Rocky Knob Mountain Bike Park

Rocky Knob is an 185-acre mountain biking park in Boone, NC. Currently, there are around 11 miles of looping trails including work stations, dedicated skills areas, and a state-of-the-art paved pump track. Plus the park has a playground, restrooms, and picnic areas. 

• Rocky Knob Mountain Bike Park is FREE to ride. 
• Bike rentals are not available on-site.
• The park is open from Dawn to Dusk.
• Winter weather may cause the trails to close between DEC. 1 & APR. 1.
• Check out the park's Facebook page for info about trail closures.
• Bathrooms at the park are closed from DEC. 1 to APR. 1.
  • TEMPORARY BATHROOM CLOSURE DUE TO WATER LEAK. (July 8, 2026)

The History:

In 2010, Watauga County, in partnership with the Watauga County Tourism Development Authority (WCTDA), received a $500,000 grant from the North Carolina Parks and Recreation Trust Fund (PARTF) to assist with the acquisition and development for Rocky Knob Park. Additional funding has come from Bikes Belong Foundation, Clif Bar, NC Adopt a Trail, and Specialized Bicycles. These grants were made possible through the WCTDA’s partnership with Boone Area Cyclists, a local nonprofit organization working to promote and develop cycling opportunities throughout the Boone area.