7 Best Mountain Biking Trails in Cabo San Lucas

If you’re looking for a change in scenery from the beautiful beaches and rocky coastlines in Cabo San Lucas and San Jose del Cabo… then hitting the mountain biking trails might be the perfect alternative!

Los Cabos, Mexico, is home to the Sierra de la Laguna Mountains, which has become a popular tourist destination for adventures like hiking, ziplining, and, of course, mountain biking! After securing your mountain bike rental from one of the bike shops in Cabo San Lucas or San Jose del Cabo, check out one (or more!) of the following mountain biking trails in Los Cabos.

Top Trails in Los Cabos Rated by Mountain Bikers

Based on detailed reviews from experienced mountain bikers on AllTrails, the following trails are the best mountain biking routes in Cabo San Lucas. Read through each description to determine which trail is best for you based on your skill level, preferences, and more!

1. Cerro Torres

• Length: 3 miles
• Elevation: 797 feet
• Trail Type: Out and back

Located slightly northeast of Downtown Cabo San Lucas, this moderately challenging trail is popular among hikers, bikers, and off-road drivers, so you’ll likely see tons of tourists and locals on the trail at all times of the year, though the best time for mountain biking is during the dry season, from December to May. At the top of Cerro de las Torres, you’ll enjoy gorgeous views of Cabo San Lucas Bay and see plenty of desert plants and animals, like cacti and lizards, during your bike ride.

2. Circuito Cerro de las Anetnas y Las Viboras

• Length: 4.2 miles
• Elevation: 918 feet
• Trail Type: Loop

This moderately challenging trail is located next to Cerro Torres and is a popular spot for hiking, running, and, of course, mountain biking. From the top, you can see spectacular views of Cabo San Lucas Bay. However, there is no shade, so be sure to bring a hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen. This trail generally takes about two hours to complete on a mountain bike.

3. Circuito Los Cabos

• Length: 8.9 miles
• Elevation: 1,440 feet
• Trail Type: Loop

For experienced bikers looking for a challenge without traveling too far from Downtown Cabo San Lucas — Circuito Los Cabos is the perfect trail. This loop spans almost nine miles, has steep elevation gain, and has a rocky terrain. It generally takes about four hours to complete. Since this trail is a bit more challenging than the latter two, it is typically less busy. At the trail’s tallest point, you’ll enjoy spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean and Cabo San Lucas Bay.

4. Colorado Hill Loop

• Length: 3.9 miles
• Elevation: 823 feet
• Trail Type: Loop

Colorado Hill Loop is another excellent mountain biking trail northeast of Cabo San Lucas. This moderately challenging loop spans nearly four miles and takes about two hours to complete. Bikers should be prepared to “share the road” with hikers and off-roading vehicles, and at Colorado Hill, prepare for the trail to become a single track to the top. From the top, enjoy spectacular views of Cabo San Lucas Bay before cruising back down the mountain.

5. Camino del Cerro de las Antenas

• Length: 2.3 miles
• Elevation: 400 feet
• Trail Type: Loop

For new bikers looking for less-challenging mountain biking trails near Cabo San Lucas — Camino del Cerro de las Antenas is a great place to start. This loop is just over two miles long and has a slight elevation gain of 400 feet, so you’ll climb the mountain just enough to enjoy some lovely views without breaking too much of a sweat on the incline. This trail generally takes an hour to complete on a mountain bike and offers gorgeous desert views along the way.

6. East Cape Trails

• Length: 3.2 miles
• Elevation: 479 feet
• Trail Type: Loop

As you travel up the coast of Baja California Sur from Cabo San Lucas, you’ll find San Jose del Cabo, where you’ll find even more excellent mountain biking trails and scenic routes. One of the best trails in this region — East Cape Trails — offers an escape from the beaches and “touristy” feel of the trails closer to Cabo San Lucas in exchange for peaceful dirt trails and beautiful desert landscapes. This moderately challenging route is excellent for bikers heading up to San Jose del Cabo for the day.

7. SanJo Bike Park

• Length: Varies
• Elevation: Varies
• Trail Type: Varies

Unlike many other mountain biking trails in Los Cabos, which are intended for shared uses, like hiking, biking, and off-roading, the trail network at SanJo Bike Park — located just outside San Jose del Cabo — is designed exclusively for mountain bikers. Most of the trails at this bike park are intermediate, and the features are designed for advanced riders. Be sure to wear sunscreen, as most of the trails are unshaded, and prepare for gorgeous views of the desert terrain in Los Cabos!

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With so many mountain biking trails in Cabo San Lucas, choosing which trail to explore during your vacation can be challenging! If you’re having a tough time deciding between trails, or if it will be your first time on a mountain bike, consider joining a mountain biking tour to have an experienced guide offer professional guidance and make all the “hard” decisions about which trail to choose for you.

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