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Mountain Lion / Golden Gate State Park Mountain Biking Trail

The Mountain Lion Trail is a great way to see the beauty of Golden Gate State Park. There are some steep climbs and stream crossings in this loop trail. A number of other biking routes in the park are also accessible.


 The Basics

Location: In Golden Gate State Park
Technical Difficulty: Intermediate
Aerobic Difficulty: Difficult
Length: 7 mile loop
Elevation: 1,720 feet
Time to Allow: 1 to 2 hours
Season: Spring to Fall


 Directions to Trailhead

From Golden, take Golden Gate Canyon Road west 12 miles to the Visitors Center. Follow Ralston Creek Road for just under 1.75 miles to the Bridge Creek parking area.




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