Out in far west Texas lies the beautifully diverse city of El Paso. Best known for its 300+ days of sunshine, charming hospitality, and for boasting a mountain in the middle of its city limits, El Paso is an outdoor adventurer’s best-kept secret when it comes to enjoying all things cycling.

Scenic Cycling Trails for All Levels

El Paso offers a diverse range of cycling trails that cater to all skill levels, offering both road and mountain-biking experiences. The city’s road cycling routes span dozens of miles, winding through the streets of downtown and scenic paths like the Transmountain Highway. For those who prefer mountain biking, the rugged terrain of the Franklin Mountains State Park provides a thrilling ride with trails that challenge even the most experienced cyclists.

Where to Find Essential Gear and Services

The cycling community in El Paso wouldn’t be complete without the essential gear and services to keep riders on the move. El Paso is home to several popular cycling-related businesses that specialize in all things cycling.

The El Paso Puzzler

In addition to daily trail rides and urban routes, one of the region’s most anticipated cycling events is the annual El Paso Puzzler. This endurance mountain-bike race is held in the northern reaches of the Franklin Mountains and is organized by the Borderland Mountain Bike Association.

Event Overview - The Puzzler offers multiple distance options: 15 miles, 35 miles, and a 50-mile course. - It’s described as “One of the biggest MTB races in the region.” - The terrain is XC (cross-country) style and considered “EPIC” by many mountain bikers, with challenging climbs and technical sections. - The event has been running since around 2006 and welcomes a wide range of riders. - Venue is listed as Bowen Ranch Roundhouse, El Paso, TX 79924.

Why It Matters for El Paso’s Cycling Community

• The Puzzler event underscores the depth of the mountain-bike offering in El Paso — beyond the casual ride, there is serious off-road challenge.
• For visitors or locals alike, it’s an example of how El Paso blends outdoor adventure with community, tourism, and sport-event culture.

Whether you’re exploring trails along the Rio Grande, tackling the urban-to-rural transition rides, or gearing up for the technical ascents in the Franklin Mountains, El Paso offers a rich cycling palette. Add into the mix a marquee mountain-bike race like the El Paso Puzzler, and you have not just trails, but events, community, challenge and destination appeal.

So grab your helmet, tune those gears, and whether you’re out for a scenic ride or training for the next Puzzler, El Paso truly is a cyclist’s paradise.