Badger and Chinquapin trails are now open and ready for riding. Chinquapin is an intermediate flow trail with lots of…
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55 MILES OF TRAILS
4,140’ – 5,850’ ELEVATION RANGE
SOUTHERN OREGON'S BEST MOUNTAIN BIKING
The Spence Mountain trails offers the best mountain biking in Southern Oregon. The growing trail system is also well loved by runners and hikers thanks to directional trails that enhance the experience for all.
Besides great riding, Spence Mountain trails are surrounded with incredible views of Upper Klamath Lake and the surrounding Cascade Mountains.
Spence Mountain is home to a large resident population of Bald Eagles. Shoalwater Bay and Queen of the Lake offers excellent birding along the marshes.
Spence Mountain is owned by Klamath County and showcases 55 miles of professionally built mountain biking trails.
Shoalwater Bay Trailhead
To access the Shoalwater Bay trailhead continue west on Hwy 140 for 5 more miles,
then turn right on Eagle Ridge Rd and continue 2 more miles.
Spence Mountain Trailhead
The main Spence Mt trailhead is located 15 miles west of Klamath Falls on Hwy 140.
Hover over the circles to view the trailheads. Navigate the PDF map below with Avenza Maps.
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the Spence Mountain Trails Updates
Check back here for new updates, features, and trail work being done.
The Spring trail building season at Spence has arrived and Dirt Mechanics is hard at work. they are building a…
Read MoreWe have been improving both trailheads at Spence Mountain recently. The trailhead parking at Hwy 140 has been increased in…
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TRAIL ETIQUETTE
- Respect Wildlife: Responsible viewing is better for wildlife and better for you! Watch but don’t intrude.
- Etiquette: WHEELS YIELD TO HEELS. Bikes Yield to Foot Traffic. Downhill Yields to Uphill.
- Share the Trail: Take care while passing others, slow down on crowded trails and be prepared to stop. Be Kind to one another, it’s a beautiful day!
- Pets: Clean-up after and be in control of your pets at all times.
- Environment: PROTECT IT! Stick to the trail, carving shortcuts and skidding tires will damage the ecosystem. Tread lightly, ride dirt trails not muddy trails.
- Closed Trails: These are closed for your safety and the protection of the environment.
- Trash: Leave no trace, pack out your litter!