Things To Do on an eBike in San Benito County, CA
San Benito County e-bike riding centers on Hollister Hills State Vehicular Recreation Area, where California State Parks lists Class 1 and Class 2 e-bikes on the Nature Area and Mudstone Ranch non-motorized trail systems.
The directory lists Off the Chain Bikes.
Where to ride in San Benito County
Focus on the published non-motorized e-bike areas first; motorized ranch zones follow separate SVRA rules and maps.
1. Hollister Hills Nature Area and Mudstone Ranch
California State Parks Hollister Hills hiking, bicycling and equestrian page describes the Nature Area as a 300-acre area with approximately 5 miles of non-motorized trails for hiking and bicycling, entered from the back of Madrone Campground off 7800 Cienega Road in Hollister. Mudstone Ranch offers 13 miles of non-motorized trails shared by equestrians, hikers and mountain bikers. The same page states that Class 1 and Class 2 e-bicycles are allowed at Mudstone Ranch and in the Nature Area.
California State Parks eBike rules at Hollister Hills
Use Class 1 or Class 2 e-bikes on Nature Area and Mudstone Ranch as posted on the SVRA page. California State Parks e-bike unit table also lists Class 1 access across Hollister Hills areas including Mudstone Ranch and the Nature Area; confirm Class 2 and Class 3 limits on motorized ranch zones before you leave the non-motorized buffers. Vehicle Code 312.5 defines Class 1, Class 2 and Class 3 electric bicycles.
Half-day and full-day eBike plans
Half day: Ride the Nature Area's approximately 5 miles of non-motorized trails out and back from Madrone Campground.
Full day: Add Mudstone Ranch's 13 miles of non-motorized trails, yielding to equestrians and hikers, then return before park closing.
What not to ride in San Benito County
Pinnacles National Park trails. Those are not Hollister Hills SVRA non-motorized bike corridors.
Class 3 e-bikes on Nature Area or Mudstone Ranch without a posted allowance. The SVRA page cited here allows Class 1 and Class 2 in those areas.
Out-of-county Bay Area day trips framed as San Benito rides. Those templates are not Hollister Hills.
When to ride San Benito County
Non-motorized SVRA trails ride year-round in fair weather. Summer heat and dusty ranch surfaces argue for early starts and water.
eBike shop hubs
Off the Chain Bikes is the directory's San Benito County shop card. Call about repairs before you drive.
Other local service contacts
Frequently asked questions
How many non-motorized trail miles does Mudstone Ranch list?
13 miles of non-motorized trails.
How many non-motorized trail miles does the Nature Area list?
Approximately 5 miles.
Which e-bike classes are allowed at Mudstone Ranch and the Nature Area?
Class 1 and Class 2 e-bicycles per the Hollister Hills SVRA page.
Where is the Nature Area entrance?
At the back of Madrone Campground after entering 7800 Cienega Road in Hollister.
Which shop is listed for San Benito County?
The directory lists Off the Chain Bikes.
Is Pinnacles a substitute for Hollister Hills trails?
No. Ride the published SVRA Nature Area and Mudstone Ranch corridors.
All eBike shops in San Benito County
See the San Benito County eBike shops and repair contacts page for the full directory, and our California eBike laws guide for state rules.