Summer, spring or fall the Philips Lake Shore Trail is fun for families and mountain bikers. Philips Lake rests in the Blue Mountains on the Powder River southwest of Baker City, Oregon. The complete Philips Lake Shore Trail Loop is just over 15 miles of visual splendor. The south shore trail section is smooth and well-traveled by pedestrians, equestrians and cyclists alike. It also stays significantly dryer than the other side of the lake. The north shore section has pocket ponds, fowl and fascinating rocks and the trail weaves in and out of little inlets and has more elevation gain and loss than the south side. (less)

Some trails are physically difficult, with long, grinding climbs; other are technically challenging, with endless rocky exposure. The Elkhorn Crest Trail is both, but that’s not all: it may also be Oregon’s most beautiful ride, just a narrow ribbon of singletrack that threads past jagged peaks, alpine lakes, and shaggy mountain goats. Toss in a three-mile, hell-raising descent to finish and you’ll be hard-pressed to find a better adventure for those who possess both strong legs and nerves of steel. (less)

You want rock? Maybe more rock than you can handle? Then get ready to scare yourself silly. This trail is chunky, fast, AND narrow, with tight switchbacks thrown in to keep you guessing. While the out-and-back nature of this ride can be physically demanding, it does give you the opportunity to scope the line on the way up, because it all comes at you fast (and with consequences) on the way down. Fortunately, the lower half of the trail is mellower but not any less fun, and the larch needles create a twisty, golden ribbon of drift punctuated by rocky chutes. (less)

Built by local riders with an eye towards fun, MERA maximizes the available vertical and takes advantage of the variable terrain with a seemingly endless parade of berms and rollers punctuating the narrow single-track. Don’t worry, though, the aptly named Rock Crusher will keep you on your toes, as will several fast chutes.
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The recently constructed Broadway Flow Trail is a great way to warm up on your visit, with a base elevation of 7,100’ to keep you cool as the valley floor heats up. If you want additionally rocky terrain in your day then jump on the singletrack trails that roam around the resort, tucking in and out of the trees and across granite lines cut into the hillsides. (less)