Frisby Ridge
Frisby Ridge is one of the world’s most iconic alpine mountain biking experience. A beautiful trail with magnificent views, abundant wildflowers, and excellent riding, this 18.6 km purpose-built cross country trail climbs from high-up on Frisby Ridge through impressive mountain hemlock sub-alpine forest and into the alpine meadows. It crests on a rolling ridge with views in all directions, then dips down to a small lake and extends to the next high point on the ridge on a 5.7 km extension. The reward for the long climb is stunning views and one of the most fun descents anywhere. Advanced rider can extend the descent all the way to the valley via UFC and Ultimate Frisby.
Frisby Ridge is a remote trail with limited water access, so you must be self-sustained. This trail is very susceptible to erosion, so please consider an alternative trail in extremely wet conditions. This is a provincial recreation trail operated by the RCA in partnership with Recreation Sites & Trails BC.
Frisby Ridge is closed annually until July 15 to protect important wildlife habitat, particularly grizzly bear habitat. Please report any sightings of grizzlies or signs of grizzlies to our wildlife tracking form.
E-bikes are currently NOT allowed on the Frisby Ridge XC trail due to safety concerns and potential for increased trail erosion within a sensitive alpine environment.
To access from Revelstoke head west on Highway 1 and turn right on Westside Rd. At the end of Westside Rd. (at the dirtbike track), turn left on Sledhalla Forest Service Road. Continue on the FSR for 9 km, following the signs to the parking lot. Specifically, from the start of the gravel road, turn left at 0.7 km, turn right at 1.6 km, turn left at 4 km, turn left at 5.8 km, turn right at 6.2 km, turn left at 8.2 km, and turn left at 9 km turn left. 4x4 and radios are recommended. Please remember that it is the responsibility of the driver to travel at speeds that reflect road conditions and be aware of other vehicle traffic.
The Full Teriyaki
Looking for some Type 2 fun? Ride the full Frisby XC & DH trails from town! Riding out to the trailhead adds 2+ hours and 800m/2500ft of climbing. For the Full Teriyaki experience (ask about the name), start in downtown Revelstoke, then ride out Westside Road, up the FSR, and all the way to the end of Frisby Vistas before turning around and heading down via UFC and Ultimate Frisby and back to town. The Full Teriyaki is not for the faint of heart or inexperienced rider and should only be attempted by very fit riders capable of riding double-black trails while tired. It totals over 70 kilometres of pedaling and over 2,000 m of climbing.
Why The Full Teriyaki? It’s a play on The Whole Enchilada in Moab and our local sushi restaurant, Frisby Ridge.