AMBC Launches Curated Knoxville, TN Mountain Bike Routes
November 6, 2026

AMBC bike trail; image submitted

KNOXVILLE - Appalachian Mountain Bike Club (AMBC), a chapter of the Southern Off-Road Bicycle Association (SORBA), is excited to announce the launch of its curated mountain bike routes for the Tennessee Department of Tourist Development’s Bike Tennessee program. Developed in collaboration with SORBA, this expansion builds upon the state’s existing road and gravel cycling offerings and features 11 mountain biking hubs across Tennessee.

AMBC is Knoxville’s local mountain bike nonprofit, dedicated to building, maintaining, and stewarding roughly 100 miles of multi-use trails in the area. Recognized as an IMBA Trail Town earlier this year, Knoxville has become a hub for mountain biking, with more than 250 miles of trails within 30 miles of downtown.

Visitors can now explore AMBC’s featured routes through Bike Tennessee’s statewide collection of trail systems, highlighting trails for all skill levels, from beginner to advanced, along with local insights to help plan their trip.

Bike Tennessee will be celebrating this launch at AMBC's 17th Annual Fall Festival, coming up November 6th and 7th at Baker Creek Preserve in South Knoxville. AMBC's Fall Fest is at free community event with group rides, live music, kids activities and rides, competitions, vendors from across the country, a silent auction and bike raffle, a silent disco, and more — all are welcome, riders and non-riders alike. Learn more at FallFest.AMBCKnox.org.

"Our Trail Crew and volunteers put countless hours into building and caring for Knoxville’s trails. We’re excited to partner with Bike Tennessee to welcome more riders to our community, share local knowledge, and encourage visitors to explore responsibly, take care of the trails, and support the local businesses that make Knoxville such a great place to ride,” said Catey McClary, President of AMBC.

"It is a great honor to share the work of our chapters across Tennessee in partnership with the Tennessee Department of Tourist Development. Throughout the state, there are incredible places to experience the outdoors on a bike. By adding mountain biking and highlighting our chapters through Bike Tennessee, we will increase awareness of the work our volunteer-driven local chapters accomplish. We cannot wait for you to visit, ride, and enjoy what this great state has to offer,” said Philip Darden, Executive Director of SORBA.

Tennessee is home to approximately 2,000 miles of singletrack, and mountain biking is a proven economic driver for local communities. According to a 2025 study from the Trust for Public Land (TPL), mountain biking tourists spend an average of $416 per visit, providing direct revenue to local businesses. By guiding visiting and resident riders directly to curated routes, Bike Tennessee helps direct outdoor tourism dollars straight into Knoxville’s local economy.

Riders exploring the new mountain bike routes on Bike Tennessee and AMBC’s website will find detailed overviews of Knoxville’s top riding areas, including mileage, skill-level recommendations, and navigation through Trailforks. The guides also include seasonal riding advice, wet-weather guidelines, local trail etiquette, and information on the area’s land managers and trail stewardship.

To explore the new routes and plan your trip, visit www.biketn.com or follow Bike Tennessee on Facebook and Instagram. Join the conversation using #BikeTN.

About AMBC

AMBC’s mission is to develop, build, and maintain trails while providing programming to increase access to outdoor recreation. We steward nearly 100 miles of trail in and around Knoxville, TN. As a subordinate chapter of SORBA, AMBC is a nonprofit organization. Learn more at ambcknox.org.

About Southern Off-Road Bicycle Association (SORBA)

SORBA is the largest nonprofit mountain bike advocacy organization in the Southeast. With 47 chapters spanning eight states across the region, it empowers chapters to build great trails and stronger communities across the Southeast. Learn more at sorba.org.

About the Tennessee Department of Tourist Development

The Tennessee Department of Tourist Development (TDTD) is dedicated to driving economic growth and tourism in all 95 counties. TDTD’s global marketing efforts increase visitation to Tennessee, which boosts tax revenue, creates jobs and attracts new investment across the state. Tennessee is a global destination of choice offering visitors world-class music, live entertainment, family-friendly experiences, charming communities, innovative and classic culinary creations, renowned scenic beauty and outdoor adventure—all centered at the crossroads of rich history and unrivaled hospitality. Vacations “sound perfect” in Tennessee. Visit TNVacation.com and follow @TNVacation on social media for travel inspiration.