Singletrack
Ride Guides and Trail Log stories about Singletrack.
Ride Guide · Chattanooga, Tennessee
Stringers Ridge
A narrative field feature spotlighting Stringers Ridge — a 92‑acre urban-wilderness park above the Tennessee River. This guide covers how to get there, what the riding and trail character feel like, route choices and key features, safety and etiquette, and how Stringers Ridge fits into Chattanooga’s wider trail network. Practical “before you go” caveats and FAQs help you plan a safe, fun visit.
Ride Guide · Chattanooga, Tennessee
Raccoon Mountain Trail Network
A field reporter’s guide to riding the stacked-loop singletrack that rims TVA’s reservoir above Chattanooga — how to get there, which lines to pick for your skill level, what the riding feels like, and the practical safety and stewardship notes to plan a successful day on Raccoon Mountain.
Ride Guide · Knoxville, Tennessee
Flow
A detailed, rider-focused feature on Flow — the intermediate, flowy singletrack in the Meads Quarry / Ijams area of Knoxville — with route notes, access, riding character, safety tips and local context. Check local managers for any recent closures or wet‑weather restrictions before you go.
Ride Guide · Knoxville, Tennessee
Ijams Nature Centre
A narrative ride-and-hike feature for Ijams Nature Centre: short, technical singletrack loops around Mead's Quarry, pocket views of the Tennessee River, and clear directions for parking, route options, and safety—ideal for intermediate riders and newcomers ready to progress.
Ride Guide · Knoxville, Tennessee
Knight Fall Gravity
A compact, high-adrenaline downhill jump line carved into Sharps Ridge above Knoxville. This feature-led run rewards committed riders with rhythm, speed and a signature g-out sequence — but it’s short, advanced, and best treated like a local downhill feature rather than a trail network staple.
Ride Guide · Fort Collins, Colorado
Pineridge Natural Area
A close-to-home mountain‑bike and mixed‑use loop that threads ponderosa and prairie above Dixon Reservoir. This feature walks riders through access, route choices, riding character, safety and connections to nearby natural areas.
Ride Guide · Fort Collins, Colorado
Foothills Trail
A 13-mile, point-to-point singletrack that threads Pineridge, Maxwell and Reservoir Ridge natural areas, the Foothills Trail serves up exposed ridgelines, rocky tread and sweeping views of Horsetooth Reservoir and Fort Collins. Technical enough to keep experienced riders honest, it also links to shorter loops and reservoir access — but expect sun, wind and limited services along the way.
Ride Guide · Fort Collins, Colorado
Maxwell's
A compact, rocky singletrack on the north edge of Fort Collins’ foothills — fast descents, short climbs, and a local feel. A practical rider’s guide to reading the line, getting there, and staying safe.
Ride Guide · Fort Collins, Colorado
Reservoir Ridge
A rideable loop and connector on Fort Collins’ western foothills: Reservoir Ridge (≈5 miles) mixes exposed rock, short climbs and big Front Range views. This feature walks you through access, route choices, riding character, and practical safety and etiquette for an intermediate singletrack outing from the Michaud Lane parking area.
Ride Guide · Fort Collins, Colorado
Lory State Park
A narrative feature for riders visiting Lory State Park outside Fort Collins: terrain, route choices from flowy valley loops to steep technical ridgelines, the Corral skills area and practical access, safety and permit information to plan a focused, responsible day on the trails.
Ride Guide · Cedar Mountain, North Carolina
Reasonover Creek Trail
A short, scenic singletrack through Dupont State Recreational Forest that drops to a creek and Lake Julia, then climbs back along mellow ridge singletrack. Best for beginner-to-intermediate riders who expect a creek crossing, some wet technical sections, and several route choices back to the Fawn Lake parking area.
Ride Guide · Bentonville, Arkansas
Rocky Ridge
A short, sharply technical singletrack tucked into Bentonville’s Slaughter Pen—Rocky Ridge is a bench-cut ribbon of rock and roots built for precise riding. This feature walks through how to access the trail, what to expect on the line, how it links into longer loops in the Oz Trails network, and the gear and safety choices that make a fast lap an enjoyable one.
Ride Guide · Brevard, North Carolina
Bracken Preserve
A detailed, rider-focused feature on Bracken Preserve (Brevard, NC): how to get there, what the singletrack rides like, route options that link to Pisgah via FS‑475C, safety and etiquette, and practical before-you-go checks.
Ride Guide · Brevard, North Carolina
Sycamore Cove
A close-to-town Pisgah singletrack that packs steep pitches, rooty climbs and a fast, technical final descent — a short ride that rewards careful line choice and local route knowledge.
Ride Guide · Brevard, North Carolina
Brushy Creek
A compact, punchy singletrack loop tucked into Bracken Preserve just outside downtown Brevard. Brushy Creek rewards a steep pickup of elevation with shaded, well-built trail and a quick connector into Pisgah National Forest — perfect as an after-work lap or as a link into longer Pisgah rides.
Ride Guide · Brevard, North Carolina
Isaac Heath Trail #40
A concise, rider-focused feature that situates Isaac Heath Trail #40 inside DuPont State Recreational Forest, outlines how the short connector rides and links into longer Lake Imaging loops, and gives practical route detail, safety tips, and local ride-combination ideas.
Ride Guide · Brevard, North Carolina
DuPont State Recreational Forest
A rider’s field guide to DuPont State Recreational Forest — how to get there, route choices among 80+ miles, where the slickrock and flow live, and practical safety and access notes before you go.
Ride Guide · Brevard, North Carolina
South Mills River Trail
A detailed riding and access guide to South Mills River Trail (Turkey Pen), covering route character, access notes, river crossings, and safety reminders for visiting Pisgah National Forest.
Ride Guide · Brevard, North Carolina
Brevard-area Pisgah National Forest
A rider's feature on the dense, technical network of singletrack around Brevard, North Carolina — what to expect on the trails, how to get there, suggested loops and skill notes, safety and access reminders, plus local stewardship and planning resources.
Ride Guide · Brevard, North Carolina
Pilot Rock
A gritty, breath-stealing run through Pisgah’s choss — Pilot Rock is short but savage: steep, rock-strewn singletrack that rewards precise line choice and stout tires. This feature walks riders through access options, route character, technical beta, safety and local context so you can ride it smart.
Ride Guide · Mills River, North Carolina
Bradley Creek / 351
A compact, water-heavy singletrack in Pisgah Ranger District where repeated fords, forest shade and variable tread make for a slow, focused ride. Practical route notes, safety pointers, and access context for riders planning a trip.
Ride Guide · Mills River, North Carolina
Pilot Cove-Slate Rocks / 102
A short but stout Pisgah ride that threads creek banks, granite slabs and a scenic loop—best for experienced riders who expect technical rock, limited parking and variable access on Yellow Gap Road.
Ride Guide · Cashiers, North Carolina
Panthertown Valley
A narrative field guide to riding and exploring Panthertown Valley — approach, route character, navigation tips, safety and local stewardship for intermediate mountain bikers in this iconic Nantahala backcountry.
Ride Guide · Cashiers, North Carolina
Riding Ford #450
A compact, punchy singletrack in Panthertown Valley (Nantahala NF) — steep descents, a slickrock river ford and a throat-tight rhododendron climb. Ideal for riders who like technical one-way bursts, but check local access and stream levels before you roll.
Ride Guide · Brevard, North Carolina
Slate Rock (102)
Slate Rock (Trail 102), accessed from Yellow Gap Road near Brevard, NC, is a short, scenic singletrack descent threaded with stream crossings and a waterfall—an ideal connector for a longer loop with Pilot Cove, Pilot Rock, or Laurel Mountain. The route is not extremely steep but sees light use, so expect occasional blown-down trees, wet rock sections, and variable undercut banks that reward careful riding and route-finding.
Ride Guide · Brevard, North Carolina
North Slope
A compact but characterful Pisgah singletrack that climbs from the Davidson River campground, meets the Art Loeb, then rides a root-and-rock descent back to camp — open to bikes seasonally from October 15 through April 15.
Ride Guide · Brevard, North Carolina
Thrift Cove
A compact, fall‑line singletrack loop in the Pisgah Brevard network, Thrift Cove delivers a quick punch of climbing, a row of jump features and a fast connection to Lower Black Mountain. This feature breaks the route into approach, route notes, riding character, access and stewardship advice so you can plan a safe, fun ride.
Ride Guide · Brevard, North Carolina
Coontree
A close-up ride-and-hike feature on Coontree Loop near Brevard, NC — a brief but demanding Pisgah line that rewards commitment with steep pitches, creek-side forest, and ridge-top singletrack. Practical route beta, safety notes, and local context for planning a smart visit.
Ride Guide · Brevard, North Carolina
Bennett Gap / 138
A compact, technical Pisgah singletrack that rewards riders with exposed ridge views and a steep, commitment-heavy descent. This feature walks through route choices, access from FS‑477, riding character, safety advice, and nearby loop options—plus practical "before you go" reminders for anyone planning Bennett Gap / 138.
Ride Guide · Brevard, North Carolina
Cove Creek Trail / 340
A compact but memorable Pisgah singletrack — Cove Creek Trail (Trail #340) is short on distance and heavy on character. This feature unpacks access, route flavors for riders and hikers, scenic hooks (including nearby falls), and practical before-you-go checks backed by official Pisgah sources and trail-community reports.
Ride Guide · Brevard, North Carolina
Searcy Creek Connector
A concise, rider-focused feature on the 1–1.2 mile Searcy Creek Connector in Pisgah National Forest — what the link does for loop options, how it rides, how to get there, and sensible safety and stewardship advice before you go.
Ride Guide · Brevard, North Carolina
Daniel Ridge
A compact, punchy loop in Pisgah National Forest that packs climbing, creek-side singletrack, and at least one waterfall into a few miles — ideal for riders and hikers who want technical interest without a marathon approach. This feature walks you through access, route choices, riding character, safety notes, and local context.
Ride Guide · Brevard, North Carolina
Farlow Gap
A deep, technical fall‑line descent in Pisgah National Forest best known for steep, rocky runouts and classic Pisgah exposure. This feature breaks the route into approach, top-to-bottom character, loop options, safety planning and local context so experienced riders can decide whether to commit and how to prepare.
Ride Guide · Brevard, North Carolina
Buckwheat Knob / 122
A compact, brutal ridge pitch in Pisgah that doubles as a connector to Avery Creek, Black Mountain, and Club Gap. This feature explains how to access Buckwheat Knob / 122, what to expect on the climb and descent, useful loop ideas, and practical safety and gear advice for advanced riders.
Ride Guide · Brevard, North Carolina
5 Falls Dupont Sf
A narrative mountain‑bike feature describing a beginner‑friendly, 12‑mile loop through DuPont State Recreational Forest that visits five waterfall viewpoints and a covered bridge, with practical route detail, rules, and trip planning drawn from official park and trail sources.
Ride Guide · Brevard, North Carolina
Big Rock Trail #3
A close, rider-focused feature on Big Rock Trail #3 (DuPont State Recreational Forest): how to get there, what the line feels like, where it fits in a DuPont loop, the technical moves and hazards to respect, and sensible pre-ride checks before you drop in.
Ride Guide · Brevard, North Carolina
Jim Branch Trail #41
A compact but demanding one-mile climb in DuPont State Recreational Forest — tips for getting there, what to expect on the bricks-and-logs pitch, how to link it into longer loops, and practical safety and etiquette for shared-use riding.
Ride Guide · Brevard, North Carolina
Ridgeline Trail #65
A rider’s narrative and practical guide to Ridgeline Trail #65 in DuPont State Recreational Forest — the short, fast, berm-rich downhill near the Lake Imaging trailhead. Includes approach, route character, safety and local after-ride options.
Ride Guide · Brevard, North Carolina
Buckhorn Gap / 103 (Avery Creek)
A compact, raw slice of Pisgah—Buckhorn Gap/103 threads steep fall-line rock, creek crossings and old road beds into a two-mile ribbon that’s best ridden by experienced riders. This feature covers access from FS‑477, route choices to extend the ride, what to expect under tire, and the safety and logistics to plan before you go.
Ride Guide · Brevard, North Carolina
Hickory Mountain Loop
A compact, punchy singletrack in DuPont State Recreational Forest — how to ride the Hickory Mountain Loop, link it into Ridgeline, where to park, and what to bring for a fast, satisfying lap.
Ride Guide · Brevard, North Carolina
Avery Creek / 327
A hands-on feature about riding Avery Creek / 327 in Pisgah National Forest — where tight, technical singletrack, creek crossings and thick canopy meet short-carved flow. Covers access from FS 477 and Bennett Gap, riding character, route detail, safety and how to connect this line into longer Pisgah loops.
Ride Guide · Brevard, North Carolina
Hilltop Trail
A pocket-sized, flowy singletrack in DuPont State Recreational Forest, Hilltop Trail is a 0.8–1.0 mile blast best ridden as part of a longer DuPont loop. This feature covers how to find the trail, what to expect on the descent, safety and etiquette on shared forest singletrack, and nearby route options and parking to build a full day of riding around Brevard, NC.
Ride Guide · Brevard, North Carolina
Black Mountain
A long, technical singletrack that drops from ridge-top cliffs to US 276—Black Mountain is Pisgah riding in concentrated form. This feature walks through the common Clawhammer approach, what to expect on the climb and the famous downhill, route choices and connections, safety and etiquette around horses and hikers, and practical before-you-go checks.
Ride Guide · Mills River, North Carolina
Squirrel Gap
A detailed, practical feature on riding Squirrel Gap from the Turkey Pen/Turkeypen Gap area of Pisgah National Forest — route choices, riding character, water and river crossings, and how this short but connected singletrack fits into longer Pisgah loops.
Ride Guide · Brevard, North Carolina
Pilot Cove Trail
A pocket‑sized Pisgah classic: Pilot Cove Trail is a steep, tight 1.7‑mile singletrack loop near Brevard, NC, that delivers technical riding and one of the district’s most rewarding overlooks. This feature explains where the loop sits in the Pisgah Ranger District, what the ride feels like, practical access notes, safety and seasonal reminders, and tips for making the most of a short but demanding outing.
Ride Guide · Brevard, North Carolina
Trace Ridge #354
A short but punchy Pisgah ridge trail: 2.8 miles with ~1,300 ft of climbing, steep technical pitches and a fast, exposed descent. Best ridden in the Pisgah bike season (seasonal access commonly observed Oct 15–Apr 15).
Ride Guide · Brevard, North Carolina
Mine Mountain
A compact, intermediate singletrack in DuPont State Recreational Forest — Mine Mountain delivers a quick punch of climbing, a rewarding downhill, and easy links to longer rides out of the Fawn Lake area. This feature covers access, riding character, route options, safety, and local context.
Ride Guide · Mills River, North Carolina
Fletcher Creek
A route-focused feature on Fletcher Creek Trail in the North Mills River area of Pisgah National Forest — how to reach the Trace Ridge trailhead, the popular loop combinations that include Spencer Branch and Trace Ridge, what the singletrack rides like, and the practical warnings and tips to plan a safe, fun outing.
Ride Guide · Mills River, North Carolina
Spencer Gap
A vivid, route-forward feature on Spencer Gap (TR600) in the North Mills River area of Pisgah National Forest — covering how to reach it, what the trail rides like, route rhythm and connections, safety and etiquette for multi-use forest singletrack, and practical before-you-go checks.
Ride Guide · Mills River, North Carolina
Spencer Branch
A narrative feature on Spencer Branch (Mills River, NC): a compact, flowy Pisgah descent with creek crossings, rooty rolls and easy connections to Trace Ridge and Fletcher Creek. Practical route notes, access guidance, safety tips and local context for planning a day in the North Mills River area.
Ride Guide · Canton, North Carolina
Chestnut Mountain Park
Chestnut Mountain Park in Canton, North Carolina, stitches a free, community-built Berm Park into a larger network of multi-use singletrack — sources report the bike network anywhere from about 9 to 14 miles depending on how Berm Park and backcountry segments are counted. Built with Berm Peak's involvement and machine-built trail work, the area delivers everything from family-friendly climbs on Papertown Express to jump lines, a skills area and expert-only features for riders chasing airtime and technical flow.
Trail Log · Mountain Biking
Can a Destination Singletrack Work Inside Minneapolis?
Three Rivers Park District and One Track Mind propose a destination singletrack at Hyland Lake Park Reserve. Could this model bring world-class urban singletrack to cities?
Trail Log · Mountain Biking
Pre-Ride Mountain Bike Checklist for Singletrack Rides
Essential pre-ride mountain bike checklist for singletrack: suspension, tires, chain, brakes, tools and emergency kit essentials to stay safe and ride stronger.