The Applegate Lake trail in southern Oregon is a scenic ~17-mile loop of cross-country singletrack that hugs much of the reservoir’s shoreline, offering frequent lake views and diverse forest types (oaks, pines, madrone, fir, etc.). Elevation changes are moderate with some punchy climbs, but mostly flowing terrain with a few steeper spots. The trail is rideable most of the year, especially outside of wet times, thanks to good drainage and “decomposed granite” style soils that resist mud. Along the route you’ll find opportunities to cool off in the lake, some road and gravel connectors, trailheads, and campsites if you want to make a longer adventure of it.

The Ashland Watershed trails offer about 47 miles of singletrack and forest road riding spread throughout the Ashland Municipal Watershed, with a range of terrain for all levels. You’ll climb up fire roads like Ashland Loop Road and Horn Gap, then descend on fast, flowy trails so expect features like tight berms, roots, rocks, and some machine-built jump lines like MtA-Line. The trails are often rideable year-round thanks to the Rogue Valley's  dry “Mediterranean” climate and decomposed granite soils that drain well, though high-elevation trails can get snow or wet earlier in spring or later in fall.

The land is a mixture of County property and US Bureau of Land Management lands. Access points are at Fish Hatchery Park, Stringer Gap Road, and the end of Elk Lane. The eastern section consists mostly of decomposed granite trails and some gravel and dirt roads. Trails are mostly smooth with few roots. The western section is quite rocky with a rock/clay trail surface. A connector joins the two portions. The connector trail is probably the most difficult trail in this area.

Brown Mountain Bike Trail, located in the Cascade Mountains of Oregon, is a popular and challenging trail for mountain biking enthusiasts. It offers a scenic ride through dense forests, alpine meadows, and rugged terrain, providing a true wilderness experience. The trail features a mix of technical descents, rocky sections, and steep climbs, making it suitable for experienced riders. With views of Mount Hood and the surrounding peaks, it also offers stunning vistas that reward those who take on its challenging routes. The trail is well-maintained and provides a great way to explore Oregon's natural beauty while pushing your biking skills to the limit.

Cathedral Hills is a multi-sport use area, so the trails are shared between cyclists, hikers, runners, and horses. The area is a mixed forest, combining shady and sunny spots. The trail surface is mostly granite with virtually no rocks and just a few roots. Trails are generally smooth, although steeper sections can be rutted. The black rated trails in this area are rated so due to their steepness and rutting, not due to technical features. If you don't mind the climbing, just about every trail is rideable in both directions.

This area is on the North end of Grants Pass, surrounding Dollar Mountain. The area consists of a mix of BLM, City, and private lands. The original trail connects the top of Dollar Mountain with the B Street trailhead. New mixed use and MTB specific trails are being built. Otherwise, there is a mix of gravel/dirt roads along with many informal, user-created trails that are often shared with motorcycles.

Forest Park is almost entirely City of Jacksonville-owned and features about 30 miles of trails, most of which is mixed-use and some of which is hike or bike-only. The terrain is generally steep and features mostly old school trails. However, several trails are shuttle-able including primarily new school trails Hobo/Granite along Cantrell Creek, but also Twister/Slip N Slide up Norling Creek. Otherwise the trails are twisty in the shaded woods offering lots of opportunities for improved fitness and epic views. Folks looking for less climbing or entertaining younger riders should check out Rail Trail or Canyon Vista trail. Be sure not to miss the aptly-named Halls of Manzanita.

The Jacksonville Woodlands Trails in Oregon offer over 11 miles of scenic singletrack through 320 acres of preserved forestland around historic Jacksonville. These trails are open to hikers, runners, and mountain bikers (but not horses) and feature oak and madrone woodlands, wildflowers, and historic sites like 1800s gold mining areas and the Britt estate. Easily accessible from downtown Jacksonville, the Britt Festival grounds, and Medford, the trails vary from easy to moderate, with several short loops and scenic viewpoints, including Panorama Point. Trail maps and interpretive signs make it a great spot for nature lovers and history buffs alike.

Lost Creek Lake offers about an 18.7‑mile loop trail that circles much of the lake, combining paved sections, a short stretch of gravel road, and roughly 15.6 miles of dirt singletrack. The trail is popular among mountain bikers but also great for hiking, running, or breaking into smaller out‑and‑back segments via several trailheads. Highlights include scenic lake views, shoreline riding, the Blue Grotto (a seasonal waterfall), and the experience of riding across or near the dam and along bridges.

The Mountain of the Rogue Trail System provides a range of trail opportunities that are optimized for mountain bikes. The system is designed so that the further you climb the more technically challenging the trails become. Expert level riders who ascend to the top of the system will be rewarded with hand built single-track trails that careen through steep and rocky hillsides, characterized by ample amounts of exposure. The lower elevation trails within the system provide the perfect opportunity for beginner and intermediate riders to play on mountain bike features such as rollers, table tops and large bermed turns. The system currently offers 13 miles of trails, incorporating various trail construction techniques that produce a broad range of riding experiences.

Roxy Ann Peak is a prominent recreational area perched above Medford with a mix of singletrack, gravel/dirt roads, and service trails. The network includes the Loop Road which gently circumnavigates the peak, Tower Road which climbs steeply to the summit, and trails like Ponderosa that switch back through forested slopes. Rising about 2,200 feet above Medford, the area offers sweeping views of the Rogue Valley and distant peaks like Mt McLoughlin and Mt Shasta. For mountain bikers, there are multi‑use trails and gravel/doubletrack roads (e.g. Loop Road, Tower Road) that provide beginner‑ and intermediate‑friendly rides, though many steeper segments and switchbacks exist. On wetter days, some clay‑based singletrack can become slick and muddy.

This riding area includes trails adjacent to or connecting with the Sterling Mine Ditch Trail System. The area is mostly mixed forest (ponderosa pine, oak, madrone, and manzanita with a few pockets of Douglas fir). The trail surfaces run from granite to clay with minimal rocks. Certain spots can be extremely muddy and slippery during and just after rainy periods. There are numerous trailheads to access the trails in this riding area.

The Taylor Creek trails are primarily accessed via forest road 25 (Briggs Valley Road) and are centered around the Taylor Creek Trail in the Rogue River Siskiyou National Forest. Many other trails can be accessed from forest road 25 as well as from the Taylor Creek Trail. The trails are generally multi-use and trail treads run the variety from silky smooth to rocky, rutted, and rooty. The area scenery varies depending on the trail, but is all consistently beautiful. The world famous 'Jedi' trail is part of this area.

Wagner Creek trails are located outside of Talent Oregon. This is a small trail system offering mostly cross-country riding. The most commonly ridden trails are Old Man and Stump Jump. The trails are fairly remote with little riding or maintenance. The trails are higher up in elevation and can be snowed in later than some other trails in the area.