Explore the Oregon Coast: Local Mountain Biking Trails and Events in 2024

Over the past decade, mountain biking enthusiasts have been exploring the trail systems of the Oregon Coast. These trails, stretching from Bandon to Seaside, offer year-round riding opportunities, unlike other parts of the state. The coastal rainforest terrain provides good grip for riders.

The Ride the Dirt Wave series, now in its second year in 2024, is a popular event for experiencing these trails. The Oregon Bicycle Racing Association sanctions the series, which includes three separate events over three months. Each event lasts two days, with the first day for guided group rides and demos, and the second for timed trail races. The event is family-friendly and caters to all skill levels, with food trucks, a beer garden, and music.

The series begins on June 8 and 9, 2024, at the Klootchy Creek Trail system, located between Seaside and Cannon Beach. This trail system, less than five years old, has 23 trails for all skill levels. The main trailhead at Klootchy Creek Park is near the Necanicum River, offering more outdoor activities.

The Whiskey Run Trails in Coos County, about 8 miles from Bandon, is a well-established mountain biking trail network on the Coast. It has 64 different trails and over 32 miles of single-track through old-growth forests. The Ride the Dirt Wave event at Whiskey Run is on July 22 and 23, 2024.

The final event of the series is at the Big Creek Trails, just outside of Newport on the Central Coast. This trail complex has nine trails totaling 13 rideable miles. The event at Big Creek is on August 12 and 13, 2024. Despite its small size, the network is beginner-friendly.

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