USFS National Forest System Trails · California · Updated June 2026
Class 1 E-Bike Trails in Modoc National Forest, California
Modoc National Forest in California has 1 trail segments designated for Class 1 e-bikes, totaling 5.9 mi. Class 1 e-bikes are pedal-assist only, capped at 20 mph, with no throttle.
1
Class 1 segments
designated for Class 1
5.9 mi
Class 1 miles
pedal-assist only
22.4 mi
Bike-designated
2 segments
129 mi
Total NFS trail
Class 1 e-bikes are pedal-assist only (motor cuts out at 20 mph, no throttle). On Forest Service land they are still motor vehicles, so they are legal only on the segments USFS travel-management data designates for them.
Class 1 e-bike trails in Modoc National Forest
| Trail | Miles | Surface | Class 1 season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highgrade National Rec. Trail | 5.93 | Native Material | Year-round |
Frequently asked questions
- How many miles of mountain bike trail are in Modoc National Forest?
- Modoc National Forest has about 22.4 mi of bike-designated trail across 2 segments, out of 129 mi of total National Forest System trail.
- Are e-bikes allowed in Modoc National Forest?
- Only where designated — on Forest Service land e-bikes are motor vehicles. Class 1 e-bikes are recorded on 1 segments here.
- What is a Class 1 e-bike?
- A Class 1 e-bike is pedal-assist only, with the motor cutting out at 20 mph and no throttle. Modoc National Forest designates 1 segments (5.9 mi) for Class 1.