The best MTB trails in Tahoe National Forest

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Looking for the best mountain biking routes in Tahoe National Forest? Then browse our collection of mtb rides around this beautiful natural park in California below — and discover more of on your next visit.

Downieville Classic (Shuttle Ride)	Easy 01:36 24.7km
Sawtooth & Big Chief Trail loop — Tahoe National Forest	Expert 02:55 33.3km
Big Boulder & Downieville from Packer Saddle Shuttle Drop-off	Intermediate 02:45 33.6km
Hole In The Ground loop — Donner Pass	Expert 02:31 25.3km

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Downieville Classic (Shuttle Ride)
01:36
24.7km
15.4km/h
100m
1,360m
Easy
5.0
(5)
196
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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2
Sawtooth & Big Chief Trail loop — Tahoe National Forest
02:55
33.3km
11.5km/h
610m
610m
Expert
5.0
(1)
76
Expert mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

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Big Boulder & Downieville from Packer Saddle Shuttle Drop-off
02:45
33.6km
12.2km/h
460m
1,730m
Intermediate
57
Intermediate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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4
Hole In The Ground loop — Donner Pass
02:31
25.3km
10.0km/h
590m
600m
Expert
5.0
(2)
47
Expert mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.