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Northstar California Bike Park

Truckee, California

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About This Park

Northstar California Bike Park is Vail Resorts' lift-served gravity destination at Northstar California near Truckee in the Lake Tahoe area. The Big Springs gondola and Tahoe Zephyr Express access a mix of raw rocky tech trails like Boondocks and TNT alongside irrigated flow and jump lines including Livewire and Gypsy, plus the Gatorade Skills Zone and Toyota Jump Park for progression work. Summer-only operation with paid lift tickets; the Specialized Bike Academy offers lessons and rentals at the village base. Terrain skews advanced on many black-diamond descents, with groomed jump lines for riders who prefer airtime over chunk.

Amenities

RestroomsAvailable
Drinking WaterAvailable
ParkingAvailable
LightsNot listed
ShadeNot listed
Wheelchair AccessibleNot listed

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Northstar California Bike Park Videos

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Northstar California Bike Park Review

Sierra Rider

Northstar California brings Tahoe gravity to the masses.

Big Jumps and Fast Tech at North Star | First Impressions

Pinkbike

Pinkbike First Impressions session at Northstar California Bike Park featuring Livewire, Gypsy, and tech trails.

My first day Mountain Biking at Northstar California Resort

Lisa N

First-time mountain bike lesson and lift-served riding at Northstar California Bike Park.

Northstar Boondocks Run (2024)

Northstar Media

POV run of the Boondocks technical descent at Northstar California Bike Park.

Northstar California Bike Park Video

Vail-Resorts-operated lift-served bike park at Northstar California in the Tahoe area. Trail mix includes flow lines like Livewire, technical descents off the Zephyr Express, and skills areas near the village. Summer-only operation; chair access via Big Springs gondola and Tahoe Zephyr.

Before You Go

Northstar California Bike Park FAQ

Where is Northstar California Bike Park located?
Northstar California Bike Park is at 5001 Northstar Dr in Truckee, California.
Is Northstar California Bike Park free to ride?
Northstar California Bike Park is a paid facility with an entrance fee.
When is Northstar California Bike Park open?
Season: Summer only; typically June through September. Hours: Summer lift hours vary; check resort mountain report for daily bike park schedule. Check the official website before you go — hours and seasons can change.
What skill levels is Northstar California Bike Park suited for?
Northstar California Bike Park is rated for all riders.
What amenities does Northstar California Bike Park have?
Listed amenities at Northstar California Bike Park include: restrooms, drinking water, parking.

Local Riding Context

Gravity Parks near Truckee

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