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        Region Details
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        Region Status
        Open as of May 2, 2026

        Stats

        Avg Trail Rating
        Trails (view details)
        96
        Trails Mountain Bike
        83
        Trails E-Bike
        6
        Trails Gravel Bike
        2
        Trails Adaptive Bike
        2
        Trails Horse
        56
        Trails Hike
        97
        Trails Trail Running
        97
        Trails Dirtbike/Moto
        36
        Trails ATV/ORV/OHV
        36
        Total Distance
        249 miles
        Total Descent
        16,896 ft
        Total Vertical
        2,400 ft
        Highest Trailhead
        4,722 ft
        Reports
        65
        Photos
        106
        Ridden Counter
        3,254

        Articles

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        Popular Big Bend Ranch State Park Trails

        100 4.5 1 mile 155 ft 270
        This is a desert trail with many lose stones, crossing several arroyos and arriving at an amazing quartz crystal hillside towards the north end of the trail.
        100 4.4 1 mile 91 ft 261
        Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 7 minutes to complete this trail.
        100 4.0 2 miles 266 ft 194
        Highly rated popular blue difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 22 minutes to complete this trail.
        100 4.5 4,441 ft 60 ft 187
        Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 11 minutes to complete this trail.
        95 4.5 1 mile 40 ft 168
        Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 8 minutes to complete this trail.
        95 4.6 3 miles 57 ft 162
        Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 27 minutes to complete this trail.
        95 3.7 1 mile 54 ft 153
        Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail. On average it takes 5 minutes to complete this trail.
        90 4.7 9 miles 389 ft 142
        Highly rated popular blue difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail. On average it takes 1 hour6 minutes to complete this trail.

        Recent Ride Log Activity in Region

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        • 0 rides
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        • 0 rides
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        • 0 rides

        Mountain Bike Routes

        5.0 57 miles 3,446 ft 6
        30 miles 2,444 ft 5 Point to Point
        Suggested draft route for the Cross Texas Trail - xTx
        47 miles 2,640 ft 5 Point to Point
        Suggested draft route for the Cross Texas Trail - xTx
        19 miles 1,043 ft 6
        Trying to figure this out lets see
        13 miles 916 ft 4
        13 miles 886 ft 8

        Photos of Big Bend Ranch State Park Mountain Bike

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        Videos of Big Bend Ranch State Park Mountain Bike

        Epic Ride in Big Bend Ranch State Park

        21:16 | 4 | Jun 18, 2026
        East Dome Trail MTB Review | Big Bend Ranch SP...
        10:30 | 4 | Jun 18, 2026 , Terlingua
        Is West Dome Trail Worth Riding? (Full MTB POV)
        14:57 | 5 | Jun 18, 2026 , Terlingua
        Dog Cholla Trail MTB Preview | Big Bend Ranch...
        trail: Dog Cholla
        6:34 | 5 | Jun 18, 2026 , Terlingua
        What is Waterhole Trail? (Full MTB POV +...
        6:46 | 2 | Jun 18, 2026 , Terlingua
        Dog Cholla MTB
        trail: Dog Cholla
        4:34 | 90 | Feb 28, 2025 , Terlingua
        Lajitas MTB
        7:05 | 81 | Feb 27, 2025 , Terlingua
        Dig Cholla Trail
        trail: Dog Cholla
        137 | Dec 25, 2024 , Terlingua

        Recent Trail Reports

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        Jun 18, 2026 @ 12:23pm
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        steueraddvideoactivity #97251292 and 2 more
        Jun 18, 2026 @ 7:39am
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        Jun 2, 2026 @ 9:12pm
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        schillingsworthvotetrailactivity #96134443 and 3 more
        Jun 2, 2026 @ 9:11pm
        Jun 2, 2026
        steuervotetrailactivity #94031434 and 4 more
        May 4, 2026 @ 9:44am
        May 4, 2026

        Recent Comments

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        7mDCnwqxtrailRock Quarry TrailShort and super fun trail. Definitely worth...
        Mar 27, 2025 @ 9:01pm
        Mar 27, 2025
        7mDCnwqxtrailWaterhole TrailMost of the trail is creek bed, so either wide...
        Mar 27, 2025 @ 9:00pm
        Mar 27, 2025
        7mDCnwqxtrailWest Main TrailThis is the easiest black trail you will ever...
        Mar 27, 2025 @ 8:57pm
        Mar 27, 2025
        7mDCnwqxtrailFresno Divide TrailSuper fun trail. The climb from West Dome is a...
        Mar 27, 2025 @ 8:54pm
        Mar 27, 2025
        KeatonjrtrailOld Government RoadIn
        Mar 10, 2025 @ 1:20pm
        Mar 10, 2025

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        Activity Type Stats

        activitytypetrailsdistancedescentdescent distancetotal verticalratingglobal rankstate rankphotosreportsroutesridelogs
        Mountain Bike83244 miles16,293 ft99 miles2,402 ft
        #779#3001066541,593
        E-Bike610 miles367 ft4 miles2,073 ft
        #6,745#1,9384758
        Gravel Bike2
        #1,860#9802
        Adaptive Bike2
        #1,859#9792
        Horse56105 miles7,398 ft49 miles2,402 ft
        #339#25051
        Hike97249 miles16,896 ft101 miles2,402 ft
        #373#212651100
        Trail Running97249 miles16,896 ft101 miles2,402 ft
        #212#10565120
        Dirtbike/Moto3675 miles5,128 ft36 miles1,680 ft
        #453#1165
        ATV/ORV/OHV3675 miles5,128 ft36 miles1,680 ft
        #304#575

        Frequently Asked Questions About Big Bend Ranch State Park

        What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Big Bend Ranch State Park?
        The highest rated mountain biking trails in Big Bend Ranch State Park are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by rating.
        What is the best time of the year to ride in Big Bend Ranch State Park?
        Based on ride log data, the most popular months to ride in Big Bend Ranch State Park are:
        • February (44 activities)
        • December (16 activities)
        • January (16 activities)
        Check the Big Bend Ranch State Park reports page for current trail conditions, recent trail reports, and seasonal information from the local community.
        Where can I park to ride in Big Bend Ranch State Park?
        There are 5 parking locations listed in Big Bend Ranch State Park. 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 Big Bend Ranch State Park?
        The longest trail in Big Bend Ranch State Park is Solitario Loop at 9.7 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
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