Mountain Biking Nelson B.C. Trails, Tours , cabin rental

Mountain biking in Nelson is the stuff of legend. Showcased in many mountain bike films, Nelson trails offer

everything from gentle railway grades to steep, rooty

technical tracks. For the hard core free stylers there are enough stunts, ladders and big drops to keep the adrenalin pumping long after the last epic ride of the day. With the breathtaking backdrop of the Selkirk Mountains, Nelson’s rides take the West Coast style and crank it up a notch.

There are many great rides within 15 minutes drive from Nelson including Sproule Creek or the Kootenay Canal (beginner/intermediate) to the west of Nelson and Ledges (intermediate) near Kokanee Creek Park. For those looking for a serious workout, most trails are accessible by bike right from town, otherwise you may want to park at Mountain Station and start your climb from there. If the only climbing you like to do is out of bed in the morning, consider a vehicle drop or ask a local bike shop about shuttles.

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Zone 1 (Trails in town ) $ 10.00
Zone 2 ( Give Out Rd. ) $15.00
Zone 3 ( 49er, Kokanee) $20.00
Zone 4 ( Rossland, Kaslo) $45.00

Group Rides: every Tuesday/ Thursday 5 pm from Sacred Ride Bike Shop
and Wednesdays 6 pm from Gericks

BIKE TRAIL FAVORITES

Nelson ,B.C.

Burlington National Santa Fe Railway: Ride from Nelson along the lake 4k to white sand beach side Troup Park. Via Red Sands nude beach. Beautiful vistas of the lake and mountains and brand new trestles crossing refreshing waterfalls. Or head south on the trail from Nelson to Salmo visiting the old mining town of Ymir still inhabited by Kootenay...eites.. Trail can be accessed top of the city of Nelson and goes by Peak Freak's base camp chalet front door.

Clearwater Bike Route

From Peak Freak's Whitewater Chalet just 10k south of Nelson up and over the Clearwater trail to Ymir. End of the ride, bike back to the chalet via the Burlington National Rail trail and relax on the secluded chalet deck by the waterfall. Or ride to Salmo and stop in at the Salmo Hotel for a nice cold beer while waiting your shuttle.

Rossland, B.C.

Rossland 7 summits: Rossland's Seven Summit Ridge Trail Mountain Bike Trail.

The Seven Summit Trail, true to its name, is a 30.4 km ridge ride that within a half hour ascent of the seven major peaks in the Rossland Area. Teraversing above the well known Red Resort ski hill, the trail takes you past the tree line on a breathtaking alpine challenge. This newly constructed trail alpine trail was completed as of September 2004.

Downloadable trail map: PDF

Trans Canada Trail: The Trans Canada Trail through the Boundary and West Kootenay regions comes from the west on the historic Kettle Valley Railway past Greenwood, Grand Forks and Christina Lake. The rail grade then makes a big climb over the mountains, passing through some tunnels and over some trestles to Castlegar. Here, the Kettle Valley Railway ends. More information


Nelson's Fat Tire Festival- come check it out ! To learn more: Nelson Cycling Club	Shuttle vans- Kootenay Dirt Tours	Unimog Shuttle- Gravity Adventure

Whitewater Mountain bike chalet accommodation!

Located on the Burlington Railway biking trail. Enjoy this amazing ride from the chalet to Nelson and back. Only 10km in each direction. Ride to Whitewater Ski Area, another 10km in each direction from the chalet, ride to Ymir and back, it goes on and on and if you end up too far away take your cell and call for a shuttle back. Rest and retreat beside the waterfall running at the front door while nestled under the canopy of cedars. Ahhh.. fresh mountain air! Click here to view- Base Camp Chalet

THE SACRED RIDE

The Sacred Ride is Nelson's premier mountain bike and snowboard shop with great selection, service and prices on road and mountain bikes, snowboards, gear and clothing.

Experience The Ride. Their experience and knowledge of the local trails is what makes them a good choice for Nelson mountain biking. If you are planning to visit Nelson or if you live here and want to know more about the great rides in the area, we urge you to drop by the shop for the latest on trail conditions, trail maps and the best rides for you ability.

GERICKS CYCLE and SPORTS

Gericks Cycle and Sports has been operating since 1982. The present store in Nelson has been operating since 1991. Over this period the store has experienced many different product incarnations, and has consistently evolved to meet the changing needs of our community. We are active participants in the community and involved with virtually all local events. If there is a race or event going on you can bet that we are somehow attached to it.

If cycling is your interest we have you covered, from freeriding to road racing, bmx or dirt jumping, kid’s bikes or cruisers, we are your store. And yet we are so much more. We specialize in Nordic, alpine and telemark ski gear.