California Mountain Biking Opportunities: Paradise Royale & Pacific Rim

Contact the King Range Project Office for updated trail conditions (707) 986-5400. Stop by the Visitor Center on your way to the trailhead at 768 Shelter Cove, Road Whitethorn, CA 95589 to grab a map and chat with King Range staff. These trails are multi-use and open to bikers, hikers and equestrian use. Class 1 e-bikes are allowed on this trail system but remember to practice good trail etiquette and yield to the appropriate traffic. Class 1 e-bikes are equipped with a motor that provides assistance only when the rider is pedaling, and that ceases to provide assistance when the bicycle reaches the speed of 20 mph. See more information here E-bikes FAQ | Bureau of Land Management

The system currently includes approximately 25 miles of trails with varying levels of difficulty. Highlights include diverse scenic vistas, backcountry settings, and developed bike park features. Paradise Royale Loop is approximately 13 miles long with the option to connect to the Pacific Rim Trail which includes another 9 miles of trail with lush forest and ocean views. Stay at Tolkan Campground and enjoy the Tolkan Terrain Park which offers three quarter mile route options with variety of jumps and installations ranging from beginner to black diamond. The trails have been designed and built for a mountain bike optimized experience.

The Bureau of Land Management has been partnering with mountain biking advocates to maintain an environmentally sustainable, challenging mountain bike trail system in the Paradise Ridge area of the King Range National Conservation Area. The King Range NCA's Douglas fir-covered peaks also attracts hikers, hunters, and campers, while the coast beckons to surfers, anglers, beachcombers, and many others.

Visitors will marvel at the backcountry riding experiences that have been skillfully melded with modernized trail construction techniques, resulting in a truly unique ride experience. Overnight visitors have the option to camp overnight at the Tolkan Campground available on a first-come, first-serve basis for $15.00 per night. There is no day use fee required. 

One of the Bureau of Land Management's "Backyard to Backcountry" treasures, information on the Paradise Royale Loop was developed between IMBA and the BLM King Range National Conservation Area to provide world-class riding experiences. IMBA's data on the trail includes elevations, ratings, current conditions, photos, and comments.