Rotating Salida-area trailheads (see SMT calendar)
Beginner-friendlyNo-dropFreeSummer
The big weekend work parties on the trails right out of Salida — no experience required, all skill levels welcome. A great way to meet the local riding and hiking community (Salida is a 2026 IMBA Trail Town).
Rotating Buena Vista trailheads (Midland, River Park, Turtle Rock & more)
Beginner-friendlyNo-dropFreeSummer
Weekly evening dig nights that rotate among BV trailheads — repairing erosion, clearing debris, trimming overgrowth. Check the BVSC events page for the week’s location.
Every other Thursday, 5:30–7:30pm · May–September · light-duty weeknight trail maintenance
Rotating Salida-area trailheads (see SMT calendar)
Beginner-friendlyNo-dropFreeSummer
Smaller after-work sessions — raking, clearing drains, opening corridor. Tools and training provided; confirm which Thursday and which trailhead on the SMT calendar.
Saturday mornings, 7am · summer · ~12–15 mile group ride from the BV trailhead
Buena Vista trailhead
FreeSummer
A community singletrack ride that meets early to beat the heat; pace and route vary. Confirm the current meeting spot and start time via BVSC before heading out.