California Assembly Bill 2494 (Rogers) is a landmark piece of legislation currently making its way through the state legislature. It’s a bill we think the entire cycling and trails community should know about. The bill redefines how California manages its State Demonstration Forests by moving away from outdated mandates focused solely on maximum sustained logging yields. It replaces them with […]
The recent reduction of the Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monuments in Utah represent a concerning shift in federal public lands policy. These National Monument rollbacks are paving the way for broad industrial development, which raises valid concerns for the future of our own protected California landscapes – specifically in places like the San Gabriel Mountains, Berryessa Snow Mountain, […]
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM), U.S. Departments of the Interior (DOI), and Agriculture (USDA) are seeking public input by August 3, 2026 to help implement the Biking on Long-Distance Trails (BOLT) Act by identifying: Before submitting a nomination, please review the eligibility criteria carefully to ensure your trail qualifies. At a minimum, nominated trails must: There is a user […]
In the news…USFS Reorganization, National Monument Roll Backs, Roadless Rule & Travel Managment Updates, Funding for Deferred Maintenance, and Changes to Federal Grant Making Rules As we move through the mid-year mark, the California trail community is navigating significant federal policy shifts, particularly regarding the U.S. Forest Service. Current developments include: have left the future of land management in a […]
Action Alert: Submit Your Comments on the Draft California Wildfire and Landscape Resilience Action Plan by August 7 Wildfires profoundly shape our communities, our natural landscapes, and the trail networks we love to ride. Protecting these spaces requires a proactive strategy. It also demands the voice of the outdoor recreation community. We must ensure agencies prioritize trail access and maintenance. […]
The landscape of cycling is evolving rapidly. With technological innovation comes the necessity for clear, functional boundaries. The California Mountain Biking Coalition (CAMTB) alongside Calbike, People For Bikes, and the California Outdoor Recreation Partnership (CORP), has officially positioned itself in support of Senate Bill 1167 (Blakespear). This legislation addresses a critical, growing threat to non-motorized access to public lands: the […]
For cyclists, inventoried roadless areas (IRAs) are the crown jewels of our public lands. They offer a unique “wilderness-like” experience without the restrictions on bicycles found in designated Wilderness areas. This means we can access some of the most remote and scenic singletrack trails out there. In California, these areas cover about 4.4 million acres across 21 national forests, including the Angeles, Tahoe, and […]
Despite boasting a staggering $87.9 billion outdoor recreation economy—the largest of any state in the US—California currently ranks near the bottom when it comes to equitable outdoor access. Join the California Mountain Biking Coalition (CAMTB) in supporting the Outdoor Access and Recreation Economy (OARE) Act to change the landscape of California’s outdoors. The Outdoor Access Gap in California While our […]
This just in…our 2026 Legislative Agenda is live! It’s time now to advocate for cycling, trails, and our public lands. Building a world-class trail network takes more than shovels and dirt—it also takes a seat at the table where the policies and regulations are made. Every year, thousands of new bills are proposed in Sacramento and Washington, D.C. Some of […]
Tell the California Natural Resource Agency what your trails and public lands need. California’s statewide trails network is at a turning point. Whether you’re a cyclist, a professional trail builder, or a local advocate, the California Natural Resources Agency (CNRA) needs to hear from you in their California Trails Survey. We are calling on the mountain biking and trail stewardship […]