A Guide to Mountain Biking Near Pacific City, Oregon

Pacific City has always been known for its beaches, sea stacks, and dory fishing. Lately, it's earning a new reputation too: one of the most exciting emerging mountain bike destinations on the Oregon Coast.

Tucked into the forested ridgeline between Cape Kiwanda and Cape Lookout, a growing network of single-track is turning this stretch of coastline into a real riding destination, and it's still early enough to enjoy before the crowds catch on.

THE BUZZARD BUTTE TRAIL NETWORK

At the center of it all is the Buzzard Butte Trail Network, a purpose-built system carved into the hills just inland from the beach. This isn't a repurposed hiking trail, it's real single-track, with flowing terrain for riders building their skills and faster, more technical descents for those chasing something rowdier.

What makes it special is the setting. Expect towering Sitka spruce, moss-draped hemlock, and on the right stretches, sweeping views out toward the Pacific and the sea stacks below.

RIDE YEAR-ROUND

‍Coastal weather means rain for a good chunk of the year, and trails can get soft when saturated. Always check current trail conditions before heading out, and skip trails that are excessively muddy. Summer and early fall tend to bring the driest, most consistently rideable conditions, but a crisp shoulder-season day has its own kind of magic.

MORE TRAILS ARE ON THE WAY‍

Local trail-building crew Tor Tam MTB is leading an ambitious expansion of the network, with plans for significantly more mileage and terrain in the years ahead. You can follow their trail-building plans to see what's opening next.

STAY BIKE-READY AT TWO CAPES LOOKOUT

After a day on the trails, Two Capes Lookout puts you right in the heart of the action, close to both the Buzzard Butte trailheads and the beaches of Pacific City. The property offers bike-friendly amenities including cleaning stations, a repair stand with tools, and a bike pump, so you can spend less time on logistics and more time riding.

Book your stay at Two Capes Lookout and make Buzzard Butte your next mountain biking getaway.