Seattle Mountain Bike Tour: Duthie Hill & PNW Trails

Eight hours of Pacific Northwest singletrack, from beginner-friendly flow to technical rooty terrain

A full-day mountain bike tour from Seattle with a certified guide and small group (4:1 ratio) that starts at Duthie Hill MTB Park to assess your riding level, then moves to either Raging River or Tiger Mountain trails depending on your skills. You ride lush, loamy Pacific Northwest terrain, break for a catered picnic lunch, and return with all protective gear, bikes and snacks included.

Step-by-step itinerary

Full day mountain bike tour

• Ride at Duthie Hill MTB Park
• Enjoy picnic style lunch
• Ride at Raging River trails
• Or ride at Tiger Mountain trails

The experience

Eight hours on the bike means you start early and spend most of the day in the saddle. The tour begins at Duthie Hill MTB Park, where your guide watches how you handle the bike on its variety of trails (everything from smooth flow to more technical sections) to figure out which afternoon trail system suits your ability. Duthie Hill itself has enough terrain to keep you riding for a while before lunch, so you're not just warming up. You're actually riding.

After Duthie Hill, your guide takes you to a scenic spot for a picnic-style lunch from a local caterer. The operator can handle dietary restrictions if you give 48 hours' notice. Then you head to one of two trail areas: Raging River, which has the iconic Pacific Northwest look (lush greenery, tall trees, loamy soil, and smoother flow trails), or Tiger Mountain, which is world-renowned in the mountain bike world for its chunky, rooty, technical terrain. Your guide makes the call based on what they saw at Duthie Hill and what you're comfortable with.

You get a full suspension mountain bike, helmet, elbow pads, knee pads and gloves. The operator includes bottled water, snacks and an air-conditioned vehicle for travel between spots. A certified, English-speaking guide stays with your group of no more than four riders, so you're not lost in a crowd and the pacing stays matched to your level. Hotel pickup is included.

What’s included

• Full suspension mountain bike.
• protective equipment (helmet, elbow pads, knee pads, gloves).
• bottled water and snacks throughout the day.
• catered picnic lunch.
• air-conditioned vehicle between trail areas.
• certified guide in English.
• hotel pickup.

Information

Lasts 8h, from US$ 347 per person, with a live guide in English, in groups of up to 9 and with free cancellation up to 24 h before.

Days and timesNext departure: 2 Jan 20274 departing soon ›

GroupUp to 9 · max 8 per booking

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

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AgesAdult (18 and older) · Youth (13 to 17 years) · Under 13: can't be booked

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 5 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical effortPublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Seattle Mountain Bike Tours

Is this one for you?The eight-hour commitment means an early start and a full day of riding, so choose this tour if you have the time and the fitness to spend most of the day on the bike. Your guide stays with a group of four, which keeps the pace matched to your level rather than racing ahead or waiting around.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (13 to 17 years). Children under 13 can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What's the difference between Raging River and Tiger Mountain trails?

Raging River offers smooth flow trails with the classic Pacific Northwest look of tall trees and loamy soil, while Tiger Mountain has more technical, rooty, chunky terrain. Your guide chooses which one based on your riding ability and what they observe at Duthie Hill in the morning.

Do I need to be an expert mountain biker to book this tour?

No. The tour is designed for riders with at least moderate fitness, and your guide assesses your level at Duthie Hill to pick the right afternoon trails for you. The variety of terrain at Duthie Hill means there's something for different skill levels.

What happens if I have dietary restrictions?

The catered lunch can accommodate a wide range of dietary needs as long as you notify the operator at least 48 hours before the tour.

Is hotel pickup included, or do I need to meet somewhere?

Hotel pickup is included in the tour price. The operator will arrange pickup from your Seattle-area accommodation.

What protective gear do I get?

Helmet, elbow pads, knee pads and gloves are all provided. You bring your own riding clothes and shoes with good grip.