Hiking & Outdoors
Whitehorse Singletrack: Grey Mountain & Mount McIntyre Trails
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Whitehorse Singletrack: Grey Mountain & Mount McIntyre Trails
Grey Mountain
The hills on the east side of town hold Whitehorse’s more technical riding. Trails like “Money Shot” drop over exposed granite rock slabs and tight berms with views over the Yukon River valley, and a road to the upper trailhead gives access to ridge-line riding and long descents.
Mount McIntyre
On the other side of town, Mount McIntyre and the ski-club lands hold a network of flowy cross-country singletrack winding through pine and boreal forest — gentler, well-built trails ideal for beginners and intermediate riders warming up or logging easy kilometres.
Seasons and access
The riding season runs through the snow-free months, roughly May to October, with the long summer daylight allowing marathon evening rides. Many trails are minutes from downtown, so you can ride straight from your accommodation. In winter, studded fat bikes take over the packed trails.
Practical tips
Rent a bike in Whitehorse if you didn’t bring one, carry water, tools, and bear spray, and check local trail maps or apps, since the network is extensive and interconnected. Tell someone your route on the bigger climbs, and ride within your limits — this is still the North, and help isn’t always close.
Frequently asked questions
Is Whitehorse good for mountain biking?
Yes — hundreds of kilometres of trail rise right from the city, from technical granite on Grey Mountain to flowy forest loops on Mount McIntyre.
When can I ride?
Roughly May to October, once trails are snow-free. Long summer daylight allows evening rides; winter riding shifts to studded fat bikes.
Can I rent a bike?
Yes, bike rentals are available in Whitehorse, and many trailheads are only minutes from downtown accommodation.
Where to stay
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