Sierra Nevada Trails and Biking
Trails and biking are two different trip plans. SierraStop keeps them separated so walkers, hikers, cyclists, mountain bikers, and road riders can find the right kind of route without digging through the wrong information.
Start Here: Pick The Right Trail Type
This page is the main trail hub. Walking and hiking live on one side. Biking and cycling live on a separate side. Use the links below to jump into the right section without mixing hiking-only trails with bike routes.
1. Walking And Hiking Trails
Use this side for scenic walks, lake loops, waterfall trails, national park trails, family nature paths, trailheads, overlooks, and hiking routes. These are for people traveling on foot.
2. Biking And Cycling Routes
Use this side for paved bike paths, road rides, gravel routes, mountain bike trails, lift-served bike parks, downhill routes, and bike shop planning. These are for riders, not hiking-only trail planning.
Walking And Hiking Trail Listings
Start here if you are looking for foot-travel routes instead of bike routes. These SierraStop listings open as GeoDirectory Place pages with map details where available.
Northern Sierra Walks And Hikes
Central Sierra Walks And Hikes
Southern Sierra Walks And Hikes
Open the full Sierra Nevada hiking and walking hub
Biking And Cycling Pages
Northern Sierra Biking
Lake Tahoe, Truckee, Downieville, Nevada City, Reno-Tahoe, Mount Shasta, Shasta Lake, and northern gateway rides.
Central Sierra Biking
Yosemite, Mammoth Lakes, June Lake, Bishop, Millerton Lake, Shaver Lake, Huntington Lake, China Peak, and Highway 395.
Southern Sierra Biking
Kernville, Kern River, Lake Isabella, Three Rivers, Sequoia gateway towns, Lone Pine, Alabama Hills, and the Kern Plateau.
Walking And Hiking Region Pages
Northern Sierra Trails
Tahoe overlooks, Truckee nature paths, Donner Summit hikes, waterfalls, lake walks, volcanic parks, and Gold Country trailheads.
Central Sierra Trails
Yosemite trails, Mammoth Lakes paths, June Lake hikes, Bishop trailheads, Mono County routes, Shaver Lake, Huntington Lake, and Sierra foothill trails.
Southern Sierra Trails
Sequoia and Kings Canyon trails, Kern River walks, Three Rivers access, Giant Sequoia National Monument routes, Lone Pine, and Mount Whitney gateway hikes.
Before You Go
Sierra conditions change fast for both hikers and riders. Snow, heat, smoke, downed trees, road closures, resort operating dates, fire recovery work, and seasonal access can all affect a route. Before heading out, check the land manager, local trail organization, resort, or visitor center for current conditions.
- Check whether the route is for walking, hiking, bikes, e-bikes, horses, or mixed use.
- Respect wilderness, national park, state park, and forest rules.
- Yield to hikers, horses, and uphill riders where routes are shared.
- Avoid muddy trails after rain or snowmelt.
- Bring water, layers, maps, repair tools, and a realistic plan.
- For remote rides, tell someone where you are going.
Bike Rentals, Shops, And Outfitters
Need a rental, tune-up, shuttle, helmet, repair kit, or local advice before riding? Start with the SierraStop rentals section and local business listings.
- Bike Rentals and Bike Shops
- Sierra Nevada Rentals and Gear
- Get Listed on Sierra Stop
- Advertise with Sierra Stop
Trails And Biking FAQ
Why are hiking and biking separated?
They are different experiences with different rules, gear, safety needs, and search intent. A family looking for a waterfall walk should not have to sort through downhill mountain bike routes, and a cyclist looking for singletrack should not have to dig through hiking-only trail pages.
Can you mountain bike inside Yosemite, Sequoia, or Kings Canyon?
Inside national parks, biking rules are more limited. Yosemite has paved bike paths in Yosemite Valley, but mountain biking and off-trail riding are not permitted. Sequoia and Kings Canyon generally allow bicycles where vehicles are allowed, not on hiking trails. Always check current National Park Service rules before riding.
Are e-bikes allowed?
It depends on the land manager and the specific trail. Some paved paths and certain bike parks allow e-bikes. Many dirt trails, national park trails, and non-motorized trail systems restrict them. Check the official source before riding.