December 23, 2025 – Florida's Native Son

While Florida is often pictured as a land of flat coastal plains, its mountain biking scene tells a much more rugged story. For those seeking “off-trail” style adventures—meaning technical, unpaved singletrack that deviates from traditional paved cycling paths—the state offers a surprising variety of elevation and intensity.

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1. The Pro-Level Peaks of Santos (Ocala) Widely considered the epicenter of Florida mountain biking, Santos offers over 80 miles of singletrack that range from beginner-friendly flow to the expert-only Vortex area. The Vortex is built in a former limerock quarry, featuring massive drops, wall rides, and technical features that feel more like the mountains […]