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        Primary Trail Type: Cross-Country
        AKA: Applegate
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        Region Details
        • 2
        • 12
        • 7

        Region Status
        Caution as of May 28, 2026
        Local Trail Association

        Stats

        Avg Trail Rating
        Trails (view details)
        25
        Trails Mountain Bike
        22
        Trails E-Bike
        15
        Trails Horse
        6
        Trails Hike
        26
        Trails Trail Running
        26
        Trails Dirtbike/Moto
        5
        Total Distance
        89 miles
        Total Descent
        23,474 ft
        Total Vertical
        5,152 ft
        Highest Trailhead
        6,969 ft
        Reports
        203
        Photos
        297
        Ridden Counter
        643

        Popular Applegate Lake Mountain Biking Trails

        75 3.0 9 miles 1,001 ft 79
        Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions and has a moderate overall physical rating. On average it takes 1 hour22 minutes to complete this trail.
        80 4.0 4 miles 1,451 ft 75
        A fun singletrack winding through mostly woods, along the lake.
        45 4.0 6 miles 2,412 ft 48
        Trail goes up and over Collings Mountain, connecting Watkins Campground to Hart-tish Park. The climbing is steep in either direction, but going clockwise is easier on a mountain bike, while going counter-clockwise is easier for a trail...
        45 3.8 7 miles 120 ft 36
        Moderately popular blue difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions and has a moderate overall physical rating with a 120 ft blue climb. It features skinny. On average it takes 1 hour2 minutes to complete this trail.
        50 2.7 5 miles 2,316 ft 30 moto
        The upper half features somewhat open ridgeline trail while the lower half is exposed benchcut.
        45 4.0 4 miles 1,359 ft 22
        Moderately popular blue difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions and has a moderate overall physical rating with a 1,359 ft blue climb. On average it takes 37 minutes to complete this trail.
        55 5.0 3 miles 482 ft 12
        Moderately popular blue difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions and has a moderate overall physical rating with a 482 ft blue climb. Trail visibility is sometimes hard to follow. On average it takes 1 hour51 minutes to complete this trail.
        60 4.0 4 miles 0 ft 12
        This trail was rebuilt in 2025 by the Southern Oregon Trail Alliance. The brush has been cleared and tread widened along portions on public land. It offers stunning views, and can be ridden as an out and back, shuttled using , or ridden...

        Recent Ride Log Activity in Region

        Today
        • 0 rides
        Yesterday
        • 1 rides
        Past Week
        • 2 rides

        Photos of Applegate Lake Mountain Bike

        51 |
        Oct 25, 2024 @ 11:27pm
        Oct 25, 2024
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        Oct 25, 2024 @ 11:27pm
        Oct 25, 2024
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        Sep 1, 2024 @ 10:47pm
        Sep 1, 2024
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        Sep 1, 2024 @ 10:43pm
        Sep 1, 2024
        100 |
        Aug 15, 2023 @ 8:36am
        Aug 15, 2023
        177 |
        Apr 11, 2021 @ 6:10pm
        Apr 11, 2021
        118 |
        Sep 4, 2020 @ 9:51pm
        Sep 4, 2020
        104 |
        Sep 4, 2020 @ 9:51pm
        Sep 4, 2020
        112 |
        Sep 4, 2020 @ 9:50pm
        Sep 4, 2020
        103 |
        Sep 4, 2020 @ 9:50pm
        Sep 4, 2020
        90 |
        Sep 4, 2020 @ 9:50pm
        Sep 4, 2020
        105 |
        Sep 4, 2020 @ 9:50pm
        Sep 4, 2020

        Videos of Applegate Lake Mountain Bike

        Mule Mountain Trail 919
        2:52 | 8 | Apr 9, 2026
        Da-Ku-Be-Te-De Trail
        24:30 | 96 | Dec 2, 2024 , Jacksonville
        YouTube
        21:46 | 729 | Jan 15, 2018 , Jacksonville

        Current Trail Warnings

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        Little Greyback
        May 28, 2026 @ 12:38pm (America/Los_Angeles)
        May 28, 2026
        DrySmithscientificOvergrown vegetation. The trail bench...

        Recent Trail Reports

        statustraildateconditioninfouser
        Da-Ku-Be-Te-De Trail #940
        Jan 30, 2026 @ 9:42am (America/Los_Angeles)
        Jan 30, 2026
        Unknown Bridge constructed over last water...happystinkyman
        Grouse Loop Access
        Oct 29, 2025 @ 9:19am (America/Los_Angeles)
        Oct 29, 2025
        IdealHike Cut and cleared trail. Great little loop,...Zr1
        Mule Mountain Trail
        Aug 3, 2025 @ 9:21am
        Aug 3, 2025
        DryWow, just wow. Amazing work. All that...happystinkyman
        Payette Trail
        Jul 19, 2025 @ 11:39am
        Jul 19, 2025
        DryE-Bike all shaded areas are crowded with oak but...brundlefly
        Baldy Peak Trail
        Jul 8, 2025 @ 3:17pm
        Jul 8, 2025
        DryRunning well, a little dry and some tall...larryssman7 SOTA
        Cook and Green
        Jun 16, 2025 @ 11:08am
        Jun 16, 2025
        IdealE-Bike Completely clear of downfall...happystinkyman
        Summit Lake trail
        Jun 13, 2025 @ 6:54pm
        Jun 13, 2025
        Ideal 3 volunteers logged out all of Summit...larryssman7 SOTA
        Stein Butte
        Mar 24, 2025 @ 5:38pm
        Mar 24, 2025
        DryTrail is in good condition for the most...EddieextbyN
        Mule Creek Trail
        Jan 8, 2025 @ 8:16am
        Jan 8, 2025
        Unknown"You shall not pass!" Starting from...Jwtucker1981
        Collings Mountain Trail #943
        Sep 1, 2024 @ 9:40pm
        Sep 1, 2024
        Dry Brushing work and improving the trail...marshallthewolf RVMBA

        Activity Feed

        usernameactiontypetitledate
        Smithscientificaddreportactivity #95726986
        May 28, 2026 @ 12:39pm
        May 28, 2026
        TangoLevowishlisttrailactivity #88935501
        Feb 14, 2026 @ 9:43pm
        Feb 14, 2026
        happystinkymanaddreportactivity #88039605
        Jan 30, 2026 @ 9:42am
        Jan 30, 2026
        burningpineswishlisttrailactivity #87992479
        Jan 29, 2026 @ 9:18am
        Jan 29, 2026
        milo1riddentrailactivity #87610430
        Jan 21, 2026 @ 8:43pm
        Jan 21, 2026

        Recent Comments

        usernametypetitlecommentdate
        happystinkymanreportDa-Ku-Be-Te-De Trail #940Collapsed. Not collapsed. Ridable and walkable...
        May 14, 2025 @ 11:39pm
        May 14, 2025
        jubbtrailDa-Ku-Be-Te-De Trail #940Fun trail, less exposed than the Payette trail...
        Dec 1, 2024 @ 7:04pm
        Dec 1, 2024
        jubbtrailPayette TrailDefinitely agree with @MuddyBrit, this trail...
        Oct 25, 2024 @ 11:23pm
        Oct 25, 2024
        normsridetrailMule Mountain TrailAs of March 2nd, 2024, there's been a lot of...
        May 2, 2024 @ 8:07am
        May 2, 2024
        marshallthewolftrailCollings Mountain Trail #943With a few stunts this would be a 5 star...
        Sep 17, 2022 @ 8:36pm
        Sep 17, 2022

        Nearby Areas

        namedistance
        Siskiyou Crest 6 3 111.8 km
        Sterling Mine Ditch Trail System 4 914.4 km
        Wagner Creek 4 9 717.9 km
        Jacksonville Woodlands 15 1220.3 km
        Forest Park 6 28 421.2 km

        Local Badges


        Activity Type Stats

        activitytypetrailsdistancedescentdescent distancetotal verticalratingglobal rankstate rankphotosreportsroutesridelogs
        Mountain Bike2262 miles15,571 ft30 miles3,140 ft
        #5,721#2,104159203737
        E-Bike1554 miles13,911 ft26 miles3,140 ft
        #1,537#6858418894
        Horse636 miles8,054 ft16 miles4,961 ft
        #1,213#62033
        Hike2689 miles23,474 ft44 miles5,151 ft
        #1,224#5985520391
        Trail Running2689 miles23,474 ft44 miles5,151 ft
        #2,232#53220322
        Dirtbike/Moto59 miles902 ft2 miles2,372 ft
        #195#83381

        Frequently Asked Questions About Applegate Lake

        What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Applegate Lake?
        What is the best time of the year to ride in Applegate Lake?
        Based on ride log data, the most popular months to ride in Applegate Lake are:
        • June (6 activities)
        • August (6 activities)
        • April (5 activities)
        Check the Applegate Lake reports page for current trail conditions, recent trail reports, and seasonal information from the local community.
        Where can I park to ride in Applegate Lake?
        There are 16 parking locations listed in Applegate Lake. The most popular parking spots are: View all parking and trailhead locations on the map to plan your visit.
        What is the longest trail in Applegate Lake?
        The longest trail in Applegate Lake is Payette Trail at 8.5 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
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        • Admins: Applegate, RVMBA, Applegate, SOTA, RVMBA, SOTA
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