Tusa Mountain Day Ride

This full day mountain biking adventure explores the remote and beautiful Tusa Mountains, a vast area of high country known for open meadows, forested ridgelines, and sweeping New Mexico views. Located about an hour from Taos, this ride takes you far from busy trails into a landscape rarely visited by visitors or locals. Riders travel mainly on forest service roads, with the option to add sections of single track along parts of the Continental Divide Trail for those seeking extra challenge and variety.

The route is flexible and adjusted to match group ability and interests, typically covering an average of 15 miles, with possible distances ranging from 10 to 30 miles. Expect a mix of easy to moderate riding at higher elevations, making this trip ideal for riders who enjoy steady pedaling, big scenery, and a true sense of wilderness. This experience offers a rewarding balance of physical activity, exploration, and time immersed in quiet mountain terrain.