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One of our absolute favorite beginner friendly road bike routes leaving right from our front door. This ride takes you directly from Sound Bikes & Kayaks onto the Olympic Discovery Trail (ODT) toward Sequim. Offering traffic-free riding on smooth, high-quality pavement, the route features gentle grades and spectacular views of the Strait of Juan de Fuca, farmland, and the Olympic Mountains. Ride the full distance out and back to Sequim, or turn around whenever you like for a shorter, bite-sized cruise.
Recommended Bike: You can truly ride this route with any bike of your choosing. This route is very friendly and can be enjoyed by virtually everyone. However, a couple of our top picks for this trail are the Specialized Roubaix, Diverge, and Sirrus X.
Recommended E-Bike: While this route can be enjoyed on any kind of bike, we highly recommend the Specialized Creo, Vado, or Vado SL for E-biking this trail.
Another classic, beginner-friendly road ride starting right from our front door. Hop on the Olympic Discovery Trail and head west toward the scenic Elwha River. While the vast majority of this route is paved and car-free, note that early on it takes you up a notable climb on Hill Road before navigating through a neighborhood to reconnect with the trail. It requires a bit more navigation than our route toward Sequim, but the final payoff, crossing the stunning Elwha River, is well worth the effort.
Recommended Bike: You can truly ride this route with any bike of your choosing. This route is very friendly and can be enjoyed by virtually everyone. However, a couple of our top picks for this trail are the Specialized Roubaix, Diverge, and Sirrus X.
Recommended E-Bike: While this route can be enjoyed on any kind of bike, we highly recommend the Specialized Creo, Vado, or Vado SL for E-biking this trail.
While you could argue there isn’t really any truly "chill" gravel riding on the Olympic Peninsula, this loop is definitely more approachable. An intermediate gravel rider will have a ton of fun on this shorter route. Just keep in mind that almost any loop you draw up on the Peninsula is going to pack a decent amount of elevation—so expect some climbing, but know the riding is well worth it.
Recommended Bike: The Specialized Diverge is the premier gravel bike for our area. It has enough built in compliance to smooth out rugged gravel roads and techy singletrack and has a stable geometry for our steeper climbs / descents.
Recommended E-bike: Take the sting out of Olympic Peninsula climbing. Based on the popular Specialized Diverge gravel platform, the Specialized Creo gives you classic drop-bar gravel performance backed by smooth electric assist. It’s our go-to recommendation for flattening out the steep stuff so you can focus on the scenery.
Looking for a bigger challenge? The Salt Creek Long Loop delivers a classic North Olympic Peninsula gravel day. Created by our head mechanic, Mitch, this route packs a punch. It’s not just the mileage, but the elevation gain that gives it its spicy character. The climbing is well worth every pedal stroke, rewarding you with sweeping, diverse views across the peninsula. Bring low gears, extra snacks, and get ready for a memorable day in the saddle.
Recommended Bike: The Specialized Diverge is the premier gravel bike for our area. It has enough built in compliance to smooth out rugged gravel roads and techy singletrack and has a stable geometry for our steeper climbs / descents.
Recommended E-bike: Take the sting out of Olympic Peninsula climbing. Based on the popular Specialized Diverge gravel platform, the Specialized Creo gives you classic drop-bar gravel performance backed by smooth electric assist. It’s our go-to recommendation for flattening out the steep stuff so you can focus on the scenery.
A low-commitment, high-fun area built for mountain bike progression in Port Angeles, Wa. Perfect for complete beginners getting their balance or experienced riders dialing in their drops, jumps, and turns. Ride a little, hang out a lot—complete with central benches and a fire pit for post-ride relaxing.
Recommended Bike: Any mountain bike! Whether you have a entry level Specialized Rockhopper, or a ready for anything Stumpjumper, you can have fun on these trails!
The Olympic Peninsula's premier cross-country mountain biking route. Accessible to virtually all skill levels and a wide variety of bikes, the Olympic Adventure Trail is the perfect option for anyone looking to log scenic dirt miles without worrying about technical features or spicy obstacles. Tackled in bite-sized sections or ridden end-to-end as a full 25-mile singletrack journey, it delivers smooth, high-reward riding through lush Pacific Northwest Forest.
Recommended Bike: Almost any bike! whether you have a gravel bike like the Diverge, an XC mountain bike like the Rockhopper, or a full suspension bike like the Stumpjumper, pretty much any off-road capable bike will do. We have even seen people enjoying the OAT on hybrid / active bikes like the Sirrus X.
Recommended E-Bike: We highly recommend the Specialized Levo R or the Vado 3 X for this trail. These E-bikes have all the power you need, while still remaining nimble.
Tucked just off the Olympic Adventure Trail on the lower Kelly Peak slopes, the Petting Zoo trails offer classic, hand-built PNW singletrack. Perfect for intermediate to advanced riders seeking technical terrain without a massive elevation penalty, these trails deliver max feature density for minimum climb. Take a break at "The Living Room" down the OAT, enjoy a fast, flowy descent back toward the trailhead, and finish your session right next to Colville Bike Park.
Recommended Bike: A full suspension mountain bike like the Specialized Stumpjumper, Status 140, or Chisel will feel right at home on these trails.
Looking to experience iconic Pacific Northwest downhill riding? Dry Hill is the local go-to. As the home and birthplace of the famous NW Cup downhill race series, this network is built specifically with gravity lovers in mind. While the terrain caters primarily to intermediate and advanced riders looking for speed, tech, and airtime, there are also great options for confident beginners ready to step up their game.
Recommended Bike: For the majority of these trails, we recommend a full suspension mountain bike with a bit more travel like the Status 170 or Stumpjumper. However, many of the blue trails can be confidently ridden on a short-travel or mid-travel mountain bike like the Chisel or Status 140.
Recommended Ebike: If you want to get multiple laps in, we highly recommend riding an E-mountain bike like the Specialized Levo. The Levo 4 or Levo Evo are especially recommended for Dry Hill's more technical downhill runs.
If you are an established intermediate to advanced rider, you’ll definitely want to check out the Zoo Loop. Most of these trails offer classic, hand-built Northwest gnar, though there are plenty of approachable blue trails for those not quite ready for the blacks and double-blacks. Even the blues in this zone tend to have a spicy feature or two, so definitely look before you leap! That said, if you're comfortable on technical terrain, prepare for a high-energy ride that delivers non-stop smiles.
Recommended Bike: Much like Dry Hill, for the majority of these trails, we recommend a full suspension mountain bike with a bit more travel like the Status 170 or Stumpjumper. However, many of the blue trails can be confidently ridden on a short-travel or mid-travel mountain bike like the Chisel or Status 140.
Recommended Ebike: If you want to get multiple laps in, we highly recommend riding an E-mountain bike like the Specialized Levo. The Levo 4 or Levo Evo are especially recommended for Dry Hill's more technical downhill runs. The climb back out of Sendtaur and trails near it can be particularly arduous.
Video of Tight Like A Tiger Trail at the Zoo Loop (Advanced)
Want to learn more about mountain biking on the Olympic Peninsula? Here are some more local resources to check out!
If you want to check out more trail videos on the Olympic peninsula, definitely check out our full YouTube channel. We have many more videos of local trails there, many of which are not on this page.
Want some more in-depth beta on staff recommended trails? Check out our Staff Trail Pick articles on our blog.
Want trail beta straight from the trail builders? Check out Top Left Trails full YouTube Channel.
Top Left Trails Co-Op, a 501c3 non-profit organization, is dedicated to designing, building, and maintaining enduring mountain bike trails in Port Angeles, Washington. Their trails are built by and for the community, and they collaborate closely with local agencies to enhance access, promote stewardship, and foster respect for the unique landscape of the Olympic Peninsula.
