Oil Your Chain and Prepare to Pedal Through These Peaks

Ask anyone who takes their bike to the trails why they do so, and you’ll likely get a lot of different answers. But every mountain biking enthusiast’s answers will have a few things in common: the rush of adrenaline, the needed endurance, and the raw beauty of nature. It’s about tracing earth’s contours at what feels like Mach speed, feeling the rush of the wind on your face as you descend rugged trails, and conquering the ascent with each push of the bike pedal. Oil your chain and prepare to pedal through these peaks.

For some of the world’s most exhilarating mountain biking, where the trails promise adventure and the scenery steals your breath away, prep your wheels for the season’s ride at these incredible mountain biking destinations.

Moab, Utah

Moab is a mountain biking mecca, offering riders a red-rock playground of trails. The famous Slickrock Trail with its petrified sand dunes and the Porcupine Rim Trail’s thrilling descents provide a diverse terrain for both seasoned riders and daredevil beginners.

After a long day of pedaling on the trails, the Sorrel River Ranch Resort and Spa provides a luxurious retreat amid Moab’s rugged beauty. With its cozy riverside suites and a host of relaxing spa treatments, it’s a haven of comfort in the wilds of Utah.

Verbier, Switzerland

Verbier is perhaps most well-known for its incredible skiing. But this Swiss city isn’t just a winter sports paradise—it’s also a coveted destination for mountain biking during the warmer months. With nearly 500 miles of marked trails, the region offers multiple routes through the Swiss Alps, all varying in difficulty.

The Alps make for a strenuous ride, but at the Rosalp Residences, located in the heart of Verbier, the luxurious apartments and modern amenities let you catch your breath and rest your weary bones. The proximity to the trails and the comforting ambiance make it a perfect base for your mountain biking adventure.

Rotorua, New Zealand

Rotorua is famed for its Whakarewarewa Forest, which is home to a network of trails through lush landscapes. The trails cater to all levels of biking experience, offering a mix of technical routes and flowing descents within an ancient fern-clad forest.

When you’ve had your fill of the trails, the Regent of Rotorua Boutique Hotel, with its stylish interiors and soothing mineral pool, is a delightful place to stay—and you can get your fill of local cuisine at the hotel’s onsite restaurant, The Regent Room. The hotel’s central location allows easy access to the forest trails, ensuring a day adventuring on the paths is followed by an evening of comfort.

Oil your chain and prepare to pedal through these peaks. If the promise of untouched nature and exhilarating rides beckons the adrenaline-seeker in you and comfortable accommodations add just the right touch of luxury, these trails await the treads of your tires.