Mountain biking is a fun and thrilling sport for those you love physical activity, beautiful scenery, and adventure. MTB trails can vary from pleasant rides to challenging technical single-track. Here are the top 5 MTB destinations in the world:
Mustang, Nepal
Surrounded by some of the most breathtaking mountainous scenery, Mustang is definitely one of the top MTB destinations in the world. Mustang is a ‘must do’ for those who want to experience Himalayan riding. Most MTB riders start their journey near Annapurna or at the nearby airports in Jomsom or Kathmandu. Mountain Biking in the Mustang region of Nepal is an exceptional adventure because it has a history dating back centuries, with a wealth of cultural heritage strongly anchored in Buddhism. This MTB destination is perfect for experienced mountain bikers who love the gorgeous scenery and local culture. Lo Manthang is considered one of the best trails in Mustang.
Alps, France
The Alps is not only the most common destination for British mountain bikers, it is also among the top MTB destinations in the world. The alpine sceneries are breathtaking, typical old wooden mountain chalets, lush green and flower covered pastures, snow-covered peaks, glaciers cascading from mountain tops, and cows with their jingling bells. This MTB destination is for hardcore mountain bikers because of its thrilling downhills and natural single tracks. Whatever your discipline is, Enduro, All Mountain, XC or downhill, you will surely have a good ride in the Alps.
Rotorua New Zealand
New Zealand’s Rotorua has been described by many as one of the best places to ride your mountain bike. This MTB destination is a great place for mountain biking throughout the year. It is also an affordable destination for bikers traveling on a budget. Rotorua is famous for the Whakarewarewa Forest with a diverse and unique network of over 100km MTB trails. These trails in lush surroundings make Rotorua a must-ride destination. It has XC trails and downhill courses for intermediate and expert mountain bike enthusiasts. In fact, Rotorua claims the title of the “best trails in the world”. Moreover, this MTB destination also has some thermal hot springs nearby to soak those sore muscles after your ride.
Park City, Utah
Park City not only offers the spectacular scenery but also some of the top MTB destinations in the world. It is located on the western side of the Rocky Mountains. The natural terrain in Park City has created some exciting and interesting trails for adventurous mountain bikers. There are over 400 miles of a large network of trails in Park City. It sits at 2,100m and the trails go a further couple of thousand meters higher. Bikers should be accustomed to high altitude before attempting a serious bike trip in Park City. If you like well-marked trails and technical singletrack, Park city is the best place for you. But be warned, It has a mild weather and no bodies of water in sight.
Whistler, British Columbia, Canada
Whistler is located along the stunning west coast of British Columbia and offers over 120 miles of trails for bikers to explore. It turns out that Whistler, British Columbia is not only a prime skiing and snowboarding destination, but is also one of the top MTB destinations in the world. The trails cater for beginners through to experts and are accessible by the chairlifts used during the ski season. Whistler is considered a challenge due to its length and the technical aspects that bikers will encounter. Mountain bikers should prepare to sweat and work hard to complete the expert trails because they are not for mountain bikers looking for a quick and easy ride.
