Let us customize a guided mountain bike ride based on your fitness and skill level. We curate rides from the serene to the extreme!  

At Pedal Forward, our goal is your total satisfaction. We have hundreds of miles of dirt roads and single-track mountain bike trails from which to choose. Click the link below, answer a few questions, and we will call you back within 24 hours with a recommended ride. You can also call us at 559-760-6910, and we can design the perfect ride for you over the phone.

Experience one of the most scenic and unique rides in the Bass Lake area on this guided adventure that follows the historic railroad grade used during the late 1800s logging era. The route winds through beautiful Sierra National Forest landscapes, offering a gentle and enjoyable climb along the old railroad bed where massive timber was once transported from the mountains to the sawmills below.

As we ride beneath towering pines and cedars, your guide will share stories of the region's rich logging history and the role the railroad played in shaping the Bass Lake area. The wide, gradual grade makes for a comfortable ride while providing stunning views of the surrounding forest and distant mountain ridges.

The highlight of the tour is the climb to a spectacular granite dome overlooking Bass Lake and the Sierra Nevada. Unlike many granite formations, this dome can be ridden all the way to the top, rewarding riders with breathtaking panoramic views of the lake, forests, and surrounding peaks. It's the perfect place to stop, take photos, enjoy the scenery, and experience one of the most iconic viewpoints in the region.

This unforgettable ride combines history, adventure, and some of the best scenery Bass Lake has to offer, making it an ideal experience for riders looking to explore the natural beauty and unique heritage of California's Sierra Nevada.

For riders seeking an extra challenge, there is also the option to incorporate sections of single-track mountain bike trails into the tour. These trails offer more technical terrain, tighter turns, and a true mountain biking experience while still enjoying the incredible scenery of the Bass Lake area. Your guide can customize the ride to match the group's skill level and desired level of adventure.

Our Goat Mountain & 007 Advanced Guided Ride is the ultimate family or beginner experience in Bass Lake near Yosemite National Park, CA. The 007 trail network is a hidden gem and the most popular in Bass Lake, California. Your guide will lead you on a ride that will take you up Central Camp Road (dirt road) to the top of the 007 3rd single-track trail. We will connect with the Octopussy trail, an alternative to riding the entire 3rd section of 007. Octopussy is rated a black diamond trail that begins with a wide-open, fast descent. The trail will then become more challenging, with tight turns leading to a rock garden filled with large boulders and rock ledges. There are multiple lines to choose from, with some being more challenging than others. Your guide will help you navigate the best rout for you. After this section, the trail becomes fast and flowy with some high-speed sections and jumps, natural berms, and rocky sections that quickly sneak up on you as you descend to Central Camp Road and 007 2nd entrance.007 From there, we will head to the Gold Finger trail, which is not on any maps. Gold Finger is a flowy trail that connects to 007 2nd. 007 2nd is a chunky rocky trail that is not too steep. The trail will challenge intermediate riders, and our guide will lead you through the best line choices.  Once we exit 007 2nd, we’ll take a break and check out the views of Bass Lake. We will then continue to 007 1st, the most popular trail in Bass Lake, California. 007 1st has a fast and exhilarating descent. It is very flowy except for a large erosion rut called The Canyon, where the turns are very tight, and you must avoid pedal strikes. Overall, 007 1st offers many different line choices, providing options to bypass jumps and drops. These drops can be surprising when riding fast, so your guide will warn you about what is approaching.

The 007 3rd - 1st Guided Mountain Bike Ride on the 007 trail network is a hidden gem and the most popular in Bass Lake, California. Your guide will lead you on a ride that will take you up Central Camp Road (dirt road) to the top of the 007 3rd single-track trail. We will connect with the Octopussy trail, an alternative to riding the entire 3rd section of 007. Octopussy is rated a black diamond trail that begins with a wide-open, fast descent. The trail will then become more challenging, with tight turns leading to a rock garden filled with large boulders and rock ledges. There are multiple lines to choose from, with some being more challenging than others. Your guide will help you navigate the best route for you. After this section, the trail becomes fast and flowy with some high-speed sections and jumps, natural berms, and rocky sections that quickly sneak up on you as you descend to Central Camp Road and 007 2nd entrance.

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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.

Discover Bass Lake on a fun and family-friendly eBike adventure designed for riders of all experience levels. This guided tour begins near the shores of Bass Lake and follows a scenic forest road that parallels the lake.
Along the way, you'll visit several historic landmarks that tell the story of Bass Lake's rich past. Highlights include the iconic logging town of Wishon, Bass Lake Dam, and other points of interest that showcase the area's logging and recreational heritage. As you ride, enjoy beautiful views of the sparkling lake, towering pine forests, and the surrounding Sierra Nevada landscape.

The tour continues up Central Camp Road, a historic route that was once part of the railroad system used during the region's logging era. Thanks to the assistance of modern eBikes, the gradual climb is enjoyable for riders of all ages, allowing everyone to take in the scenery without feeling rushed.

At the top, we'll arrive at Bass Lake View, one of the area's most scenic overlooks. With panoramic views of the lake and surrounding mountains, it's the perfect place to relax, enjoy a picnic, take photos, and soak in the beauty of the Sierra National Forest.

After the break, the adventure becomes even more enjoyable as the remainder of the ride is primarily downhill, allowing you to cruise comfortably back toward the lake while enjoying the fresh mountain air and spectacular scenery. This tour offers the perfect combination of history, nature, family fun, and effortless exploration of one of California's most beautiful mountain destinations. Round trip 20 miles