Do you prefer destinations where mountain biking is the primary draw?

Some outdoor recreation hotspots are full of mountain bikers, while others see a mix of travelers.
By Jeff Barber
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Aerial view of a small town nestled in a valley, surrounded by mountains under a clear blue sky. The town features colorful houses and streets, with a winding river visible nearby, and forests covering the slopes of the mountains that encircle the area. Baker's Park mountain bike trail.
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There are so many great places to ride mountain bikes today! This is the time of year when we start planning our summer trips, and it can be hard to narrow down the list.

Some destinations are known primarily for mountain biking, while others are more generally outdoors-oriented toward other activities like water sports, rock climbing, and hiking. The upside to MTB-specific destinations is you’ll always meet other riders at the local watering hole, though the downside is that if you’re traveling with non-riders, there’s not as much for them to do.

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A wooden sign attached to a tree in a forest, reading "WRONG WAY FOR TRAIL FLOW," with a symbol indicating a prohibition. The background features a wooded path surrounded by green leaves and scattered stones on the forest floor. Rockland Preserve mountain bike trail.
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