MTB the MDH and get out in the thick of nature
Ride high and admire the breathtaking views all around
Enjoy a summer adventure in North Dakota
Mountain bike North Dakota in a friendly group
Get fitted out and ride a beauty through North Dakota

Maah Daah Hey Singletrack

Duration
5 days
From
$1,625 USD

Mountain bike North Dakota on the incredible 140-mile long Maah Daah Hey Trail (MDH) over 5 days exploring the wild Dakota Badlands. While North Dakota might immediately conjure up images of brutal whiteouts and bitter cold, summers here are perfectly comfortable. With average temperatures in the upper 70s, the Maah Daah Hey Trail (140-miles west of Bismarck, the state capital) consistently provides a powerfully enjoyable experience. “It was here,” Teddy Roosevelt said, in 1903, “that the romance of my life began.” Located adjacent to the National Park named in Roosevelt’s honor, the 140-mile long Maah Daah Hey Trail, or MDH is one of the lengthiest stretches of continuous trail in America.

  • Category
    Mountain Biking
  • Type
    Fully Guided
  • Duration
    5 days
  • Culture Level
    Familiar
  • Skill Level
    3 - Intermediate
  • Activity Level
    3 - Active
  • Elevation
    3 - Intermediate
  • Terrain
    Rugged
  • Distance
    113.1 miles
  • Avg. Daily Distance
    22.6 miles
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  • Where does the tour start and end?

    The tour starts and ends in Medora, North Dakota. Meet at 9am at the Dakota Cyclery in Medora. You will return to Dakota Cyclery around 2:00pm on the last day

    Fly in/out of Williston Basin International Airport (XWA).


  • How long is the tour? How many days cycling?

    The tour is 5 days long with 5 days of cycling.

  • Can you tell me about the food on tour?

    Food is a big part of the experience. The guides prepare all of your meals on the camping trip. Expect three delicious meals a day consisting entirely of freshly prepared foods. These include fresh organic fruits and vegetables as well as meats. There will also be energy snacks aboard the support vehicles. Don’t be surprised if your guides purchase fresh fruits and healthy snacks throughout the day while you are out riding. They may just show up on the trail with a local treat!

    Many guests are vegans or vegetarians, whom the tour operator is more than happy to accommodate. If you have special diet requirements or limitations, just let us know when you sign-up and the tour operator will work with you to meet your needs.

  • Do I need to bring my own camping gear?

    Camping gear may be rented or you may bring your own. The tour operator's camp gear package includes a three-man tent with ground tarp, sleeping bag, bag liner, full size pillow, raised cot and self-inflating ground pad.

  • Are there any limits on what I should bring?

    Luggage is limited to one small soft-shelled suitcase or medium/large sized duffel bag (no heavier than 40 pounds). Please ensure your luggage container is water repellant. The tour operator also suggests bringing a hydration daypack or small backpack for valuables.

  • How should I prepare for the trip?

    For optimal physical preparation, the tour operator recommends that you ride at least several hours per week during the month preceding the tour. During the tour, you will be on your bike every day, and they can assure you that an unprepared bottom is a sore one! If you can’t ride your bike or don’t own one, take a spin class at your local gym a few times a week.


  • What is the operator's environmental stance?

    They don’t just preach environmental awareness, they live it. The tour operator recycles 90% of our waste and run their LEED Platinum facilities with solar and wind power. Additionally, their facilities are net-zero energy (they produce more energy than is consumed) which makes them the only commercial outfitter in the world who is net positive energy.

  • What's the tour like?

    The tour is classified as moderate with a Fitness Level 3-4 and Technical Level 2-4.

    This tour is suitable for solo riders, couples and friends.

  • Are bikes available to hire?

    Yes. Make your trip as comfortable as possible on the body, as simple as possible for traveling, and hassle-free on tour. By choosing to rent a bike, the tour operator will fit you with the newest, highest quality gear in the industry.

    The tour operator provides only high-end bicycles from Santa Cruz and Specialized. They replace their rental fleet each season to ensure all rentals meet their high standards. All of the mountain bikes are equipped with full suspension frames and disc brakes designed for a smooth, comfortable ride.

Overall Rating:
5.0/5
Vacation48164
(Review obtained from Trip Advisor)

This is my fifth trip with [the tour operator]. Once again the trip was a blast. Well organized and guides Merrick, Troy and Katy were amazing. Excellent food as always. Beautiful tour through the North Dakota badlands.

joeboehme
(Review obtained from Trip Advisor)

Excellent adventure on the Maah Daah Hey, Merrick and Tori were awesome with everything. Knowledge of cycling and camp food prep was top notch.

Mark S
(Review obtained from Trip Advisor)

We had a great adventure in the North Dakota Badlands with our guides from [the tour operator]. Their trail knowledge and bike mechanic skills were spot on. The meals they prepared were excellent and the guides were fun.