Cog Wild Bicycle Tours

Ready for the ultimate Oakridge + Umpqua Trail mountain bike adventure? The beauty of this tour is that we get to ride the popular Alpine Trail in Westfir and but also spend a day deeper in the backcountry, exploring the Middle Fork of the Willamette River, south of Oakridge.

This area is home to rugged singletrack with screamers such as Moon Point, the Middle Fork Trail, and the infamous Sawtooth struggle — a full day of mountain biking with the option of bagging two peaks along the way. These trails are loved by locals but aren’t as well known to the casual rider, giving you an opportunity to experience unique and little known Oregon mountain biking.

After two (or three! depending on how we feel) days of solid riding in the Oakridge area, we’ll drive over to the designated Wild and Scenic North Umpqua River to ride the best sections of the North Umpqua Trail — affectionately called the “NUT”. The NUT is a 79-mile long trail that has been designated as one of the International Mountain Bike Association’s (IMBA) “Epic Rides”. For good reason: it includes big climbs, long descents, technical roots, rocks, numerous stream crossings and miles of fun and challenging riding.

Oh did we mention the hanging gardens of ferns and moss, the migrating Chinook salmon, the waterfalls and hot springs? We’ll see all that too. Don’t miss out! Join us on this amazing tour today.

Cog Wild is excited to present Wild Wednesdays: full day guided adventures around Oakridge with lunch from Cedar Creek Cafe, Picky Bars on trail and Deschutes beer & Humm kombucha at the end of the tour.

Not for the faint of heart: be ready to suffer on long climbs and hike-a-bikes and get rad on extended downhills. You’ll get knackered for sure! These tours will run with a minimum of four people but we max out at 12 to keep the group moving right along.

This year we’re stepping it up with an exclusive experience package for the Bend Fat Tire Tour that includes shuttle and guide support on epic rides, lodging, catered meals, ample beer and a donation to Commute Options and the Oregon Timber Trail Alliance. Remember, this is a fundraiser; what better way to raise funds than to shred kick ass trails and live large for four days?

Imagine heading out on bucolic country roads, pedaling under the shade of towering ponderosas, past fragrant sagebrush, curling junipers and snow-capped peaks to arrive at an agricultural oasis for a farm-fresh lunch. Drink a glass of wine, tour the farm, and realize you have chosen the perfect day for this farm-to-table cycling tour.
 
Cog Wild marries our love of cycling with our passion for sustainability on this road cycling tour that follows the Sisters to Smith Rock scenic bikeway. We will start in historic Sisters, Oregon, to pedal along quiet country roads with mountain vistas and iconic ranch land to arrive at Rainshadow Organics farm for lunch.
 
They are a self-sufficient full-diet farm, with dozens of varieties of certified organic vegetables, herbs, berries, flowers, and grains. On their 80 acres, they also have pasture-raised, non-GMO fed pork, chicken, eggs, turkeys, and beef. Enjoy the scenery, relax with a cold local beer, and enjoy a nourishing meal and short tour of the grounds before we hit the road again.
 
The second half of our ride takes us further east alongside a fluffy alpaca farm, cool and clear watering holes, and a teeming wildlife sanctuary before arriving at the iconic Smith Rock. Admire the monolithic features as you pedal the last few miles into the park where we will have time to celebrate the end of the ride and to take in the geologic masterpiece that is Smith Rock.

The North Umpqua River Trail is a recreational paradise with opportunities for epic mountain biking, rafting, kayaking, fishing, and camping.

And it is the North Umpqua Trail (which we affectionately call NUT) that draws the avid rider. The NUT is a 79-mile long trail that has been designated as one of the International Mountain Bike Association’s “Epic Rides”. For good reason — it includes big climbs, long descents, technical roots and rocks, numerous stream crossings and miles of ultra-fun riding.

Oh, did we mention the hanging gardens of ferns and moss, the migrating Chinook salmon, the waterfalls, and hot springs? You’ll get all of this and more on our North Umpqua River Trail Adventure tour. Every day of this ride is a point-to-point ride, so you’ll see 100% new tread each day.
No sleeping on the ground for this tour either. We’ll stay at a local hotel, so you can enjoy a hot shower and soft pillow each night. Don’t worry, we’ll make sure you earn your after-ride beers and good nights sleep each day!

Do you dream about technical singletrack with sublime views overlooking a pristine river canyon? Our Umpqua River Trail Camping Tour is your ticket. The North Umpqua Trail, which we affectionately call the NUT, is a 79-mile long trail that has been designated as one of the International Mountain Bike Association’s (IMBA) “Epic Rides”. For good reason—it includes big climbs, long descents, technical roots and rocks, numerous stream crossings and miles of ultra-fun riding.

Oh, did we mention the hanging gardens of ferns and moss, the migrating Chinook salmon, the waterfalls and hot springs? You’ll get all of this and more on this tour. Every day of this tour is a point-to-point ride, so you see 100% new trail each day.

We’ll shuttle you back to our campsite every night for cold beer, hearty meals and campfire stories. The Umpqua River area is a recreational paradise, with opportunity for rafting, kayaking, fishing and hiking

Have you ridden Alpine, Dead Mountain, and Heckletooth, but are still begging for more? Or maybe you are discovering Oakridge for the first time and want to dive into uncharted territory? Go beyond the classics to less discovered trails with our new Oakridge Mountain Bike Camping Tour.

We will head to the hills for this tour to discover gorgeous Timpanogas and Indigo Lakes tucked into the outskirts of Oakridge. Look forward to some high alpine riding, big climbs, and heart wrenching views. The “Sawtooth Struggle” will test your climbing legs as you advance up the ridges of the Cascade Crest. Middle Fork trail’s scenery and an undulating trail will keep you pedaling for miles – as you take in what it means to be riding in some of the best mountain biking in the country. We will finish with a big Moon Point shuttle, to ride a trail that will take you through a variety of climate zones with ripping descents. We promise you won’t be able to wipe the smile off your face with this equally gorgeous and thrilling tour to our favorite obscure trails in Oakridge’s outer limits.

Bend Oregon mountain biking is some of the best in the nation. We have hundreds of miles of mountain bike trails we’d like to share with you, and this ride combines the best of what Central Oregon has to offer. From the world famous Phil’s Trail to lesser-known singletracks loved by locals—shhh, don’t tell—we will hand pick a sampling of trails based on your desires. Looking for a fast-flowing descent? We’ve got it. Want to improve your skills on technical rocky sections? We have that too. Searching for that perfect ride? Let us help.

These rides are custom designed as we put riders of similar skill levels together for a half day shred. This is a great ride for the solo rider, the mountain biking family, or for a group of buddies that regularly ride together. We’ll make sure your time with us is optimized for maximum fun and trail time!

If you’re keen to ride the trails and drink some delicious beer but don’t have an entire weekend to devote, this single day Bike and Brew Tour is your ticket. Now offering a fully customizable experience on Bend singletrack with a Deschutes Brewery tour to cool your jets after all is said and done. Fall in love with the Bend life!

Mt Bachelor to Bend is one of the most epic mountain bike rides our area has to offer. Imagine this: crisp mountain air mixed with warm sunshine beaming on you as your guide unloads your bikes at the base of Mt. Bachelor, at the crest of the Cascade Mountains. You grab your hydration pack, strap on your helmet, and prepare to spend the rest of the day on up to 35 miles of sweet singletrack bliss as you make your way back to Bend.

This is the most distinctive Central Oregon ride, but know that there are many options. However we get back to Bend, you will sure to experience miles of fast flowing sections, rocky or rooty sections (if desired), scenic alpine views, forest cruising and some of the most fun you can have in the area. As we descend in elevation, you’ll see the changing ecosystems as we go. Plus, we’ll eat a tasty lunch on the trail at one of our favorite viewpoints.

Can’t get enough of this ride? We highly recommend doing this tour more than once. We will give you a unique route each day with new trails and new scenery.