Suttle Tie and Loop Mountain Biking Trail

Starting from the trailhead behind the map, begin riding along the flat single-track trail. Soon the path will change to double track, which you will follow for approximately one-third of the ‘Tie’ portion of the loop — the trail which connects the parking area to the beginning of the lake.

Though many mountain bikers scoff at double track, the double track here is quite enjoyable. This is because of the environment you are in. Surrounded by stunning pine trees, and lush plant life, you feel wholly immersed in nature.

Luckily though, you will reenter single track. Around the same time, you will also traverse through very thick shrubbery, which at times is so thick that it grabs your handle bars almost out of your hands! Take these descents slow, as it is definitely easy to have a silly crash.

Soon you will reach a road crossing. This is the access road for Suttle Lake Lodge. You will cross this road twice, and all these crossings are obvious. You will cross the road a final time and reach a bridge, with a signed junction. Continue straight here and begin along the Suttle Lake Loop.

In the summer Suttle Lake is extremely popular with campers and lake goers. The lake loop is very popular with hikers and dog walkers, so don’t go too fast and watch out for pedestrians.

The trail around the lake is quite fun, with several interesting, easy features and many undulations. You will pass by several campgrounds and docks. At the far side of the lake you will ride on the road for less than a hundred yards before rejoining the trail. Once you have circumnavigated the lake you will ride across the bridge you saw when you started, then start again on Suttle Tie to head back to your car.