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SaveAnniston trails and routes are listed on Trailforks with interactive trail maps, difficulty ratings, photos, and user-reported trail conditions. The Trailforks community has mapped hundreds of trails and shared hundreds of photos in this region. Supported activity types include Hiking, Trail Running, Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Gravel Biking, Adaptive Biking and Winter Fat Biking. Trails here are often flowy and faint trail. Scenery includes views, ridgelines and lakes. Common trail features include berms, rock gardens and rollers. Many trails are family friendly. Popular destinations include Coldwater Mountain, McClellan Trails and Cheaha State Park.
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Coldwater Mountain
Activities Click to view
- Mountain Bike
97 trails
- E-Bike
90 trails
- Gravel Bike
44 trails
- Adaptive Bike
13 trails
- Winter Fat Bike
4 trails
- Hike
104 trails
- Trail Running
103 trails
Region Details
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Region Status
Open as of Oct 19, 2026Stats
- Avg Trail Rating
- Trails (view details)
- 106
- Trails Mountain Bike
- 97
- Trails E-Bike
- 90
- Trails Gravel Bike
- 44
- Trails Adaptive Bike
- 13
- Trails Winter Fat Bike
- 4
- Trails Horse
- 2
- Trails Hike
- 104
- Trails Trail Running
- 103
- Trails Dirtbike/Moto
- 2
- Trails ATV/ORV/OHV
- 2
- Total Distance
- 105 miles
- Total Descent
- 16,282 ft
- Total Vertical
- 1,782 ft
- Highest Trailhead
- 2,392 ft
- Reports
- 775
- Photos
- 213
- Completed Counter
- 24,553
Sub Regions
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Anniston Museum and Gardens
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Bains Gap Rd Trails
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Cheaha State Park
- 2
- 3
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Choccolocco Park
- 3
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Coldwater Mountain
- 18
- 12
- 1
- 2
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McClellan Trails
- 9
- 12
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Randolph Park
- 4
Popular Anniston Mountain Biking Trails
• 90 ★ 3.7 • 1 mile • 410 ft • 1,206 •
Be prepared for contouring and climbing for a few miles through the Alabama hardwood forest. You might be surprised that such beautiful places existed in the South if you've never been before. Near the top of the climb you'll notice...
• 80 ★ 3.6 • 3,392 ft • 237 ft • 1,185 •
This is a short technical climb that takes you through various rock formations, step ups, and the Rock Slot. It feeds onto the Bomb Dog descent (which ends at the Coldspring Trailhead) or a fire road that can be used to descend back...
• 85 ★ 4.8 • 2 miles • 349 ft • 1,087 •
Mama Bear is the middle option of the stacked loop system at Cold Water Mountain. Ridden clockwise, the trail offers of plenty of swoops, berms and bends, making it a must-ride. The first part of Mama Bear is a descent that will make...
• 75 ★ 4.9 • 5 miles • 376 ft • 1,014 •
Bomb Dog is a very fast descent that is almost 4 miles in length. The trail begins at the end of Cassidy. Before you get into the descent stop and have a visit with Floyd, Anniston/Calhoun County's first bomb sniffing police canine. His...
• 95 ★ 3.7 • 3,517 ft • 108 ft • 988 •
Popular green difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 4 minutes to complete this trail.
• 90 ★ 4.1 • 1 mile • 204 ft • 973 •
Talladega is a short climb that includes a lookout along a ridgeline before a stepdown and the only switchback located on the Talladega trail. The trail crosses Stebbins Road and is a fun technical rolling downhill which leads you to...
• 85 ★ 4.6 • 3,802 ft • 0 ft • 937 •
This is a short downhill section that connects the Rabbit Hole intersection to the Hare downhill trail. It features very smooth rollers and berm turns.
Anniston Mountain Bike Routes
★ 5.0 • 14 miles • 1,581 ft • 8 • Loop •
A good 14 mile loop at Coldwater Mountain. Start at the official Trailhead, ride the bears, then climb up...
★ 5.0 • 4 miles • 419 ft • 3 • Loop •
Final race of 2021!! s So why not go out with a BANG and end it at Goldwater in Anniston, AL?! These fast...
★ 5.0 • 8 miles • 1,099 ft • 6 • Loop •
The most direct climb to top of Bomb Dog
★ 4.0 • 5 miles • 420 ft • 7 •
This loop combines the three bears into a short 7+ mile loop
4 miles • 295 ft • 4 • Loop •
The Alabama Cycling Association's 2023 State Championship course - the deciding race. This course at...
Photos of Anniston Mountain Bike
Videos of Anniston Mountain Bike
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Recent Trail Reports
| status | trail | date | condition | info | user |
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| The Pip | Oct 19, 2026 @ 8:32am (America/Chicago) Oct 19, 2026 | Unknown | mptgrizzly64 NEABA | ||
| Baby Bear | Oct 18, 2026 @ 8:52am (America/Kentucky/Monticello) Oct 18, 2026 | Ideal | chrismango | ||
| Chilhowee | Oct 18, 2026 @ 8:52am (America/Kentucky/Monticello) Oct 18, 2026 | Ideal | chrismango | ||
| Hare | Oct 18, 2026 @ 8:52am (America/Kentucky/Monticello) Oct 18, 2026 | Ideal | chrismango | ||
| Trillium | Oct 18, 2026 @ 8:52am (America/Kentucky/Monticello) Oct 18, 2026 | Ideal | chrismango | ||
| Cassidy | Oct 18, 2026 @ 8:52am (America/Kentucky/Monticello) Oct 18, 2026 | Ideal | chrismango | ||
| Papa Bear | Oct 18, 2026 @ 8:52am (America/Kentucky/Monticello) Oct 18, 2026 | Ideal | chrismango | ||
| Mama Bear | Oct 18, 2026 @ 8:52am (America/Kentucky/Monticello) Oct 18, 2026 | Ideal | chrismango | ||
| R70 | Oct 18, 2026 @ 8:52am (America/Kentucky/Monticello) Oct 18, 2026 | Variable | chrismango | ||
| Bomb Dog | Oct 18, 2026 @ 8:52am (America/Kentucky/Monticello) Oct 18, 2026 | Ideal | chrismango |
Activity Feed
| username | action | type | title | date |
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| rexjbull | wishlist | route | activity #106242916 | Oct 19, 2026 @ 7:47pm Oct 19, 2026 |
| rexjbull | wishlist | region | activity #106242867 | Oct 19, 2026 @ 7:44pm Oct 19, 2026 |
| capntodd | wishlist | route | activity #106216433 | Oct 19, 2026 @ 11:25am Oct 19, 2026 |
| mptgrizzly64 | add | report | activity #106200473 | Oct 19, 2026 @ 6:32am Oct 19, 2026 |
| chrismango | add | report | activity #106170086 and 11 more | Oct 18, 2026 @ 2:46pm Oct 18, 2026 |
Recent Comments
| username | type | title | comment | date |
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| trail | Trail was blown clear late September for the... | Oct 4, 2026 @ 5:43am Oct 4, 2026 | ||
| report | Tortoise has multiple (3) trees down blocking... | Jun 23, 2026 @ 1:25pm Jun 23, 2026 | ||
| trail | Cleared a few trees off the trail but it’s... | Jun 20, 2026 @ 7:42am Jun 20, 2026 | ||
| trail | This trail is so much fun! so jealous I... | Apr 12, 2026 @ 8:43am Apr 12, 2026 | ||
| trail | Blown clear in late December. Read sign at... | Jan 7, 2026 @ 7:18pm Jan 7, 2026 |
Local Badges
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Epic Ride Climb 2k74 awarded -
Climbing 10k Badge67 awarded -
Climbing 100k Badge3 awarded -
Epic Ride Descent 2k80 awarded -
Descent 10k Badge67 awarded
Upcoming Local Events
Local Mountain Biking Directory
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Wig's WheelsBike Shop
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Vein BmxBike Shop
Activity Type Stats
| activitytype | trails | distance | descent | descent distance | total vertical | rating | global rank | state rank | photos | reports | routes | activity logs |
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| Mountain Bike | 97 | 101 miles | 15,928 ft | 47 miles | 1,749 ft | #934 | #3 | 193 | 763 | 31 | 14,193 | |
| E-Bike | 90 | 93 miles | 15,302 ft | 44 miles | 1,696 ft | #1,636 | #12 | 2 | 715 | 5 | 1,188 | |
| Gravel Bike | 44 | 33 miles | 5,571 ft | 14 miles | 1,749 ft | #1,898 | #4 | 6 | 40 | |||
| Adaptive Bike | 13 | 8 miles | 692 ft | 2 miles | 1,014 ft | #4,640 | #11 | 6 | 1 | |||
| Winter Fat Bike | 4 | 4 miles | 3 ft | 928 ft | 699 ft | #3,381 | #8 | 4 | ||||
| Horse | 2 | 3 miles | 449 ft | 2 miles | 417 ft | 63 | 11 | |||||
| Hike | 104 | 104 miles | 15,981 ft | 47 miles | 1,781 ft | #1,545 | #8 | 18 | 762 | 1 | 519 | |
| Trail Running | 103 | 104 miles | 15,945 ft | 47 miles | 1,781 ft | #2,015 | #7 | 762 | 1 | 387 | ||
| Dirtbike/Moto | 2 | 3 miles | 449 ft | 2 miles | 417 ft | 63 | ||||||
| ATV/ORV/OHV | 2 | 3 miles | 449 ft | 2 miles | 417 ft | 63 | 1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the best places to ride in Anniston?
Anniston has 7 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
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What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Anniston?
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Where can I park to ride in Anniston?
There are 11 parking locations listed in Anniston. The most popular parking spots are: View all parking and trailhead locations on the map to plan your visit.
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What is the longest trail in Anniston?
The longest trail in Anniston is Southern Traverse at 8.3 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
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What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Anniston?
The best hiking trails in Anniston are: View all hiking trails sorted by popularity score.
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What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Anniston?
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How many trails are in Anniston?
Anniston has a total of 106 trails. Of those, 97 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in Anniston to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
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Which trail has the most elevation gain in Anniston?
The trail with the most elevation gain in Anniston is Southern Traverse with 913 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
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Which trail has the most elevation descent in Anniston?
The trail with the most elevation descent in Anniston is Southern Traverse with 1,027 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
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What activities are most popular in Anniston?
Anniston supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Gravel Biking, Adaptive Biking, Winter Fat Biking, Hiking, Trail Running.
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What bike services are there in Anniston?
The following bike services are available in Anniston:
- Bike Shop (2)
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What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Anniston?
The steepest mountain biking trail in Anniston is Bulldog Betty with an average grade of 7.3%. View all trails sorted by grade.
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Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Anniston?
Yes, there are 2 scenic viewpoints marked along trails in Anniston. Some popular viewpoints include: Explore more points of interest to find trails with the best views.
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What trails have the biggest jumps in Anniston?
The trails with the biggest jumps in Anniston are: Browse all mountain bike trails to find trails with jumps and technical features.
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Are the trails open in Anniston?
Out of 59 trails:
- Clear / Green: 51
- Minor Issue / Yellow: 4
- Significant Issue / Amber: 4
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What are the trail conditions in Anniston?
Based on trail reports from the past week in Anniston:
- Ideal: 11 trails
- Variable: 1 trail
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Can I ride an ebike in Anniston?
Yes, Anniston supports e-bike riding. There are 90 trails in Anniston that allow e-bikes. Check the e-bike trails listing for specific trail access details and any local regulations.
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What are the most popular mountain biking routes in Anniston?
The most popular mountain biking routes in Anniston are: View all mountain biking routes in Anniston.
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What is the highest summit in Anniston?
The highest summit in Anniston is Cheaha Mountain at 2,402 ft elevation.
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What are the most popular Strava Segments in Anniston?
The most popular Strava segments in Anniston are:
- Bomb Dog - J to L (6,248 athletes)
- Chilhowee - First half/Top of Trillium (5,403 athletes)
- Upper Hare (R to Q) (4,843 athletes)
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Are there accessible or adaptive trails in Anniston?
Yes, there are 13 accessible/adaptive trails in Anniston. View all adaptive trails in Anniston for specific accessibility information.
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Are there local clubs or events in Anniston?
There are 1 upcoming events in Anniston. View upcoming events. There are 2 local clubs or associations listed in the Anniston directory. Browse the local directory for details.
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What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Anniston?
The most popular mountain biking trails in Anniston are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by popularity.
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What are the best beginner ride trails in Anniston?
The best beginner mountain biking trails in Anniston are:
- Hare (4.9/5)
- Sunset Hill (5/5)
- Papa Bear (4.8/5)
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