RAT’s Chapter meeting on July 6 is canceled. Join us at the next meeting!

Our 8th annual RAT Race will be held on Saturday, June 6, 2026

The RAT Race is a fun XC mountain bike race on flowy singletrack, encompassing the best trails at RAT trails. The RAT Race is hosted by Ridgway Area Trails, a chapter of Colorado Plateau Mountain Bike Trail Association (COPMOBA), a 501c3 nonprofit organization that advocates for mountain biking in western Colorado by building and maintaining sustainable singletrack.

Plate Pick up:
Racers can pick up plates and sign-in from 5-8 PM on Friday, June 5 or from 6-7 AM on Saturday, June 6. Look for the RAT tent in the lot next to Greenwoods Restaurant: 160 Palomino Trail, Ridgway, CO 81432
Race staging begins at 7:30 AM. The race kicks off at 8 AM. After the race, join us for an after-party and podiums.

Race Start:
The race will start at 8 AM sharp in the lot next to Greenwoods Restaurant (160 Palomino Trail, Ridgway, CO 81432)
There will be a neutral rollout to start, then the open race will begin on Coutny Road 12.

Where should I park? (FAQ but also add to the pages)
Parking is available along Palomino Trail Road South of Greenwoods, or to the East end of Hunter Parkway. Do not park in front of Greenwoods or at the main RAT Trailhead.

Race Results:
Update race results link to: https://my.raceresult.com/402244/

Join us for our monthly chapter meetings!
RAT’s next chapter committee meeting will be on June 1st at 6:30 PM at 598 Palomino Trail in Ridgway.

All chapter meetings are open to the public, join us to learn what’s going on with our trails!

All chapter meetings are open to the public, join us to learn what’s going on with our trails!

RAT Trail Work Day - May 10th 9am-2pm

Join RAT for some upcoming trail maintenance - mostly quick drainage work, vegetation clearing and general cleanup from the winter.

We’ll meet at the main RAT Trailhead

RAT Trail work Day May 8th 5-8pm

Join RAT for some upcoming trail maintenance - mostly quick drainage work, vegetation clearing and general cleanup from the winter.

We’ll meet at the 10b parking area!

RAT Trail Work Day - May 7th 5-8pm

Join RAT for some upcoming trail maintenance - mostly quick drainage work, vegetation clearing and general cleanup from the winter.

We’ll meet at the 10b parking area!

Support the trails and join us on May 1st for RAT’s annual season opening celebration. Enjoy live music and films. Proceeds from the event support RAT, so come out and give back to your local trails!

Join us for our monthly chapter meetings!
RAT’s next chapter committee meeting will be on April 6th at 6:30 PM at 598 Palomino Trail in Ridgway.

All chapter meetings are open to the public, join us to learn what’s going on with our trails!

All chapter meetings are open to the public, join us to learn what’s going on with our trails!

Join us for our monthly chapter meetings!
RAT’s next chapter committee meeting will be on March 2nd at 6 PM at 598 Palomino Trail in Ridgway

All chapter meetings are open to the public, join us to learn what’s going on with our trails!

Join RAT in celebrating the end of the season and the new trails! There will be food, drinks, DJ and plenty of good times!

Join RAT to work on NEW trail construction! Read the full event description for full details and the meeting location.

Join RAT to work on NEW trail construction! Read the full event description for full details and the meeting location.

Join RAT to work on NEW trail construction! Read the full event description for full details and the meeting location.

Join RAT to work on NEW trail construction! Read the full event description for full details and the meeting location.

Our 7th annual RAT Race will be held on Saturday, June 7, 2025

The RAT Race is a fun XC mountain bike race on flowy singletrack, encompassing the best trails at RAT trails. The RAT Race is hosted by Ridgway Area Trails, a chapter of Colorado Plateau Mountain Bike Trail Association (COPMOBA), a 501c3 nonprofit organization that advocates for mountain biking in western Colorado by building and maintaining sustainable singletrack.

Image Credit : Crystal Merrill

Join RAT to work on NEW trail construction on Saturday, May 10. Read the full event description for full details and the meeting location.

Join RAT to work on NEW trail construction on Saturday, May 3. Read the full event description for full details and the meeting location.

Support your local trails and join us on May 1st for a fun community fundraiser for the Ridgway Area Trails (RAT)! Learn about the new trails, find out how to get involved in trail work, and even help us name the new trails. Enjoy a rad selection of biking films, plus awesome prizes and giveaways—all for a great cause. Proceeds from the event will help fund new trails at RAT, so come out, get inspired, and give back to the trails!

Join RAT to work on NEW trail construction on Saturday, Oct. 12. Read the full event description for full details and the meeting location.

Join RAT to work on NEW trail construction on Saturday, Oct. 5. Read the full event description for full details and the meeting location.

Join RAT to work on NEW trail construction on Saturday, Sept. 28. Read the full event description for full details and the meeting location.

Join RAT to work on NEW trail construction. Read the full event description for full details and the meeting location.

Join RAT to work on NEW trail construction on Saturday, Aug. 17. Read the full event description for full details and the meeting location.

Join RAT to work on NEW trail construction! Read the full event description for full details and the meeting location.

Join RAT to work on NEW trail construction! Read the full event description for full details and the meeting location.

Join RAT to work on NEW trail construction! Read the full event description for full details and the meeting location.