Biking

Our national forests and grasslands offer mountain bikers miles of roads and trails on which to ride. There are wide, quiet roads for beginners to get acquainted with their bikes and there are challenging, arduous trails that will test the advanced rider. 

If you plan to strike out on your own to explore with your bike, it would be wise to buy a National Forest map. Please respect the rights of private landowners and always ask permission before you ride on their land. Also, be aware of the wilderness boundaries when you are riding on the trails. Bicycles are not allowed in the wilderness areas.

Remember to wear protective gear when riding your mountain bike: helmet, gloves and sturdy shoes. Also plan on taking food, water, sunscreen and a basic tool kit on all of your outings. Always maintain control of your bicycle and be ready to stop. Watch for traffic on forest roads. Be aware of hikers and livestock along trails. As a courtesy, please step your bicycle off the downhill side of the trail and allow livestock to pass. Some stock may be afraid of your bicycle, so stay in plain view and speak softly.

Enjoy the beauty of the outdoors on your national forests. View the wildlife and the scenery. Keep in mind that the forests and meadows are fragile lands, so please practice low impact, tread lightly techniques.

Mountain Biking

Nebraska's Sandhills (Bessey and McKelvie) are well-suited for "fat tire bikes" because of the soft, loose, deep sand. Their extra-wide tires provide excellent traction and float.

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Bessey Recreation Complex and Campground

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For Reservations call (877) 444-6777 or go to recreation.gov.  Here is a flyer that describes what sites are reservable and here is a map of the Bessey Recreation Complex.  Please note that these…

Black Hills Overlook

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The Black Hills Overlook provides views of the surrounding Pine Ridge and grasslands and Black Hills of South Dakota. Forest Service Road 714A accessed from the western edge of Chadron State Park…

Cliffs Trailhead

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The Cliffs is named for the large cliff face above Bordeaux Creek along the east side of the recreation site and trailhead. It’s a popular access point for both motorized and non-motorized trail…

Coffee Mill Trailhead

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Coffee Mill trailhead is located along Forest Service Road 702 off of Dead Horse Road. It is named after nearby Coffee Mill Butte. This is one of the primary access points for the Pine Ridge Trail.…

East Ash Trailhead

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East Ash Trailhead is located along the East Ash Road. East Ash Creek is located nearby. The trailhead provides non-motorized access to the Pine Ridge Trail, the Pine Ridge National Recreation…

Outrider Trailhead

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Outrider Trailhead located north of Chadron State Park just off of Highway 385 provides access to the Pine Ridge Trail system which is open to non-motorized travel for mountain biking, hiking, and…

Pine Ridge Trailhead

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The Pine Ridge Trail is a 40-mile long trail open to hiking, mountain biking and equestrians. The trail spans most of the Pine Ridge area of the Ranger District. The east end of the trail begins at…

Pinnacles Dispersed Camping Area

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Located south of Wall, South Dakota and just outside of Badlands National Park’s Pinnacles Entrance Station, this popular dispersed camping location offers beautiful views of the surrounding area. 

Prairie Bike Path Trail

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Located in the Buffalo Gap National Grassland on the Wall Ranger District, this two-loop trail offers opportunities for mountain bikers to experience the Badlands formations and prairie ecosystem of…

Railroad Buttes OHV Area

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In addition to miles of trails, the Railroad Buttes OHV Area features three large open-riding areas that cover 1,745 acres in total. These are:Railroad Buttes North - Parking Lot & Hill ClimbRailroad…