The most well-known alpine mountain bike trail in the Revelstoke area – with magnificent views and abundant wildflowers on an easy grade. This is a purpose-built mountain bike trail constructed by bikers for bikers. The trail is closed annually until July 15 to protect caribou in their habitat.
Drive: Drive west on Highway #1. Turn right at Highway 23 junction onto Westside Road.
8kms. At a 4-way junction, turn left on Frisby Ridge Road (also signed “Rec Trail”).
17kms. Trailhead.
Trail: The trail climbs from a cut block up through an impressive mountain hemlock subalpine forest and into alpine meadows, cresting on rolling Frisby Ridge with views in all directions. From the high point, the trail dips down to a small lake where you either turn back or continue along the alpine ridge another 6 km on Frisby Vistas trail, but remember this is an out-and-back trail so save enough energy and water for the return ride.
Views are of Lake Revelstoke, Upper Arrow Lakes, and glacier-capped mountains. Wildflowers are spectacular in season. Uphill bikers have the right of way.
This is a wilderness trail. Be prepared with lots of water, spare tubes, tools, etc. Watch for bears and carry bear spray.
What to Do: Swim at one of the numerous lakes.
References:
www.trailforks.com/trails/frisby-ridge/
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