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Mountain Biking near Santiago
The cordillera starts where the city ends, so proper singletrack is a short drive from the center. In summer the ski resorts open their lifts for downhill riding high above Santiago.
Where can you go mountain biking near Santiago?
MOUNTAIN BIKING
The cordillera starts where the city ends, so proper singletrack is a short drive from the center. In summer the ski resorts open their lifts for downhill riding high above Santiago.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Andes foothills start where the city ends, so singletrack is a short drive from the center. Parque Mahuida and the trails around Cerro San Cristobal are the easiest options, while Cajon del Maipo and the foothill reserves hold the longer descents.
Yes. Once the snow clears, resorts above the city open lift-served downhill trails through the summer months, giving long descents at altitude with the ride back up done for you.
Yes, specialist shops in Providencia, Las Condes and Lo Barnechea rent full-suspension bikes and can advise on trail conditions. Several also run guided rides into the foothills, which is the quickest way to find the good trails.
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