What we’re about
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.
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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 (4+)
See all- BTCEB CROCKETT HILLS TRAIL WORK DAY, Thursday May 1, 2025401 Cummings Skyway, Martinez, CA
Join the Bicycle Trails Council of the East Bay (BTCEB) for a morning of trail work at Crockett Hills Regional Park. Most likely we'll be working on Sugar City doing a berm & roller rebuild, drain improvement, and some select veg work where the mower doesn't reach. You can bring a bike if you like but we'll probably leave them at the top of Sugar City as we'll be walking tools in.
SPACE IS LIMITED SO PLEASE RSVP. The park district is restricting this event to BTCEB members. If you're not a member it's easy to join at BTCEB.org.
If you get caught up in traffic that morning or delayed or have to cancel late, give me a call or text so we can manage the gate. Scott Bartlebaugh - 925-813-0472
LOCATION:
• Where: Meet: at the Crockett Ranch Gate (78-15) on Cummings Skyway, NOT IN THE STAGING PARKING LOT OFF CROCKETT BLVD. (https://www.google.com/maps/dir/38.0286259,-122.2067254//@38.0378201,-122.2137206,14z) off Cummings Skyway (see “directions” and linked map) no later than 9 am.; parking will be available inside the gate.
• Directions:
◦ From I-80: take the Cummings Skyway exit and head SE (uphill, towards Martinez / Hwy 4). The trailhead will be on your right, 2.2 miles from I-80 (.7 miles past the Cummings Skyway / Crockett Blvd intersection / stoplight)
◦ From Hwy 4: take the Cummings Skyway exit and head NW (towards Crockett / I-80). The trailhead will be on your left, 1.3 miles from Hwy 4OTHER NOTES:
• Attire: Bring work gloves. Dress in layers to accommodate changing weather. We'll plan on working from about 9 till about 1 pm. If 1 pm is tool late you can leave earlier.• Equipment: Implements / tools will be provided
• Bring water.If you have questions you can email trails@btceb.org
Scott Bartlebaugh - 925-813-0472
If you get caught up in traffic that morning or delayed, give me a call or text so we can manage the gate.
