About Discovery Ridge
Whether you’re a mountain biker, avid hiker, or trail runner, Discovery Ridge provides a range of terrain to suit all skill levels while being immersed in quaking aspen stands, conifers, and sagebrush.
Take the trails within Discovery Ridge’s trail system or extend your adventure to Toll Canyon and Summit Park trails for a thrilling hike or bike in the dense conifer forest.
Amenities
Accessible All Year
Trailhead
Parking
Restroom
Hiking
Mountain Biking
Dog On-Leash
Trail System
These trails are all interconnected within the Discovery Ridge Trail System, called stacked loops, allowing riders to mix and match routes based on their desired level of difficulty or ride length.
| Trail Name | Miles | Use | Difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|
| A Toll New World | 1.7 | Multi-use | Intermediate |
| Pale Green Dot | 1.0 | Downhill Biking | Beginner |
| The UP Trail | 1.0 | Multi-use – Uphill Biking Only | Intermediate |
| Dead Reckoning | 0.6 | Downhill Biking | Difficult |
| Road to Arcylon | 0.7 | Downhill Biking | Intermediate / Difficult |
| Discovery | 0.2 | Multi-use | Intermediate |
| Discovery Loop | 0.5 | Hiking Only | Intermediate |
| Gorgoza Park | 1.7 | Multi-use | Intermediate |
| Pinebrook Pointe | 0.3 | Multi-use | Intermediate |
| Pinebrook Pointe S | 0.1 | Multi-use | Intermediate |
Learn more about what opportunities are available in the winter, view the grooming map, and more!
Nearby Trails
Discovery Ridge Open Space
Discovery Ridge has a long history as a natural open space, untouched by development. Basin Recreation and Summit County officially acquired the area in 2018 for recreational open space and trails. The landscape has always been dominated by diverse vegetation communities, including aspen forests and riparian zones. These ecosystems support a wide range of plant species, from the towering aspen trees and gambel oak to the understory of sagebrush, juniper, and lush forbs and grasses, making it a vital area for both biodiversity and recreation.
Wildlife
Discovery’s open space provides habitat for many animals, from moose to small mammals and birds, that depend on the land for food, shelter, and survival. It’s important to remember that we are sharing the environment with these creatures.
Glacier Lily
Erythronium grandiflorum
Elkweed
Frasera speciosa
Plains Prickly Pear
Opuntia polyacantha
Garlic Mustard
Alliaria petiolata
Myrtle Spurge
Euphorbia myrsinites
Houndstongue
Cynoglossum officinale
Rocky Mountain Elk
Cervus canadensis
Mule Deer
Odocoileus hemionus
Shiras Moose
Alces alces shiras
For information on what you should do when you encounter wildlife, please visit:
Be a Responsible Steward
Responsible stewardship helps protect open spaces and trails and ensures they remain enjoyable and accessible for everyone. While recreating on the trails:
- All trail users must stay on trail and avoid creating new paths or using social trails.
- Always pack out your trash and dog waste. Trash cans and dog waste bags are available at Discovery Trailhead.
- Keep yourself and your dogs a safe distance from animals. Remember that this is an open space, so wildlife will be present!
Learn more about how you can be a responsible steward on our shared trails and open spaces.
Rules & Regulations
No E-bikes
No Overnight Parking
No Motorized Vehicles
No Camping
No Fires
No Hunting
No Firearms
No Fireworks
Dogs
Dogs must be under restraint with a lead, leash, or e-collar with the owner maintaining sight and voice control over dog and a leash on hand.
E-bikes
E-bikes are NOT permitted on single track trails. Exceptions apply for riders on a Class 1 e-bike age 65 or older or persons with mobility disabilities.
Hunting Access
Hunters may cross Basin Recreation property to access adjacent lands open to hunting, but firearms must be unloaded, and archery equipment must not have an arrow nocked.