2. Turn the Trail Into a Game or Story (Safely)
This one is for the dreamers and imaginative ones!
Give the ride a mission, or let your kid come up with a story on the route.
Need help getting started? Consider fun ideas like “spot five animal tracks,” “count wooden bridges,” “find the muddiest puddle,” or choose an arbitrary landmark as the finish line.
A simple scavenger hunt keeps younger riders engaged between exciting trail features, and many bike trails also have fun ones to incorporate. You can also see our collection of outdoor activities for kids for more game ideas that can be adapted for a ride.
Just make sure to keep the game fair and safe, including following all the rules of the road and park guidelines.
7 Ways to Make Mountain Biking More Fun for Kids
Mountain biking becomes much more appealing to kids when the ride feels like play rather than a workout or a lesson.
Small choices such as letting children help plan the route, adding games, inviting friends, and stopping for snacks can turn an ordinary trail session into an adventure they will be excited to repeat.
