A lakeside picnic spot at Mojave Narrows Regional Park in Victorville

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Biking and mountain biking near Victorville

Trails and recreation areas near Victorville open to biking and mountain biking.

17places to ride
13 mito the closest
12within 30 miles
October–Maybest months

Good to know: Wilderness areas are closed to bikes; check each area’s trail rules and yield to hikers and horses.

Closest picks

1

Juniper Flats

13 mi southeast · Bureau of Land Management

Juniper Flats covers 101,272 acres of mixed public and private lands. Located between the Mojave Desert and the forests of the San Bernardino Mountains, Juniper Flats hosts a unique mixture of plants from both environments.

2

El Mirage OHV Area

15 mi northwest · Bureau of Land Management

Remember your OUTDOOR ETHICS when enjoying your public lands. Please RECREATE RESPONSIBLY.

3

Big Pine Equestrian Group Campground

22 mi southeast · USDA Forest Service

Big Pine Equestrian Group Campground is a beautiful place to take the horses on a camping outing.

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13 mi southeast · Bureau of Land Management

Juniper Flats

Juniper Flats covers 101,272 acres of mixed public and private lands. Located between the Mojave Desert and the forests of the San Bernardino Mountains, Juniper Flats hosts a unique mixture of plants from both environments.

  • Biking
  • Camping
  • Hiking
  • Horseback riding
  • Hunting
  • Nature education
  • Off-highway vehicles
  • Photography

15 mi northwest · Bureau of Land Management

El Mirage OHV Area

Remember your OUTDOOR ETHICS when enjoying your public lands. Please RECREATE RESPONSIBLY.

  • Biking
  • Camping
  • Hiking
  • Off-highway vehicles

22 mi southeast · USDA Forest Service · Campground

Big Pine Equestrian Group Campground

Big Pine Equestrian Group Campground is a beautiful place to take the horses on a camping outing.

  • Biking
  • Boating
  • Camping
  • Fishing
  • Hiking

22 mi southeast · USDA Forest Service · Campground

Crab Flats

Crab Flats Campground is an off-roaders paradise, with plenty of off-road vehicle trails nearby for both beginner and experienced riders.

  • Biking
  • Boating
  • Camping
  • Fishing
  • Hiking
  • Swimming
  • Wildlife viewing
  • Winter sports

22 mi southeast · USDA Forest Service · Campground

Tent Peg Group

Tent Peg Group Campground offers a semi-primitive location for an extended family or large group outing. The area provides easy access to many off-road vehicle trails.

  • Biking
  • Boating
  • Camping
  • Fishing
  • Hiking
  • Swimming
  • Wildlife viewing
  • Winter sports

23 mi southeast · USDA Forest Service · Campground

Ironwood Group Camp

Ironwood Group Campground offers a secluded place for an extended family or large group getaway in the mountains of Southern California.

  • Biking
  • Boating
  • Camping
  • Fishing
  • Hiking

25 mi southeast · USDA Forest Service · Campground

Hanna Flat

Hanna Flat Campground is a family-friendly facility nestled in the pine-covered mountains of Southern California. It offers access to a variety of outdoor recreational opportunities and a beautiful location to enjoy nature.

  • Biking
  • Boating
  • Camping
  • Fire Lookouts/Cabins Overnight
  • Fishing
  • Hiking
  • Swimming

25 mi southwest · USDA Forest Service · Campground

Table Mountain (Angeles)

Table Mountain, just a short journey northwest of the Los Angeles metro area, provides a beautiful escape from urban life. Campers will find hiking, mountain biking, birding and countless other recreation opportunities.

  • Biking
  • Camping
  • Hiking
  • Mountain Biking
  • Scenic Drive
  • Wildlife viewing

26 mi southwest · USDA Forest Service · Campground

Appletree Campground

Nestled in a scenic canyon just off the Big Pines Highway, Apple Tree provides a scenic and relaxing destination for camping, hiking, picnicking and wildlife viewing.

  • Biking
  • Camping
  • Hiking
  • Mountain Biking

26 mi east · Bureau of Land Management

Barstow

The Ord Mountain Route Network is south of Barstow and links the Stoddard Valley and Johnson Valley Off-Highway Vehicle Areas, also known as Open Areas. Travel within the network is limited to posted open routes.

  • Biking
  • Camping
  • Hiking
  • Horseback riding
  • Hunting
  • Nature education
  • Photography
  • Wildlife viewing

26 mi southeast · USDA Forest Service · Campground

Grays Peak Group Camp

Grays Peak Group Campground is conveniently located for campers to enjoy all that the Big Bear Lake area has to offer. Many trailheads are nearby, leading visitors through the scenic forest that surrounds the campground.

  • Biking
  • Boating
  • Camping
  • Fire Lookouts/Cabins Overnight
  • Fishing
  • Hiking
  • Ranger programs

26 mi southwest · USDA Forest Service · Campground

Peavine Campground

Just northwest of the Los Angeles metro area, Peavine provides a scenic and relaxing destination for camping, hiking, picnicking and wildlife viewing.

  • Biking
  • Camping
  • Hiking
  • Mountain Biking

30 to 75 miles (5)

31 mi east · Bureau of Land Management

Johnson Valley OHV Area

Click here for the latest information concerning upcoming military training and closures of the Shared Use Area. Overview Johnson Valley is a varied landscape for the off-highway vehicle driver.

  • Biking
  • Camping
  • Hiking
  • Horseback riding
  • Hunting
  • Photography
  • Recreational Vehicles
  • Wildlife viewing

31 mi south · USDA Forest Service

San Bernardino National Forest

  • Biking
  • Camping
  • Climbing
  • Fishing
  • Hiking
  • Horse Camping
  • Horseback riding
  • Hunting

50 mi southwest · USDA Forest Service

Angeles National Forest

  • Biking
  • Camping
  • Fire Lookouts/Cabins Overnight
  • Hiking
  • Horse Camping
  • Horseback riding
  • Off-highway vehicles
  • Picnicking

56 mi southwest · US Army Corps of Engineers

Whittier Narrows Dam

This project is managed by Los Angeles County Parks and the City of Pico Rivera. Whittier Narrows has no permanent pool.

  • Biking
  • Boating
  • Horseback riding
  • Picnicking
  • Water sports
  • Wildlife viewing

57 mi southwest · US Army Corps of Engineers

Brea Dam

The recreation facilities at this project are managed by the City of Fullerton (CA) Community Services. Golf and tennis are main attractions at this project, located among the picturesque rolling hills in the City of Fullerton.

  • Biking
  • Hiking
  • Horseback riding
  • Hotel/Lodge/Resort Privately Owned
  • Picnicking

Distances are straight-line miles from downtown Victorville. Listings come from Recreation.gov’s federal recreation database; check each official page for hours, fees, fire restrictions and closures before you go.

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Questions

Where is the closest place for biking near Victorville?

Juniper Flats (Bureau of Land Management), about 13 miles southeast of Victorville as the crow flies. Next are El Mirage OHV Area (15 mi) and Big Pine Equestrian Group Campground (22 mi).

When is the best time for biking near Victorville?

Based on Victorville’s average highs, October–May. Conditions at higher elevations can be much cooler.

Who manages these places?

Federal agencies including USDA Forest Service, Bureau of Land Management, US Army Corps of Engineers. Each listing links to its official page for hours, fees, closures and current conditions.

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