Canada Mountain Biking
Adventure travel - tourism guide

B.C. Mountain Biking Adventures are located on the westcoast of Canada. It is the 3rd largest province and consists of wilderness trails, mountain bike parks and backcountry gravel roads. [ Link ]

Alberta Mountain Biking Adventures are located in a western Canadian prairie province which is home to the Rocky Mountain Range, Boreal Forest and backcountry gravel trails. [ Link ]

Saskatchewan Mountain Biking Adventures are located in a central prairie province which is home to Boreal Forest, grasslands, 10,000 lakes, gravel trails and bike parks. [ Link ]

Yukon Mountain Biking Adventures are located in a wilderness environment with looming mountains, connecting lakes and backcountry gravel trails and bike parks. [ Link ]

NWT Mountain Biking Adventures are located in a wilderness environment at the doorway to the Arctic Circle. Home to gravel trails and roads. [ Link ]

Canada mountain biking is a popular spring, summer and fall activity in every province and territory in Canada.

The abundance of mountains, forests and vast wilderness regions in and around the city limits of many Canadian communities provides many opportunities for mountain biking. Some communities have developed mountain biking parks and some ski mountains transform into mountain bike parks.

Many communities have bike shops, hold biking events and cater to bike clubs. Allot of communities have or are currently developing community bike paths and mountain bike parks.

For many riders, mountain biking is best enjoyed in the wilderness regions of the country following recreation trails and gravel roads. Mountain biking on recreation trails requires caution as many trails are shared routes with hikers, backpackers, horseback riders and atvs. On gravel roads watch for large vehicles and 4x4s.

During the summer months many of the ski hills transform themselves into mountain bike resorts. The ski runs become downhill mountain biking trails. The chair lifts carry mountain bikes and riders instead of skiers and snowboarders. Bring your own bike if you have one. If not, mountain bike rentals are available on most ski hills and in many of the medium to large mountain biking communities in Canada.

Canada mountain biking tour groups operate in a few regions in Canada. Most of them are found near the very popular mountain biking destinations. Tour groups include a guide, bike, lessons, body armour and meals if necessary. Tours and guides are good for beginners and intermediate mountain bikers as they usually include detailed lessons with lots of instruction.

Some Canada Mountain Biking Tips

 always wear a helmet.
- bring sunglasses and sun screen.
- pack bug repellant.
- if renting a bike you should practice shifting gears prior to heading out on the
trails.
- look ahead while riding not down so you can see rocks and obstacles.
- rentals available at most major communities.
- mountain bike tour companies provide equipment, guides and
accommodations.
- always lock vehicle in parking lot while mountain biking
- bike stores are a good source for mountain biking advice.
- walk bike if you are not sure on your skills for challenging sections.
- always lock your mountain bike when unattended.
- dress in layers as weather changes quickly out on the trails.
- wear bright colors so you are easily identifiable.
- do not litter on the water.
- mountain bike trails are sometimes shared with hikers and horseback riders.