What's new this year

E-bike trail access is still settling

Where you can ride an electric-assist bike keeps changing — it depends on the class of e-bike and on the agency that runs the trail. Don't assume last year's answer still holds. Check the current rules and the land manager before you go.

E-bikes & the law →

Trails close and get muddy after rain

Singletrack takes time to dry out, and riding it wet leaves ruts that wreck the trail for everyone. If you're leaving tracks, turn around and come back another day. Check trail status before you load the bike.

Mountain biking →

Beach advisories change weekly

Water quality at a swim beach can flip from one week to the next, so a clean day last month tells you nothing about today. Check the posted status before you swim — and remember a clean-looking swimming hole is still untested natural water.

Beaches →

Seasons matter

Spring wildflowers and fall color are the best times to hike, summer is for beaches and rail-trails, and in fall the shared public lands fill up with hunters. When it's hunting season, wear blaze orange, make noise, and check the area before you head out.

Hunting hub →