Trails, Tips, and Local Favorites

Experience the thrill of mountain biking in Bend, Oregon, as I take you on a fun and scenic ride through some of the area’s best trails! Along the way, I share handy navigational tips, point out some of the local flora, and offer recommendations for where to camp and grab a great meal afterward.

Whether you’re a seasoned rider or planning your first adventure in Bend, this video is packed with helpful insights and outdoor inspiration.

Lupinus lepidus – dwarf lupine
Pinus contorta var. murrayana – Sierra lodgepole pine
Abies sp. – firs
Tsuga mertensiana – mountain hemlock
Pinus monticola – western white pine
Pinus lambertiana – sugar pine
Ceanothus velutinus – snowbrush ceanothus
Pterospora andromedea – woodland pinedrops

Mountain hemlock picture:
By Walter Siegmund (talk) – Own work, CC BY-SA 3.0,
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Exploring Phil’s Trailhead & Nature Highlights

Join me for a fun day of mountain biking at the iconic Phil’s Trailhead in Bend, Oregon! I’ll take you along the trails, sharing my first impressions of this incredible riding spot and details about the route I tackled.

Along the way, I stop to highlight a few of the unique trees and plants that make this area special. Whether you’re a seasoned rider or just curious about what these trails have to offer, this video is packed with fun, nature, and helpful insights!

Arctostaphylos sp. – bearberries and manzanitas
Pinus ponderosa – Ponderosa pine
Achillea millefolium – common yarrow
Abies sp. – firs

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