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 […]
Here in California, our shared passion for mountain biking is deeply tied to the health and accessibility of our incredible public lands. As you have likely heard, the U.S. federal government shut down at midnight on October 1. While far from ideal, the government shutdown calls for solidarity and a renewed commitment to responsible stewardship. Now is the moment to […]
For mountain bikers, nothing beats the feeling of leaving the noise of civilization behind and finding true backcountry bliss. It’s in these remote places, the ones without paved roads, that we see the rugged challenge and solitude that define our sport. This is precisely why we’re so concerned about a new proposal from the U.S. Department of Agriculture to get […]
2025 California legislative season comes to a close What a year/season it has been. The California Legislature has completed its work for 2025. Many bills are now on their way to the Governor’s desk for review and adoption over the next few weeks. From fighting for parks and recreation funding to protecting the places we ride, we have been leveraging […]
USDA is seeking comments on its Reorganization Plan. Speak up before the Sep 30 deadline. Lesser known than the First Divide and Third Divide trails, the Second Divide Trail isn’t part of the Downieville Classic courses—and thus remains somewhat of a secret gem for those looking to get away from the crowds. Chelsea Jolly traverses above the swimming pools and […]
Check out the latest from Sacramento and D.C. We’re now halfway through the legislative season, and our state and Federal lawmakers are back home in their districts for their summer breaks. See below for the latest on all things cycling, trails, and public lands in our 2025 Mid-Summer Legislative Update. State Legislative Agenda Expands As The Session Advances SCR 94 […]