In the 1990s, mountain bikers in Greater Cincinnati had very few locations to ride singletrack mountain bike trails for recreational use. CORA was founded in 1996 by a group of dedicated riders with the purpose of building and advocating for more miles of off-road trails. In 2012, CORA joined the International Mountain Bike Association (IMBA) to extend its reach for advocacy.
Since 2014, CORA has worked to change the discussion about trails in the community by building sustainable and connected trail systems. CORA's has become highly respected not just for the work done in the woods, but for the countless hours spent navigating political processes and developing trail access for all in our region.
Today, the Cincinnati Off-Road Alliance maintains 115 miles of multi-use natural surface trails for mountain bikers, hikers and trail runners. The CORA Board of Directors advocates and partners with local organizations to expand the region’s trail network, connecting the communities of Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky.
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CORA is dedicated to mobilizing resources and fostering community awareness, action, and education to serve as the catalyst for a vibrant outdoor culture centered on natural surface trails. We focus on enhancing engagement, connectivity, and stewardship of our natural environments within Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky.
Our Vision: Our vision is to enhance and ensure the availability of accessible, sustainable, and equitable natural surface trails for all residents and visitors of Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky, promoting environmental conservation and a thriving outdoor community.
