USFS National Forest System Trails · Updated June 2026
Where Can You Mountain Bike in New Mexico?
Across 5 national forests in New Mexico, USFS data maps 1,263 mi of bike-designated trail on 332 segments, led by Gila National Forest with 579 mi. These are the National Forest System trails where mountain bikes are officially designated.
1,263 mi
Bike-designated
332 segments
4,518 mi
Total NFS trail
5
National forests
758 mi
Class 1 e-bike
325 segments
New Mexico national forests by bike-designated trail
| National forest | Bike miles | Class 1 e-bike segments |
|---|---|---|
| Gila National Forest | 579 mi | 78 |
| Carson National Forest | 324 mi | 23 |
| Cibola National Forest | 190 mi | 109 |
| Santa Fe National Forest | 133 mi | 54 |
| Lincoln National Forest | 37.2 mi | 61 |
Frequently asked questions
- How many miles of national-forest mountain bike trail are in New Mexico?
- About 1,263 mi of bike-designated trail across 5 national forests, from USFS travel-management data.
- Which national forest has the most mountain biking in New Mexico?
- Gila National Forest, with about 579 mi of bike-designated trail.