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Mountain Biking Sky Mountain Park

This article shares local tips on the best trails to explore in Sky Mountain Park in Snowmass, specifically on a mountain bike. There are options for all levels of riding, and you can connect a lot of the trails for more of a challenge.
three women mountain biking uphill in late summer in snowmass

Each Trail Impresses with Mountain Views from the Moment You Hit the Dirt...

After a beautiful, single-track climb up Viewline, Cozyline, or Airline trail, you're greeted at the start of Skyline with the type of expansive views typically reserved for full-day adventures. Skyline Ridge is distractingly beautiful. Its 360-degree vistas spark the inner debate to pedal or to pause and enjoy the views from start to end.

three women mountain biking uphill in late summer in snowmass

From Skyline Ridge, you have plenty of options for linking together the mountain bike ride of your choice. Regardless of your route, the sculpted single-track trails make for a fun descent that is sure to leave a smile on your face and beg the question of whether another lap is in order.

A local's favorite trail in Sky Mountain Park is Deadline trail, a downhill only, flow-style trail littered with perfectly manicured berm turns, rollers, and tabletop jumps. First-time riders often come back exclaiming: "That. Was. Awesome." The intermediate/advanced mountain biker will certainly jump at the opportunity to link over from Deadline to the Viewline trail before heading up for another lap.

trail sign for deadline trail next to the trail with mountain ski resort in the background in the summer

Sky Mountain Park is a quick 2.5-mile pedal away from Base Village. Alternatively, you can load your bike onto the free Village Shuttle to the Town Park parking lot at the base of the Viewline trail. If you're thinking about incorporating Sky Mountain Park into a bigger mountain bike ride, try linking to Rim Trail North from Viewline, or Tom Blake trail from Highline. The opportunities are endless and right outside your door.

Please note: Dogs are strictly prohibited in Sky Mountain Park (including Airline Trail, Deadline Trail, Cozyline Trail, Skyline Ridge Trail, Viewline trail, Ditchline Trail, and Seven Star Trail). No motorized vehicles are allowed, either. Deadline is down-hill travel only. For more information about mountain biking in Snowmass, click here.

woman mountain biker takes in the views of snowmass from above on her bike

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