Taos Mountain Bike Association (TMBA) creates, enhances, and protects riding opportunities in and around Taos County and Northern New Mexico. We are backed by the International Mountain Bicycling Association, and are committed to organizing riders and advocating for mountain biking locally and regionally.
It’s easy for you to become a member of our IMBA chapter. Simply register using the link below, and select Taos Mountain Bike Association as your chapter.
News:
Fall Camp-and-Ride set for Amole Canyon
Friday September 20th – Sunday 22nd 2024
Mark your calendars.. This fall we have reserved the group shelter and camp sites. There will be organized group rides for all levels of ability and BBQ Cookout and camp fires each evening.
More details coming soon..
TMBA Secures Funds for Horsethief Phase 1 Parking
Horsethief Mesa Trails located between Taos and Questa on Bureau of Land Management land are some of the best year-round mountain biking, hiking, and horseback riding in the area. There is no formal trailhead for this popular area, resulting in increased frustration by private landowners as users access the public land on a private road.
TMBA applied to the NM State for an Outdoor Recreation Trails+ Grant to cover the materials needed to progress phase 1 of the Horsethief plan and was awarded $38,346. See https://nmoutside.com/new-mexicos-ord-announces-3-2m-awarded-to-17-outdoor-recreation-trails-grant-projects/. Work will be carried out by BLM staff under project coordination by ECTA.
This project is at the Transfer Station entrance off NM522 and will move the existing fence and gate, clear and fill several parking spaces, and install new fencing and barriers to provide legal, safe and convenient access to the popular trail system and alleviate the pressure felt by residents on the private road.
Current Parking in the Bar Ditch outside Transfer Station Gate: Far from Ideal
Events:
2nd Tuesday Social
Tuesday September 10th and the 2nd Tuesday of the every month.
This month a change of venue: 5-7:30pm Meet at the Rift Valley Overlook parking at the end of County Road 110 (Past the Country Club). Bring your bike to ride around the trails either informally or in a guided group which will set off around 6pm. We will be providing food and refreshments for a tailgate social back in the parking area.
Summer socials while we still have the light will be out at our favorite local trails. For the winter we will hold indoor socials at The Burger Stand at Taos Ale House.
401 Paseo del Pueblo Norte (Opposite Post Office) https://burgerstandnm.com/
TMBA’s Annual Spring Fling Camp and Ride @ Glorieta, April 26-28
This year we were at Glorieta Adventure Camps. These trails are easily some of the best thought out and constructed purpose built trails in the state of New Mexico. Guaranteed fun.
Directions: Glorieta Adventure Camp is east of Santa Fe on Interstate 25.
https://maps.app.goo.gl/4oJCQtuLieH8v38Z8
On this site you can find out more about the projects we are involved in, connect with us, and learn about the riding opportunities that exist in the area.
- We create a powerful voice for trails, public lands and management policies that welcome bikes.
- We advocate for mountain bike access and acceptance nationwide.
- We build sustainable trails and bike facilities to make mountain biking more accessible.
- We teach environmentally responsible trail building and trail etiquette practices.
- We inspire more people to experience the outdoors on bicycles.
- We educate bike groups on how to organize and make mountain biking better at the local level.
When you ride in Northern New Mexico, please respect the local cultures, the people, and the spiritual sites you may encounter.
