Toothpick Trail Mountain Biking

One of the shortest and easiest to access trails in Ashland, Toothpick is great for beginners and seasoned experts alike. Connecting Tolman Creek Road to Ashland Loop, Toothpick can be a destination ride with parking on the Tolman Creek side, or incorporated into a longer ride that links the two roads, and thus other trails. From Tolman the trail climbs steadily up to where it meets the bottom of Catwalk (see Four Corners), where it levels out and continues on to Ashland Loop Road. Upon reaching Ashland Loop, riders can either turn around and enjoy a flowing downhill back to Tolman, or continue either up to Four Corners, or down towards the White Rabbit Trailhead (see White Rabbit) and eventually Lithia Park.

Difficulty: Moderate. The trail has a few steep sections that can be challenging to ride up or down, as well as some sections with a steep slope to one side.

Directions: From the center of town, head southeast down Siskiyou Blvd to Tolman Creek Rd (the intersection has a blinking yellow light). Take a right on Tolman Creek Rd. After 1.2 miles the road turns to a one lane road, with occasional turnouts for passing traffic. At 1.7 miles the road will fork, be sure to take a hard right. After 3 miles from turning onto Tolman Creek Rd. you will arrive to the trailhead.

Outdoor Recreation Safety Note: Please be sure to read our safety note on our Outdoor Recreation home page.