SKY TAVERN BIKE PARK
ELEVATING RENO TAHOE MOUNTAIN BIKing THROUGH COMMUNITY-POWERED TRAILS
Trails are good for everyone
Community-Powered
Legendary for its mountain bike culture, Reno Tahoe’s prominent trail hub is as essential to the community as it is destination-worthy.
Nowhere in the community is the next generation of public-driven trail innovation occurring as rapidly and enthusiastically as Sky Tavern.
Elevating the region’s mountain bike experience at 8,000 ft., Sky Tavern’s approach is as unique as it is trailblazing: a nonprofit, community-funded bike park designed from the ground up (literally) for accessibility to all riders despite their ability.
Easy Access from Town or Tahoe
Located on beautiful Mt. Rose Highway, Sky Tavern Bike Park is an easy 20-minute drive from Lake Tahoe or Reno. Viewable from Reno, Sky Tavern offers a refreshing reprieve from the basin’s warmer summer temperatures, often 20 degrees cooler than downtown Reno.
Learn how to support through our community-powered memberships
Our Story
A hub for connecting the community
Removing the common barriers of entry such as the intimidating atmospheres of larger, lift-access gravity parks, daily ticket fees, and lack of beginner-friendly trails, Sky Tavern has embraced a holistic “trails are good for everyone” concept — a park providing an abundance of options for riders of all abilities who desire to progress their skills.
Engaging the world-renown reputation and trail building art of local dirt sculptors Momentum Trail Concepts, a sustainable trail system has been carved into the mountain with progressive design, encouraging a level of fun, skill-building, and accessibility not previously found in the Reno/Tahoe community.
MAYDAY Festival
May 30th
An engaging, interactive session designed for makers, innovators, and thinkers to collaborate, connect, and spark new ideas. Join us to exchange insights, explore creative possibilities, and build meaningful relationships within a vibrant community.
WOMEN’S MTB CAMP WEEKEND
June 20/21
An engaging, interactive session designed for makers, innovators, and thinkers to collaborate, connect, and spark new ideas. Join us to exchange insights, explore creative possibilities, and build meaningful relationships within a vibrant community.
Grassroots Racing Golden Hour Race 1
June 23rd
An engaging, interactive session designed for makers, innovators, and thinkers to collaborate, connect, and spark new ideas. Join us to exchange insights, explore creative possibilities, and build meaningful relationships within a vibrant community.
An engaging, interactive session designed for makers, innovators, and thinkers to collaborate, connect, and spark new ideas. Join us to exchange insights, explore creative possibilities, and build meaningful relationships within a vibrant community.
Grassroots Racing Golden Hour Race 2
July 25th
EVENTS
Opening day is Saturday, May 30th, at MAYDAY Festival!
May 30- MAYDAY Festival
June 20/21- Women’s Camp Weekend
June 25- Grassroots Racing Golden Hour Race 1
July 23- Grassroots Racing Golden Hour Race 2
August 6- Hot August Laps
August 30- One for All Enduro
October 3- Party in the Sky
MEMBERSHIPS & SHUTTLE
LAUNCHING THIS SUMMER
Sky Tavern’s trails are supported by the riders who believe in them. Join our new community-powered memberships today, and get access to our new shuttle program launching this summer!
In partnership with the US Forest Service Humboldt-Toiyabe Carson Ranger District, we are excited to announce the official launch of our shuttle program for 2026.
Exclusive to Summer Members, the shuttle will operate 4 days per week, picking up riders at the lower parking area and transporting to the top of Sky Tavern via Mt. Rose Highway.
SHUTTLE OPERATING SCHEDULE
MAYDAY MAY 30
10AM - 4PM
Saturdays in June, July, August
10AM - 4PM
Wednesday/Thursday/Friday, June 10- August 28
3PM - Sunset
September TBD
2026 BIKE
3 ways to support
ALL MOUNTAIN FUN
Unlimited Shuttle Access
+ MAYDAY Festival and
Party in the Sky
Our premium membership includes unlimited shuttle access throughout the 2026 operating season plus admission to our marquee events, MAYDAY and Party in the Sky. Show your love for your trails and community!
EXPLORER
1-month shuttle access
Choose your month and ride to your heart’s content
Our monthly memberships offer unlimited shuttle access during the month of your choice, from June-August.
Like what you rode? Roll it into an All Mountain Fun membership at any time.
June Membership: Valid May 30-June 27. Includes MAYDAY admission.
July Membership: Valid 1-30
August Membership: Valid 1-29
EXPLORE OUR MOUNTAIN
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Riders in the Sky skills clinics
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Memberships
It all begins
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SHUTTLE
It all begins with an idea.
Frequently Asked Questions
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From late May through early October, Sky Tavern Bike Park is accessible daily from morning until sunset unless closed for a private event, weather, or other reason.
Memberships are highly encouraged. Day visitors may also donate via the website.
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The Shuttle generally operates four days per week through summer. Check the Memberships page for details and social media for updates.
A valid membership and waiver is required to access the shuttle. There are no day tickets.
We pick up in the lower parking lot at the base area and transport riders to the top of Sky Tavern via Mt. Rose Highway. Riders then access the Top of Sky and our trail network via the USFS service road.
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Class 1 pedal assist eMTBs (no throttle) are permitted.
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We allow age 8+ access to the shuttle. Those under 16 must be accompanied by a gaurdian.
Kids Ride Shotguns are not permitted on the shuttle.
No pets.
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A mountain bike helmet is required for all trail users. A full face helmet is recommended along with knee pads, gloves, eye protection and proper footwear and apparel.
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Bathrooms and snacks are available during normal shuttle operations.
There is no full service restuarant on site or nearby. Public wi-fi is not available but cell service is adequate.
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Sky Tavern is located at 8,000 feet. Weather conditions can change rapidly and differ from Reno or Lake Tahoe. Always be prepared with water, snacks, and extra layers.
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We do not offer rentals. See shops in Reno such as Sierra Cyclesmith and High Sierra Cycling, or Flume Bikes in Incline Village.
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Alleygator (mid mountain) or Friend Zone or High Five (top of mountain) are green/blue options perfect for experienced beginners or intermediates.
