About us
The Bicycle Trails Council of the East Bay was formed in 1987, and helped to create the International Mountain Bicycling Association (IMBA) in 1988. The work of BTCEB is essential in developing the mountain biking culture and keeping trails open for local mountain biking. The BTCEB Meetup.com group was established by the Bicycle Trails Council of the East Bay (btceb.org). and is a tool for bringing us all, veteran and new riders, together for a great time. By joining BTCEB you'll be supporting grassroots mountain bike advocacy, meet other mountain bikers, and learn about great trails to ride.
STAY INFORMED with our monthly e-newsletter with all the latest events, trail work days, Youth Mountain Bike Adventure, Oakland Bike Patrol programs, social outings, and advocacy news.
VOLUNTEER FOR TRAIL WORK - it is sweat equity. Land managers appreciate reliable, competent volunteers.
COME OUT AND RIDE. We have a group ride calendar with over 5000 members and host several monthly rides. Our women-only ride, Ride Like a Girl, is on the 1st Saturday of the month. Our marquee ride is the monthly Gala Ride which is usually held the last Saturday of the month. The Gala rides are led by experienced local riders who know the trails and offer a group for all skill and fitness levels. Afterward, we regroup for snacks and refreshments. This is a great way to learn new trails and meet others from the east bay at your skill level.
E-BIKES are generally welcome on our Gala rides when the trail system allows them (e.g. EBRPD, China Camp, Tamarancho). If a ride is not open to e-bikes, it will usually be noted on the specific event listing but please know where you are allowed ride to be safe. Like acoustic riders, e-riders are expected to ride within their skill level and stay with their chosen group.
MEMBERSHIPS. We rely on PAID memberships to continue to advocate for and maintain trails and access issues that are important to you,
Happy Trails!
Upcoming events
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BTCEB Gala Ride - Lime Ridge SATURDAY 4/25
2125 Oak Grove Rd, Walnut Creek, CA, USJoin the Bicycle Trails Council of the East Bay for the May Gala ride at Lime Ridge Saturday April 25th.
Last year we tried venturing to the "far east" we rode at the end of May and got burned by Walnut Creek heat. Let's try Lime again but a month earlier! We'll still meet at Mike Hess Brewing but at 9am and roll for the trails no later than 9:30am. Following the ride we'll meet back at Mike Hess for some post ride beverages and even some snacks.
As always this is a supported, no drop ride free and open to the public led by experienced ride leaders. Riders of all skill levels are welcome but you must be able to ride 8-10 miles with 1000 ft of elevation. No first time riders and and a well tuned mountain bike is a must!
Come on out for a spectacular ride--meet some of our BTCEB board members, support the club. Post ride discussions are a great way to learn about our advocacy efforts, hear about trail stewardship opportunities, and learn about other ways you can participate.
Parking @ 2125 Oak Grove Rd #124, Walnut Creek, CA 94598
This parking lot is across the street from Mike Hess BreweryLet's meet at 9am and roll at 9:30am
Not a member of BTCEB? Now's a great time to join (or renew) your membership.
See you there!
Oh--and do us a favor and sign our e-waiver ahead of time!
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BTCEB JOAQUIN MILLER TRAIL WORK DAY, SUNDAY April 26, 2026
Redwood Bowl, 10060 Skyline Drive, Oakland, CA, USJoin the Bicycle Trails Council of the East Bay (BTCEB) for a morning of trail work at Joaquin Miller Park in Oakland. We'll work on the Cinderella Trail.
We'll supply the tools, snacks and beverages. Please bring gloves, water bottle, sturdy shoes and wear long sleeves and pants if you are concerned with poison oak.
To find out more about volunteer opportunities like this, become a BTCEB member. It's easy to join at BTCEB.org.
LOCATION:
Redwood Bowl Parking Lot, adjacent to the Metropolitan Horseman's Association (MHA) Building on Skyline Blvd.https://maps.app.goo.gl/r2mhjUPf5vwFmtEh7
10060 Skyline Blvd, Oakland, CA 94611
RAIN CANCELS
If you have questions, you can email trails@btceb.org
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Ride Like a Girl – Women's MTB Ride – Location TBD
Location not specified yetThis is just a save-the-date placeholder. Details of the ride are posted a few weeks before the event.
But some things are certain: the mission of Ride Like a Girl is to have fun, learn new trails and meet other women (cis, trans and femme) who love to mountain bike. We’ll take care of you: these are stress-free rides where no one is left behind.
Please bring your mountain bike, obviously, in good working condition. (No ebikes, please. Ride Like a Girl is strictly muscle-powered.) Whether you’re running tubeless tires or not, please make sure you have a spare inner tube to fit your wheels, plenty of water and some food for the trail. We always hang out for a while after the ride, so bring along your favorite beverages and snacks if you feel like it. And a chair!
If you need a ride, or want to set up a carpool, leave a comment and we'll see what the group can come up with.
And please consider joining BTCEB. We are much more than a group that puts on rides. BTCEB tirelessly advocates for better bike access on trails in the East Bay and we need your support. Join today at https://btceb.org/join-us/.
If you have questions, ask 'em below and we’ll get right back to you.
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