Class 1 Pedal-Assist E-Bikes
On December 8th, 2025 the Forest Service announced a final decision to allow class 1 pedal-assist e-bike usage on select trails in the Deschutes National Forest (DNF).
Click to read more about this decision, learn about e-bikes, and learn about COTA’s role in this.
COTA 2025 PLANS
The Central Oregon Trail Alliance (COTA) has exciting plans for 2025 that aim to enhance the outdoor experience for both locals and visitors alike. We are focusing on expanding our trail systems, improving existing trails, and fostering community engagement through various initiatives. These plans also include collaborations with local organizations and governmental agencies to promote sustainable practices in our outdoor spaces. Our commitment to maintaining and enhancing the natural beauty of Central Oregon remains a priority as we look toward the future.
COTA 2024 Accomplishments
In 2024, the Central Oregon Trail Alliance (COTA) achieved numerous significant milestones that contributed to the enhancement and preservation of the region's trail systems. These accomplishments included organizing community events that fostered engagement and awareness among outdoor enthusiasts, as well as successfully completing several important trail construction and maintenance projects. The collective efforts of volunteers played a crucial role in ensuring the sustainability and accessibility of trails for cyclists, hikers, and other outdoor recreation enthusiasts. Overall, COTA's dedication to trail advocacy strengthened the organization’s mission and further enriched the experience of those who explore Central Oregon's beautiful landscapes.
Cline Butte
COTA partnered with the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) to improve the Cline Butte and Cascade View trail systems. The goal was to build new mountain bike trails, reroute existing trails that extended onto private property, and install signage throughout the Cline Butte trail system. Phase 1 of this project was completed in 2024 by trail builder Ethan Ware.
Tiddlywinks Upgrade
The heavy lifting for this project has been contracted out to Dirt Mechanics, aka Paul Lissette, aka Kiwi Paul. If you are an avid mountain biker you surely have ridden and loved a trail he has built with his crew in Bend, Mt. Bachelor, Spence Mountain, or even New Zealand to name a few. COTA volunteers have also taken on a share of the load on the upper section of the new work as well and will be tasked with maintaining the new work. The timing of the work going into a dry summer was driven by a variety of circumstances. The recent work began as the snow melted and we even had some snowfall at the start of the project. For this section, we had a narrow window to get machine work completed between the snow melt and typical summer IFPL restrictions.