• just feet and wheels of a mountain biker on an obstacle course in the woods

MOUNTAIN BIKING

You don’t have to go far, drive a busy highway, or spend the whole day travelling for blood-pumping, exciting, and beautiful mountain biking trails. The Hope, Cascades, and Canyons region is an underrated and quiet mountain biking destination with tons of options for all levels.

Trails and Parks

Hope, Cascades, and Canyons offers a variety of mountain biking trails and parks. The Rotary Nature Trails are a great place to start for beginners, while the Hope Bike Park offers features for riders to learn new skills. More experienced riders will enjoy thrilling trails like the Hope Lookout Trail and Dog Mountain. The Syéx̱w Chó:leqw Adventure Park also offers a beginner level pump track and mountain bike skills trail, and also has a playground and walking trails for the whole family.

BEGINNER AND GREEN TRAILS

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KETTLE VALLEY RAILWAY

Beginner – 10km (roundtrip)

This portion of the Kettle Valley Railway offers beginner trail riders an easy introduction to the KVR. This abandoned railway bed is now used for biking and hiking. The trail is located in Coquihalla Canyon Park, and is connected to the greater Kettle Valley Rail Trail. To get to the trailhead, head east on Wallace Street then turn right on Sixth Ave, where you’ll cross the railway tracks and turn left on Kawkawa Lake Rd. Turn right before the cemetery onto Kettle Valley Rd and park at the end of the dirt road. Find the map and more information here.

a path into a dark forest

ROTARY NATURE TRAILS

Beginner – 2km (roundtrip)

The Rotary Nature Trails are a fun place to ride with kids and anyone who is new to trail riding. The trail follows the Coquihalla River and also connects to the Town Bike Route, perfect for a quick cruise through town. The multi-use gravel path can be used in both directions and is easily accessible from town, making it an ideal for grabbing a coffee, going to a brewery, or a quick ride.

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HOPE BIKE PARK

All Levels

Part of the Coquihalla River Community Park, located on Kawkawa Lake Road, Hope Bike Park is the perfect place for riders to learn new skills before hitting the trails in the mountains. This bike park boasts pump tracks, dirt jumps and other features for beginner, intermediate and advanced riders. Logzillla awaits those who dare!

a female mountain biker on a ramp in a forest trail

SYÉXW CHÓ:LEQW ADVENTURE PARK

Beginner

Just 10 minutes outside of Hope, the Syéx̱w Chó:leqw Adventure Park is is located on the traditional land and territory of the Sq’ewá:lxw (Skawahlook) First Nation and was constructed with the assistance and expertise of First Journey Trails. With 33 acres of pristine wilderness, the park is designed as a family destination, with a 90,000-square-foot playground, a beginner level pump track, a mountain bike skills trail, and a mixed-use trail network for nature walks, bike rides or jogs.

Open dawn to dusk, the park is free to enter and offers a variety of green mountain biking trails, perfect for beginners, families, or for a more relaxed riding experience! The blue skills trail has a variety of wooden features perfect for practicing berms, bridges, and jumps.

The Sq’ewá:lxw First Nation invites you to explore their rich tapestry of cultural heritage and natural beauty. Pronounced in English, “see-yuk chow-low,” Syéx̱w Chó:leqw means ‘Rockslide in the Forest’ in the Halq’eméylem language. As you roam, discover stunning mural paintings, wood sculptures, and carvings dotted around, each telling tales of the land’s ancestral use for hunting, fishing, and gathering. So pack your day bags and set out on this cultural journey at Syéx̱w Chó:leqw Adventure Park.

manning park lodge main building

LITTLE MUDDY – E.C. MANNING PROVINCIAL PARK

Beginner – 2.5km

Start your ride on the west side of the Corral/Lightning Lake Campground as you ride the trail beside Gibson Pass Road on the south side of the road, starting from behind the Lodge, near the Corral. Head west towards Lightning Lake campground. This trail has light elevation gain, with one steep uphill named “Graduation Hill”.

SIMILKAMEEN RIVER TRAIL – E.C. MANNING PROVINCIAL PARK

Beginner – 7km

Starting and ending at the Similkameen Bridge, this out-and-back is a great way to explore Manning Park and the Similkameen River. Follow the trail on the south side of the river eastbound for 2 km until you reach the Windy Joe Trail Junction. Past Windy Joe’s junction, follow the East Similkameen trail until you meet up with the Monument 83 trail. Choose your destiny and pick a trail, or turn around and head back the way you came.

INTERMEDIATE AND BLUE TRAILS

manning park lodge main building

LONE DUCK – E.C. MANNING PROVINCIAL PARK

Intermediate – 1km

Continue your Manning Park adventure with great lake views and views of Mt. Frosty. Start at the Twenty Minute Lake Parking Lot/Lightning Lake Campground as you ride a portion of Little Muddy trail going around Lone Duck Bay. Dismount your bike by the Lone Duck group facilities.

SOUTH GIBSON – E.C. MANNING PROVINCIAL PARK

Intermediate – 3.2km

Get your legs burning with a bit of elevation gain! This trail has a gradual ascent to Strawberry Flats with some flat areas. Important to note that there is no biking permitted into Strawberry Flats area and beyond.

thatcher mountain viewpoint

THATCHER MOUNTAIN

Intermediate – 2.6km

You’ll find great bang for your buck on Thatcher Mountain with a short climb and excellent views. Ride up Thatcher Mountain Viewpoint Trail and take in the scenery before you descend down the mountain’s blue trail.

a groomed dirt road on a hiking trail

HBC HERITAGE TRAIL

Intermediate – 12km (roundtrip)

The HBC Trail from Peers Creek is open for mountain biking to Manson’s Camp (the first campground). The trail is mostly double-track and offers scenic mountain and meadow views. There is a short section of rock-slide near the beginning of the trail that riders may have to hike past.

ADVANCED AND BLACK TRAILS

first blood trail wood path traverse

FIRST BLOOD TRAIL

NEW FOR SUMMER 2025 – FIRST BLOOD TRAIL (STAY TUNED FOR OPENING DATES)

Advanced  – 5km (downhill)

This trail has been in the works since 2020 as the first major trail of the Hope Mountain Trail Network. Built entirely by hand, this steep, technical, black diamond trail is a dedicated shuttle trail accessible via Mount Hope Forest Service Road. Named after the iconic 1982 Rambo movie filmed in the area, this 5km-long trail is the brainchild of seasoned trail planner and builder, Thomas Schoen of First Journey Trails.

“First Blood” offers a challenging and exhilarating ride, featuring a steep descent, boulder features, rock slabs, and exposed sections. While designed for advanced riders, skilled intermediate riders may tackle the trail with caution. This hand-built trail distinguishes itself from other destinations, offering a unique and natural riding experience with a handful of man-made features like ladders and bridges.

With environmental sustainability and Indigenous community input prioritized, Schoen and his crew employed innovative techniques while building the new trail, including rock splitting to minimize impact and prevent erosion. He emphasized the importance of employing experienced builders and ensuring proper water drainage to keep the trail sustainable and around for years to come.  

Schoen, who has a background in tourism consulting with Indigenous communities, expressed his enthusiasm for the Hope Mountain Trail Project and the support received from the Fraser Valley Mountain Bike Association. He envisions “First Blood” as the first step in developing a network of trails that will appeal to a wide range of riders and establish Hope as a mountain biking destination.

The grand opening is anticipated for late June or early July, pending weather conditions and final trail maintenance. Stay tuned for updates and prepare to experience the thrill of “First Blood.”

a stepping path of log rounds through a forest

HOPE LOOKOUT TRAIL

Advanced – 2.5 km(roundtrip)

The mountain bike trails at Hope Lookout start at the hikers’ trailhead and share some sections of the hiking trail. This advanced trail has some man-made features and follows portions of the Joan Greenwood Loop.

manning park lodge main building

NORTH GIBSON – E.C. MANNING PROVINCIAL PARK

Advanced  – 3.1km

The trail is on the North side of Gibson Pass road between Strawberry Flats and the Lightning Lake campground, and it is a forest service road that connects the Lightning Lakes campground to the Poland Lake trailhead. When riding uphill, the first half is a reasonably steep push to the shale slide, then becomes mostly downhill. When riding downhill, North Gibson is quicker than South. At the top of North Gibson trail, you can keep going straight to meet up with the Poland Lake Trail. It can be used as a loop when ridden with South Gibson, and can be ridden in either direction.

WINDY JOE – E.C. MANNING PROVINCIAL PARK

Advanced  – 8km (one-way)

Windy Joe climbs from behind the Manning Park Resort up to an old forest fire lookout shelter, and offers excellent views of the provincial park. Start the trail at the Similkameen Bridge, following Lower Similkameen Trail southeast for just over 2 km before intersecting the Windy Joe trail. The descent from the top is a fast ride! Be aware of upcoming traffic, including hikers and horses.

MONUMENT 83 – E.C. MANNING PROVINCIAL PARK

Advanced  – 16km (one-way)

Monument 83 is an access road climb to old Canadian (1920s) and American (1960s) fire lookout stations. After leaving the parking lot, the fire access road remains level for the first 3 km. After the third bridge crossing, keep to the left at the trail sign for a gradual ascent to Monument 83. The last kilometer is the most strenuous. Look for the carved headstone of Pasayten Pete. With an excellent view from the top and a monument marking the Canada/US border, this trail offers easy riding for reasonably fit cyclists with only the access road as your route back down.

a calm lake reflecting trees and sky

POLAND LAKE

Advanced – 16km (roundtrip)

Head out for the day in E.C. Manning Park, where you’ll be treated with stunning views of the Cascade Mountains. Start at Strawberry Flats and climb past Manning Park Resort to Poland Lake, a beautiful alpine lake with camping for those looking for an overnight adventure. Once you reach the ski area (just before the chairlift), hikers go to the left and cyclists and those on horseback stay to the right, keeping on the fire access road. At the 4.5 km point, along Horseshoe run, the two routes re-join and a map is posted to guide you to the lake. This trail is not technical and offers riders incredible views of the Hozameen mountain range. It is important to note that cyclists and horses are only permitted to travel to the end of the road, not around the lake. View the trail on trailforks here.

an older mountain biker comes down a path on a hill

DOG MOUNTAIN

Advanced – 3km

Extremely well maintained and a downhill nirvana, this trail climbs a short distance uphill through old-growth forest to a surreal view from the top of Dog Mountain. Including drops, jumps, gaps, and bridges, each feature on the trail is marked with flags so you can expect what’s coming! To get there, head north on Water Street and follow Highway #1 North, then turn west on Hwy #7 towards Agassiz. Travel about 500 meters to the weigh scales and park at the far end. Cross the highway to locate the trailhead as per co-ordinates N 49°23.315’ W 121°28.028’. Find the map on Sites and Trails here.

Fraser Valley Mountain Bikers Association

The Fraser Valley Mountain Bikers Association is a great resource for finding trails, checking notices and closures, and building the mountain biking community. The riding association actively advocates for the development, maintenance and protection of local trails through community involvement.

By becoming a member, you’ll help the FVMBA to build and maintain trails in the region, offer community riding events, and build relationships with community groups, First Nations, local businesses, and governments. 

Mountain Biking in E.C. Manning Provincial Park

Find the map of trails, parking lots, day-use areas and additional information here. View the region on Trailforks here. When biking in a provincial park, trail use is subject to the BC Parks Act. All designated bike trails in Manning Park are two-way, multi-use trails. You may encounter hikers or horses at any time. Please note there is no cell service in the park. Please stay off all trails not designated for bikes.

Safety

  • Stay aware of other users, including cyclists, hikers, walkers, and runners.
  • Mountain biking is always at your own risk. Trails are in their natural state and may have natural obstacles and hazardous terrain. Always ride in control and within your ability level.
  • Stay on trails and ride through puddles to conserve trails and avoid erosion.
  • Be sure to check your bike’s brakes, gears, chain, and tires before you set out.
  • Wear and bring appropriate clothing and footwear while you ride and be prepared for unpredictable weather changes in the mountains.
  • Carry drinking water and snacks.
  • Pack out and properly dispose of all garbage and waste.
  • Avoid wildlife and do not feed animals.

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