Explore

Oregon Outback

by Fat Bicycle

SPIN OUT

Discover timeless beauty on forgotten trails for all ages and abilities

HALF DAY

Up to 3 hours

Ancient outback

PAISLEY CAVES

Semi-firm and forgiving desert surface backroads explore the renowned archaeological site. Lunch amidst pre-history and then take a dip at Summer Lake Hot Springs on the way back to town.

EASY DIFFICULTY
10-16 MILES
~100' ELV GAIN

SUMMER LAKE

EAST SIDE

Serene desert bliss

Truly get away from it all cruising north along the "quiet side of the lake" on 30 miles of soft natural desert surface. Returns can be out-and-back or via shuttle from the Summer Lake rest area.

EASY DIFFICULTY
UP TO 30 MILES
900' ELV GAIN

OTT-MORGAN BUTTE DOWNHILL

The 10-mile downhill trail drops from scenic Morgan Butte Fire Lookout along desolate forest singletrack to the Chewaucan River canyon, with 8 miles along a quiet river road back to Paisley.

MODERATE DIFFICULTY
18 MILES
2,800' ELV DESCENT

The locals' favorite

FULL DAY

Up to 6 hours

SUMMER LAKE LOOP

The classic

Ride the "quiet side" of Summer Lake and lunch in a wildlife viewing area, and then enjoy a wind-permitting relaxing pedal back on Highway 31, with a Summer Lake Hot Springs dip to renew the final stretch.

HARD DIFFICULTY
60 MILES
1,200' ELV GAIN

WILDCAT LOOP

Rugged, desolate fun

Take a desert trip into the remote and barren mountains, up and along the base of Wildcat Ridge to Sharp Top,

where few venture but nearly all return.

HARD DIFFICULTY
30 MILES
2,000' ELV GAIN

OTT-MOSS PASS-PAISLEY

Views for days

Take the Morgan Butte Downhill, add brilliant miles of climbing, stunning wildflower meadows, and more solitude, and get all-around awesome cross-country riding with a postcard lunch spot.

MODERATE DIFFICULTY
26 MILES
1,500' ELV GAIN, 3,000'+ DESCENT

COGLAN BUTTES-ABERT LAKE

Beauty in solitude

Explore multiple remote routes and rides that traverse a variety of rock and sandy desert landscapes. Get in touch for the best time to ride.

MODERATE-HARD DIFFICULTY
UP TO 200 MILES
VARIABLE ELV GAIN

OREGON TIMBER TRAIL SAMPLER

Trail heads delight

Pick and choose flavors of the trail

from the miles of varied and scenic

Fremont Tier of the OTT.

Distance and locations based on ability.

VARIABLE DIFFICULTY
UP TO 100 MILES
VARIABLE ELV GAIN

CUSTOMIZE THE RIDE

Choose your own adventure

Drop by for a chat or give us a call

and we'll come up with a ride

that's best for you and groups

of all ages and fitness abilities.

Also available as a half-day.

VARIABLE DIFFICULTY
UP TO 100 MILES
VARIABLE ELV GAIN

See a typical tour itinerary

The dry side —

remote highs

wild horizons

sanctuary in solitude

SERVICES

BICYCLE REPAIR

We have a full-service bicycle repair and maintenance shop
to serve the direct Paisley-Summer Lake region,
Oregon Timber Trail, and Oregon Desert Trail users.

BICYCLE RENTAL

Great on trails and soft desert surfaces. Ride a true fat bike and roll over everything with less effort. We have a growing supply of sizes and models of high-quality Surly steel bicycles.

4 HOURS = $45

24 HOURS = $55

PICKUP/DELIVERY TO HOT SPRINGS = $15

SHUTTLE

Get dropped off at the top so you can bomb down,

or schedule point-to-point pickups.

RESUPPLY DROP

Use us to receive and secure supply re-ups for trips
on the Oregon Timber Trail and Oregon Desert Trail.

GET IN TOUCH TO ARRANGE BEFORE SENDING

We power safe and inspiring outdoor experiences for cyclists of all speeds and creeds.

I fell in love riding the Sierra as a kid and have been commuting, cruising, and exploring mountain and desert trail ever since. Off pedal, I teach woodshop and tinker on bikes.

- Michael, owner & guide

COME SAY HI

We're the last house in town on the right—

swing around to the back.

SHOP HOURS

Monday 10 AM - 5 PM

Wednesday 10 AM - 5 PM

Friday 10 AM - 5 PM

Or by appointment

LET'S PLAN YOUR TRIP

>> paisleyadventure@gmail.com

>> 541.219.6659