United States
Looking for the best cycling in United States? We've got you covered with the top trails, trips, hiking, backpacking, camping and more around United States. The detailed guides, photos, and reviews are all submitted by the Outbound community.
Top Cycling Spots in and near United States
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Dell Rapids, South Dakota
Walk the Sioux River Red Rock Trail
2.6 mi / 49 ft gainThe Sioux River Red Rock Trail is located in Dell Rapids, South Dakota. It is a 2.6 mile paved out and back trail that runs along the Sioux River. This trail offers great views of the river, red rock formations, and even a waterfall. It is great for all skill levels, and dogs are allowed on leash...Read more -
San Antonio, Texas
Hike Restoration Way Trail Loop
5.1 mi / 511 ft gainThe Restoration Way Trail Loop is a 5.1 mile loop hike located in Northwest San Antonio within Friedrich Park. The trail is definitely one of the more challenging trails in the park. Portions of the trail are paved, however this particular loop is not recommended for those that have mobility l...Read more -
Siren, Wisconsin
Hike the Gandy Dancer Trail
5.0While visiting the charming Northwoods town of Siren, I detoured for a hike on the Gandy Dancer Trail segment. This trail was constructed to connect townships using old railroad beds. Even the name honors the rhythmic, synchronized efforts of the workers in their rail nailing dance. In tota...Read more -
Greenville, North Carolina
South Tar River Greenway
7.59 mi / 125 ft gainRoughly an hour east of Raleigh, N.C., sits the college town of Greenville. Downtown Greenville is on the Tar River, which flows into the Pamlico Sound. To my knowledge, one of the oldest European records of the Pamlico Sound was in 1524, when Italian Explorer Giovanni de Verrazzano mistook the s...Read more -
Highwood, Montana
Ride Your Bike Near the Highwood Mountains
40 mi / 3000 ft gainRide across high plains, over rolling hills, or even through mountain passes, all depending on how long you want to ride for. A popular day ride goes from Highwood, MT to Belt, MT and back. This 40-50 mile ride, whether you chose to make it a loop by riding back on a main road, or make it an out...Read more -
San Antonio, Texas
Yucca And Hillview Nature Trail Loop North
2.44 mi / 223 ft gainThe Yucca and Hillview Nature Trail Loop North is a 2.4 mile loop hike located in Northwest San Antonio within Eisenhower Park. This is a very family friendly park. There is a playground at the entrance of the trail and an educational area. The park is known for its attraction of wildlife and n...Read more -
Cypress, Illinois
Hike the Egret Slough Trail
0.5 mi / 12 ft gainFor a great introduction to the Cache River Basin of Southern Illinois make your way to the Barkhausen Cache River Wetlands Center. Here you will find a spur trail to the Tunnel Hill Bicycle Trail, information and exhibits, and ranger information about area trails and paddle put in's. Just outsid...Read more -
Stevens Point, Wisconsin
Bike the Green Circle
27 miThe Green Circle was established over thirty years ago, providing urban community members a trail system that encircles the entire Stevens Point area. The 27 mile loop is comprised of 12 unique sections and is accessible at numerous locations. The official trail head is located at the Schmeekle ...Read more -
San Antonio, Texas
Hike the Main Loop to Vista Loop to Fern Del Trail
2.6 mi / 308 ft gainThe Main Loop to Vista Loop to Fern Del Trail is a 2.4 mile loop trail located in Northwest San Antonio within Friedrich Park. Portions of the trail are paved, however this particular loop is not recommended for those that have mobility limitations because of the more strenuous inclines. This tr...Read more -
San Antonio, Texas
Hike Main Loop And Juniper Trail
4.02.7 mi / 308 ft gainMain Loop and Juniper Trail is a 2.7 mile loop hike located in Northwest San Antonio within Friedrich Park. This park and trail are both highly trafficked and popular for hiking. Portions of the trail are paved, however there are parts that are not and have a dirt/natural path. This trail is pri...Read more -
Nashville, Indiana
Climb Lilly Lookout at Brown County State Park
/ 75 ft gainOriginally used as a wildfire outpost, Lilly Lookout was donated in 1942 and moved to the State Park to serve as a radio communications tower. It also serves as a public observation tower where visitors can climb most of the way up, though the booth at the top is usually locked. The tower is loc...Read more -
Knoxville, Tennessee
Strechi Hills Greenway
4.2 mi / 0 ft gainThis greeway is located in north Knoxville near the Sterchi Hills neighborhood. The greenway is 2.1 miles one way so it can make for a good run through the woods. All of the greenway is paved and most of it is under tree cover so it is shaded most of the time. This is a great trail to see birds a...Read more -
San Marcos, Texas
Hike Limbo Loop
1 mi / 55 ft gainThe Limbo Loop is a 1-mile loop hike in San Marcos, Texas found within the Purgatory Creek Green space. The trail is a filled with nature and wildlife. The trail is beautiful during the spring, with an abundance of wildflowers. It is mostly shaded, with few inclines. The trail is family and dog-...Read more -
Santa Maria, California
Cycle the Palmer and Cat Canyon Roads in Santa Maria Valley
30 miYou can't go wrong with cycling around the Santa Maria Valley area. There is an abundance of interesting roads to ride along with scenic hills meandering through wineries. I started my ride at the Los Flores Ranch Park parking lot and headed east along Dominion. Take a right on Palmer and follow...Read more -
Nashville, Indiana
Mountain Bike at Brown County State Park
Brown County State Park is made for mountain biking. There are literally more mountain biking designated trails than there are hiking trails, though you can hike on the mountain biking trails if you're aware of your surroundings and willing to jump out of the way for bikers. At the time of publ...Read more -
East Holman, Iowa
Ed Winkel Memorial Trail
8.4 mi / 154 ft gainThe Ed Winkel Memorial Trail is located in Sibley, Iowa. It spans over 8 miles and includes a paved section that covers the first mile. Along the trail, you'll pass a golf course, cornfields, prairies, and many wildflowers. Dogs are allowed as long as they are leashed. This trail is great for hik...Read more