Besides, about 15 more minutes of driving leads to the San Juan Trail . Mountain lions like this area and in one infamous case, a child was attack several years ago. While family rides are permitted, don't let your children ride alone and always keep them in front of you within arm's length. For the best workout and most thrills, go for a loop up Bell Canyon or East Ridge to the Oso Trail. Hang right and keep going up to Badger Pass.
Badger is a steep, straight singletrack.
Be prepared for a lot of sand on the San Juan Creek Trail. Bell Canyon is the more gradual climb. Making your way up the ridge lines to Badger Pass can be tough, especially after the fire roads have been graded. OCnow staff E-mail this story to a friend. Send OCnow an e-mail .