistently draws thousands of outdoor enthusiasts each year looking to tackle the region’s many thrilling off-road cycling trails. Ranging from wide meandering courses that are perfect for novice riders to expert-rated, steep and treacherous single tracks, South …
Located in the northeastern most corner of America, Maine is a mesmerizing state that consistently draws millions of tourists each year, including a sizable contingent of outdoor recreation enthusiasts looking to tackle its many exciting and scenic mountain bike trails. Bordered by New Hampshire, the Atlantic Ocean and the Canadian provinces of Quebec and New …
Nicknamed the Tar Heel State, North Carolina is situated in the Southeastern United States, and is bordered by South Carolina and Georgia to the south; Tennessee to the west; Virginia to the north; and the blue waters of the Atlantic Ocean to the east. The state of North Carolina boasts a varied geography, highlighted by …
Nicknamed the “Nutmeg State,” Connecticut is the southernmost state in the United States’ New England region, and one of three states (New York, New Jersey, Connecticut) that make up the “Tri-State area.” It is also a great place for mountain biking, as the state features a magnificent system of state parks, forests and waterways, all …
Renowned as a jewel of the American south-central region, Oklahoma is a wonderful destination for the mountain biking crowd, a state that features a variety of challenging and breathtaking trails just waiting to be ridden. The 20th-largest state in the Union by total area, Oklahoma is bordered to the south and near-west by Texas, to …
Located in the northwestern United States, Idaho—a recreational paradise—is the 14th-largest, the 39th most-populous, and the 7th-least densely populated state in the country, a state that features miles of untamed wilderness and countless pristine mountain biking paths for every level of rider. More than 60 percent of the land in Idaho is held and maintained …
Michigan is one of the largest and most-populous states in the U.S., ranking 11th and 10th in these categories, respectively. It is also one of the most scenically beautiful states in the Union and an idyllic region for those who enjoy the sport of mountain biking. The “Wolverine State,” as Michigan is known, is home …
