Mountain Biking In Lassen County
By Melissa Wynn
Historic Bizz Johnson Trail
Lassen County is home to some great trails for the mountain bike community. Now, more and more visitors are finding out.
The historic Bizz Johnson Trails stretches 26 miles between Westwood and Susanville with crossings over the Susan River, bridges and trestles. The scenic ride is a favorite and has landed quite a few mountain bikers in Westwood, according to Ryan Gibbs, owner of Buffalo Chips Pizza in Westwood. The Bizz Johnson Trail winds 25.4 miles from Susanville to Mason Station. For the first 16 miles, the trail chases the Susan River. The rugged Susan River Canyon will take you across the river 12 times on bridges and trestles.
Susanville Ranch Park Trails
The Susanville biking community has also seen a rise in visitors with mountain bikes. Susanville also boasts Susanville Ranch Park trails which offers a beautiful trail system and now, new bathrooms.
The trail offers 29 miles of single track. Multi-use trails for non-motorized use winds through canyons, around meadows, and up into the hills. Two creeks, forest and meadow are included in the space. Maps are available in town at the Bureau of Land Management Office and at the Lassen County Chamber of Commerce.
Head to Lassen County for some great trails. Check them out online at
http://www.susanvilleranchpark.com/
http://www.blm.gov/ca/st/en/fo/eaglelake/bizztrail.html
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