Fort Ord National Monument

Monterey, CA

Rating: aMTB1 - No Support Needed

Staging

I have now ridden here twice, but only during Sea Otter and while camping at Laguna Seca Raceway. Both my routes start and end from there. I am not sure where to stage from otherwise, but TrailForks offers a couple parking suggestions. Also, not sure if there are facilities or not at those spots. Beware that there is a gate, which I’m told is only open during the event. If it is closed, it will be an issue for these routes. Be sure to consult POI’s.

Description

From my experience, this is an adaptive rider’s Wonderland! I have not had one issue, nor needed any help whatsoever here. If you are alone, there are endless fire roads and it’s beautiful, especially in the Spring with the rolling green hills. Every trail I have ridden here is aMTB1 and I assume most of the trails are the same.

I have ridden two routes. Both are below with individual trails descriptions.

Trails

Fire Roads (aMTB1) - This area is mostly fire roads and all seem to be adaptive friendly. If accessing from Sea Otter, there is a gate that is sometimes closed. Consult TrailForks POIs.

Trail 43 (aMTB1) - More DH if ridden east to west.

Trail 44 (aMTB1) - Meant as a climb trail to access 43 and others. Some fun berms at the end right before reaching Three Sisters Road.

Trail 47 (aMTB1) - There actually is some off-camber and exposure on this one. I decided to go aMTB1 with it though because I believe most adaptive riders will be fine. If you struggle with off-camber, maybe skip this one if you are solo or bring a support rider.

Trail 49 (aMTB1) - This trail is normally ridden uphill. The overgrowth makes it look narrow, but the impact is plenty wide.

Trail 50 (aMTB1) - Part of the Sea Otter Enduro course. Super fun DH. Watch out for uphill XC traffic.

Trail 82 (aMTB1) - Also part of the Sea Otter Enduro course and fun DH. Pedal section in the beginning and then it drops down. Slightly tight after it cuts back across the hill, but most adaptive riders should be absolutely fine. Be ready for a long fire road climb back out.