CASCADE LOCKS BIKE TOUR FIELD GUIDE
EasyCLIMB — A Two‑Hour, Beginner Mountain‑Bike Taste of the Columbia Gorge
A self‑guided, two‑hour ride out of Bike the Gorge in Cascade Locks that outfits riders with a Marin Rift Zone 2 and a helmet for flowy single‑track with Gorge views.
EasyCLIMB — A Two‑Hour, Beginner Mountain‑Bike Taste of the Columbia Gorge.
Hop on a Marin Rift Zone 2 and glide along scenic, flowy single‑track trails just off the Columbia Gorge. Bike the Gorge outfits you with a full‑suspension bike, helmet and a recommended route for a quick, beginner‑friendly outing that delivers spectacular views in roughly two hours.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Full‑suspension Marin Rift Zone 2
The operator supplies a Marin Rift Zone 2 and helmet so you can focus on the trail. The kit is chosen for comfort and control on flowy beginner lines.
Flowy single‑track with sweeping Gorge views
The easyCLIMB network is a short ride from the shop and offers smooth, fast single‑track and viewpoints that frame the Columbia Gorge—an accessible slice of the region’s famed mountain‑biking terrain.
A quick, beginner‑friendly, self‑guided outing
Designed as a two‑hour, self‑guided experience, this ride is ideal for beginner riders or anyone seeking a fast introduction to Gorge single‑track without a long commitment.
What the day feels like
What the Ride Feels Like
You’re fitted at the shop, mounted on a forgiving full‑suspension bike and pointed toward trailheads a half‑mile away. Within minutes you’re on flowy single‑track: bermed turns, short climbs that reward you with quick descents, and repeated views back toward the Columbia Gorge. The format is compact and deliberate—enough trail to feel like a proper mountain‑bike outing without a full‑day commitment.
THE BIKE
Full‑suspension Marin Rift Zone 2
The operator supplies a Marin Rift Zone 2 and helmet so you can focus on the trail. The kit is chosen for comfort and control on flowy beginner lines.
THE TRAIL
Flowy single‑track with sweeping Gorge views
The easyCLIMB network is a short ride from the shop and offers smooth, fast single‑track and viewpoints that frame the Columbia Gorge—an accessible slice of the region’s famed mountain‑biking terrain.
THE FORMAT
A quick, beginner‑friendly, self‑guided outing
Designed as a two‑hour, self‑guided experience, this ride is ideal for beginner riders or anyone seeking a fast introduction to Gorge single‑track without a long commitment.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this trip suits — and who might opt for something else.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Bike the Gorge supplies a Marin Rift Zone 2 full‑suspension mountain bike, a helmet, and a recommended self‑guided route.
The experience is approximately two hours long.
The trail access is only a short ride—about half‑a‑mile—from the Bike the Gorge shop in Cascade Locks.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the EasyCLIMB Mountain Bike Tour?
The tour runs about two hours.
What is the minimum age to participate?
The trip is available to riders aged 10 and up.
Is this a guided ride?
No — it is a self‑guided mountain‑bike tour; the operator provides the bike, helmet and recommended route.
What bike and equipment are provided?
Bike the Gorge provides a Marin Rift Zone 2 full‑suspension mountain bike and a helmet, along with a recommended route.
Where do I begin the ride?
You are outfitted at the Bike the Gorge shop in Cascade Locks; the easyCLIMB trails are roughly a half‑mile from the shop.