Bootleg Canyon Bike Trails - Boulder City, Nevada

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Bootleg Canyon Bike Trails - Boulder City, Nevada

You often hear of the wonders of the world but now you can experience a man made wonder of southern Nevada!  Try the trails that comprise the ride around Boulder City in Bootleg Canyon.  Here is an extensive network of both cross-country and downhill-specific trails to make your ride the type of adventure you are looking for.   There is also the Elevator Shaff's 22 percent grade which will truly challenge your will and skill.  These trails have been said to be some of the best in the nation.  With 36 miles of trail in a network of interconnecting trails you can be link them in countless ways to make a ride of any length and difficulty you want. You can even shuttle to the top if that's what you want to do.

The cross-country trails - East and West Legs, Lake View and Mother Trail, among others are stunning.  These are flowing single-track lines with technical spurs for riders who want to add serious challenges to their day.  Ride up to the DH start box used in Bootleg Canyon’s active race series for the best view of Boulder City, Lake Mead and even Vegas.

Location: In Boulder City, Nevada

Length: 36 miles (more if you tie more routes together)

Elevation: 3,600 ft.

Terrain: XC and DH specific loops, even a ski-area style terrain park near the base.

Season: September to June is the best, summer temperatures can exceed 110 degrees F., but the trails can also be ridden at night so you could ride in the summer…just take lots of water with you.