Granite Domes Blind Squirrel and 007s – Advance/Intermediate

Experience one of the most unique riding environments in California on this 4-hour advanced eBike tour in the stunning Sierra Nevada near Bass Lake. This ride is designed for experienced mountain bikers seeking technical challenges, breathtaking scenery, and unforgettable terrain.

The adventure takes you deep into the high-elevation forests and granite landscapes that make this region famous. Ride flowing singletrack through towering pines before climbing onto massive granite domes that offer panoramic views of the surrounding Sierra peaks and Bass Lake below. The terrain features steep granite slabs, technical rock features, challenging climbs, and thrilling descents that demand strong bike-handling skills and confidence on exposed rock.

Your electric mountain bike provides the power to conquer sustained climbs and maximize time on the trail, allowing you to explore more of this incredible backcountry terrain. Along the route, you'll experience a mix of smooth forest singletrack, technical granite traverses, rocky switchbacks, and exhilarating downhill sections that showcase some of the area's best riding.

Tour Highlights

4-hour guided advanced eBike experience
High-elevation Sierra Nevada scenery
Epic rides across massive granite domes
Technical singletrack and challenging rock features
Steep granite climbs and descents
Spectacular views of Bass Lake and surrounding mountains
Premium electric mountain bikes
Small-group guided adventure

Rider Requirements
This is an advanced-level tour intended for riders with previous mountain biking experience. Participants should be comfortable riding steep terrain, technical singletrack, loose rock, and exposed granite surfaces.

If you're looking for a true High Sierra mountain biking adventure with world-class granite riding and unforgettable views, this tour delivers an experience unlike anywhere else in California.

Private Guided Hike Pricing: All of our Rides are private Rides. You will only be riding with our expert local guide and people you know!
1 Person = $350
2 People = $400
3 People = $500
4 People = $550
5 People = $600
6 People = $650
7 + add $50 Per person.
Note: Prices do not include guide gratuities. Our guides greatly appreciate gratuities for a job well done!

What’s Included in this experience?

Your Pedal Forward Guide: Our local guide knows the trails intimately and are there to ensure a fun and safe riding experience. Additionally, they can assist with mechanical support and suggestions on where to ride next. They will also educate you on the area’s flora, fauna, and history.
3% mandatory National Forest Service fee that passes through directly to the US Forest Service.
Our commitment to excellence

Not included

Water
Snacks
Bikes: We offer over a 68% discount off our full-suspension bike rentals. $30 per bike. Depending on the group’s size, we may offer bikes complimentary. Helmets ARE included.
Riding gear: Please wear comfortable shoes, sunglasses, and clothing based on the weather forecast.

Private Guided Hike Pricing: All of our Rides are private Rides. You will only be riding with our expert local guide and people you know!
1 Person = $350
2 People = $300
3 People = $400
4 People = $450
5 People = $500
6 People = $550
7 + add $50 Per person.
Note: Prices do not include guide gratuities. Our guides greatly appreciate gratuities for a job well done!

Yes! We operate under a US Forest Service Special Use Permit for this part of Sierra National Forest. It took us 19 months of working with the forest service to earn our permit. We are the first bike shop in this area to be awarded a permit.

Your Pedal Forward Guide: Our local guide knows the trails intimately and is there to ensure a fun and safe riding experience. Additionally, they can assist with mechanical support and suggestions on where to ride next. They will also educate you on the area’s flora, fauna, and history.
3% mandatory National Forest Service fee that passes through directly to the US Forest Service.
Our commitment to an amazing adventure!

Kids: children from age 7 to 12. Kids should be comfortable riding a bike for approximately 2 hours before going on a guided ride. Any person aged 13 or older is considered an adult.

Beginner: Beginners include anyone who doesn’t ride a mountain bike often, prefers to ride gravel roads or very gentle or paved paths and trails, and can be on the bike for an average of two hours.

Advanced Beginner: An advanced beginner rider has mountain biked several times on flat or very gentle hills and non-technical terrain.

Intermediate: Intermediate riders include anyone who rides a bike often, is relatively fit, is comfortable on singletrack dirt trails or steeper roads, and can be on the bike for up to four hours.

Advanced Intermediate: Advanced intermediate riders are comfortable riding for up to 6 hours. They are very comfortable climbing or descending on most singletrack trails and can ride some technical features.

Advanced/ Expert: Advanced riders ride mountain bikes often, can ride 50 to 100 miles per week, enjoy and seek out the single technical track, and are comfortable on bike rides for up to eight hours.

Lunch & Snacks
Bug Spray
Sunscreen
Sunglasses
Water: 2 liters per person
Helmet: Bring your helmet if you have one. If not, we will provide one for you complimentary.

Yes! We can rent you a bike. We do offer a discount when you pay for a guided ride. The rental also includes a helmet.

Full refund for reservations canceled at least 72 hours before scheduled hikes. We do not offer refunds for cancellations within 72 hours of scheduled hikes.

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GALLERY / PHOTOS

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$350 / and up

TOUR DETAILS

3–5 Hour Guided & Interpretive Bike Ride

Tours are conducted on Class 1 electric bikes with pedal assist only.

You are welcome to bring your own electric bike or rent one of our e-bikes. E-bike rentals are $150 per bike. Group discounts may be available for e-bike rentals, depending on the size of your group.

Tour pricing starts at $350, depending on the number of riders. E-bike rental is an additional cost.

Cost: $350 and up, plus e-bike rental

Cost: $350 and up

2024 DATES

12 Jun 2024

15 Aug 2024

1st Jan 2025

About Us

Pedal Forward Bikes & Adventure is an award-winning full-service bike shop in the Yosemite area. It offers thousands of products, expert repairs, bike rentals, guided bike rides, and Yosemite guided hikes for all levels.

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Address: 40761 CA-41 Suite 4, Oakhurst, CA 93644
Phone: (559) 760-6910
Email: jorge@pedalforwardbikes.com

Hours:
10:00 am - 6:00 pm Tuesday - Friday
9:00 am - 5:00 pm Saturday