These seven routes provide a progression of skill-building opportunities, from gentle Henderson trails to more challenging terrain. They help adults gain confidence, endurance, balance, and safe outdoor biking skills at a comfortable pace.

Bike Camp Route Favorites are safe, well-maintained asphalt paved trails.

Among the popular daily bike routes are the Clark County Wetlands Trail  and RMLT River Mountains Loop Trail. 

The morning bike routes allow plenty of conditioning rides such as the Wetlands trail from the Sunrise Trailhead to Lake Las Vegas.

Bike camp cyclists with good endurance enjoy riding the RMLT-River Mountains Loop Trail CLOCKWISE from the Water treatment plant to Lake Mead Pkwy. 

The Wetlands Connector Trail, Lake Mead Parkway Trail, Boulder Highway Trail, Burkholder, and Railroad Pass Trails offer shorter segments that can be built upon for longer endurance rides. Learn effective use of bicycle gears, when and how to shift. Build on safe riding skills while gaining confidence, strength, and endurance. Before you join a bike group or risk unsafe and unfulfilling rides, attend a daily bike retreat. Even if you haven’t ridden a bicycle since childhood, you can count on the old saying, “It comes back like riding a bike.”

Be sure your biking skills are compatible with the trail challenges. See the videos!

Before you ride one of these trails, be sure your biking skills are compatible with the challenges.  Click on the hyperlinks to view video documentaries of these trails taken by GoPro over the handlebars, by yours truly. I will educate you on what to expect so you can make a good decision for yourself.

Some riders are safer riding a trike. The adult tricycles are available for anyone who needs to build balance and confidence while getting fit.

Competition cycling and road bikes are not included in the bike camp. Nor will be risky technical mountain biking.

While some of the routes are good trails for fitness biking, others require a more intermediate skill level. The routes will not focus on highly technical challenges for the advanced cyclist. Competition cycling and road bikes are not included in the bike camp. If you want to start biking for the first time or just to regain fitness through cycling, get outside and discover the bike trail system.

Orientation will begin with bike size, seat post adjustment, and proper wearing of the bike helmet. Suggested attire is compression garments and padded bike shorts. Beginning rides will be done on single-speed beach cruisers to activate leg strength and cardiovascular conditioning. Riders progress to 26″ mountain bikes which are safer with better tire traction than road bikes. Proper use of hand brakes and gear shifting enables proper use of bicycle technique.

Biking Camp Route Favorites | RMLT- Burkholder Connector Trail View North

Biking Camp Route Favorites | RMLT- Burkholder Connector Trail View North

Biking Camp Route Favorites

Biking Camp route favorites include seven of the safest, most scenic, and most purposeful paved trails in Southern Nevada. Each route contributes to confidence-building, endurance, balance, and outdoor bike-handling skills for adults returning to fitness or riding outdoors for the first time. These routes are carefully selected to match ability levels, offer progressive challenges, and ensure rider safety throughout the Biking Camp experience.

Bike Camp Orientation

Riders begin with an orientation covering bike size, seat height, and proper helmet fit. Suggested attire includes compression garments and padded bike shorts for comfort. All beginners start on single-speed beach cruisers to activate leg strength and establish smooth pedaling mechanics. As confidence grows, riders transition to 26″ mountain bikes, which offer better traction and safer handling than road bikes. Adult tricycles remain available for anyone who needs additional balance support while gaining cardiovascular conditioning.

7 Best Biking Camp Routes for Confident Outdoor Riding

These seven routes form the core of Biking Camp training. They offer predictable surfaces, progressive elevations, scenic enjoyment, and varied terrain to match each rider’s stage of development. Four of the seven routes are official Henderson trails, known for their safety, maintenance, and favorable riding conditions.

1. Clark County Wetlands Trail

The Clark County Wetlands Trail is not a beginner path. Although sections appear smooth, the trail includes sudden ups and downs, blind corners, uneven transitions, and an extremely steep challenge hill that sends many cyclists walking their bikes uphill. These features demand strong situational awareness and confident bike handling. For Biking Camp riders, this route is introduced only after essential skills are established on safer Henderson trails. Its unpredictable nature provides advanced training in shifting terrain, managing momentum, and maintaining stability in real outdoor conditions.

2. River Mountains Loop Trail (RMLT) – Counterclockwise Victory Challenge (Henderson)

Part of the Henderson trail network, this counterclockwise segment is the signature Biking Camp milestone. Clockwise riding is significantly easier with more g-force downhills rather than the climbing challenges of riding counterclockwise. The infamous Three Sisters hill challenge makes this exceptionally difficult and many cyclists avoid it. Riders encounter steady climbing, sweeping desert views, and rewarding downhill glides. Completing the Victory Challenge represents a major accomplishment, reflecting real improvements in strength, cardiovascular fitness, outdoor handling skills, and mental confidence.

3. Wetlands Connector Trail (Henderson)

This Henderson connector path links multiple regional trails while offering a protected, paved corridor for skill development. Riders practice braking technique, gear shifting, scanning ahead, and maintaining predictable movement—core habits required for safe outdoor cycling. It serves as a transitional route for building confidence before tackling more variable terrain.

4. Lake Mead Parkway Trail (Henderson)

A well-maintained Henderson trail ideal for developing endurance at a steady, comfortable pace. Riders focus on smooth pedal strokes, controlled breathing, and consistency over longer distances. This trail provides a natural progression from shorter introductory rides to more sustained cardiovascular conditioning sessions.

5. Boulder Highway Trail (Henderson)

Another Henderson trail designed for controlled mileage and aerobic conditioning. Its predictable terrain allows riders to build cardiovascular endurance, learn pacing strategies, and experience steady-state riding without technical hazards. This route is especially effective for adults returning to activity who want structured, measurable progress.

6. Burkholder Trail

A paved climb and descent that safely introduces riders to elevation changes. This route strengthens the legs, teaches pacing on inclines, and provides valuable practice with controlled downhill riding. Burkholder helps riders develop the confidence needed for handling grade variations on longer routes.

7. Railroad Pass Trail

A scenic paved route with a manageable grade, ideal for building stamina and steady pacing. Riders refine gear management, endurance, and pedaling efficiency while enjoying uplifting desert views. This route reinforces consistent fitness habits and supports longer, uninterrupted riding efforts.

Biking Camp Training Principles

Before riders join group outings or attempt unfamiliar terrain, Biking Camp ensures a solid foundation of safety and skill. Instruction covers proper braking technique, when and how to shift gears, balance strategies, scanning ahead, and predictable trail etiquette. These lessons reduce anxiety and empower adults to enjoy outdoor movement without feeling unsafe or overwhelmed.

Whether someone is biking for the first time or returning after many years, the Biking Camp environment provides structured progression and supportive coaching. Each of the seven routes offers a purposeful training experience, contributing to confidence, fitness, and the overall joy of outdoor riding.

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Biking Camp Training Principles

Before riders join group outings or attempt unfamiliar terrain, Biking Camp ensures a solid foundation of safety and skill. Instruction covers proper braking technique, when and how to shift gears, balance strategies, scanning ahead, and predictable trail etiquette. These lessons reduce anxiety and empower adults to enjoy outdoor movement without feeling unsafe or overwhelmed.

E-bikes in particular require strong bike-handling skills. Because e-bikes accelerate quickly and maintain speed with very little effort, riders must learn safe starting, stopping, cornering, and hazard awareness to stay stable and in control on outdoor trails.

If you’re looking for a simple way to improve your bike-handling skills without committing to a full program, a focused Smart Cycling 3-Hour Lesson can make a meaningful difference in just one afternoon. This standalone session is available to anyone wanting practical instruction before riding local trails or joining community bike activities.
Learn more here: https://debrastefan.com/adult-bicycle-class/

Why Consider the Smart Cycling 3-Hour Lesson?

Top 5 Reasons Adults Benefit From a Standalone Bike-Handling Session

1. Get safer and more confident on your own bike
The session offers hands-on practice in balancing, steering, controlled stopping, turning, and handling surprises—skills every adult rider can use immediately.

2. Prevent common crashes on multi-use paths
Riders learn scanning techniques, situational awareness, and safe lane positioning to avoid collisions with cyclists, walkers, pets, and unexpected obstacles.

3. Essential for e-bike owners who ride at higher speeds
E-bikes accelerate quickly and require sharper handling. The session teaches speed control, stable cornering, and proper braking to maintain safety at assisted speeds.

4. Refresh skills if you haven’t ridden in years
Adults returning to biking after long gaps often benefit from a skill tune-up before joining group rides or attempting longer routes.

5. Perfect for those who want instruction without a long-term commitment
The Smart Cycling lesson delivers clear, practical skills in a single three-hour session—ideal for anyone who wants focused learning without attending a multi-day program.

If you want a clear, confidence-building start to your riding journey, the Smart Cycling 3-Hour Lesson provides practical skills you can use immediately.
Learn more or schedule your standalone session here: https://debrastefan.com/adult-bicycle-class/

If you’re ready for a complete lifestyle reset with daily outdoor rides, whole-food meals, and personalized coaching, the 30-Day Biking Fitness Retreat offers a private, immersive experience in Henderson.
Reserve your retreat here: https://debrastefan.com/biking-retreat-in-las-vegas/

Whether someone is biking for the first time or returning after many years, the Biking Camp environment provides structured progression and supportive coaching. Each of the seven routes offers a purposeful training experience, contributing to confidence, fitness, and the overall joy of outdoor riding.