The Top 6 Mountain Bike Trails in Revelstoke

Frisby Ridge

This is the ultimate, “Too Much Fun” trail of Revelstoke—the kind of trail that lets you ride like your best self. But mostly, it is just the most good, clean fun you can have. Flowy single track through alpine meadows, with staggering views of the Columbia River Valley, Mt. Begbie and the surrounding peaks, Frisby Ridge is an alpine playground.

It’s at a higher elevation than other trails, and the town awaits the coveted opening of the trail (usually around July 15), with a collective excitement that lends itself to shouted conversations across streets, “Buddy! Heard you were up Frisby? How’s she looking?” “Sweet, bud! Bit of snow up high, but she’s good to go!” This is the work of the Revelstoke Town Criers.

MacPherson

The Upper and Lower Mount Macpherson trails, split by Highway 23S, compliment one other with a quick hop and a jump over the road. In Upper Mac, you’ll find massive trees and flowy trails, and jumping into Lower Mac, you’ll rip along the banks of the Columbia River. Keep your eyes peeled for a view across the valley of snow-capped peaks of Revelstoke Mountain Resort.

Trails range from green to black, but are on the Revelstoke sliding scale (read: they are all still quite challenging). To summarize: single track, rooty in spots, smooth in others, blazing through the carnage of cut blocks, teetering over hollowed-out tree bridged creeks, whipping along the Columbia River and heart pounding back up into the mountains. Good berms are abundant, too. This is a great place for a fitness date, if you’re into that sort of thing.

Boulder

Boulder Mountain is tucked into the southwest corner of Revelstoke, and its trails look down over the Columbia River Valley and this picturesque little town. Its lower elevation allows it to open earlier in the season, the biggest hazards then being windfall and slick dirt – nope, that’s a lie. The biggest hazard being that it is SWEET and you will go FAST and then you risk the chance of being what referred to by locals as a, “Tumbelina.” Boulder is best for downhill biking with a shuttle, but if you don’t have your own truck or friend with a truck (or a friend of a friend), there is always Wandering Wheels, a local business offering guided tours and a shuttle service in a big comfy white truck (to show off mud/dirt-levels).

Around Town

There are plenty of adventure-friendly accommodation providers in Revelstoke, offering secure bike storage and all the comforts of home. Stay along the Columbia River between town and the resort at Powder Pillow Bed and Breakfast, or book accommodation within walking distance of downtown at Swiss Chalet Motel. For a high-octane adventure getaway, escape to the Glacier House Resort, which is the perfect hub for dirt biking, ATV, paddling, biking, and more.

What’s a bike ride without après? The quirky Village Idiot Bar and Grill and Mt. Begbie Brewing make for a great after-ride pint. You can also sample hand-crafted cocktails at the Monashee Spirits Distillery or enjoy a sunny patio session at the Rockford Bar and Grill.