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      Baxter County trails and routes are listed on Trailforks with interactive trail maps, difficulty ratings, photos, and user-reported trail conditions. Supported activity types include Hiking, Trail Running, Mountain Biking and E-Biking. Trails here are often faint trail. Common trail features include berms, drops and rock gardens. Popular destinations include Mountain Home, Pigeon Creek Park @ Lake Norfork and Robinson Point @ Norfolk Lake.
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      Trails (view details)
      27
      Trails Mountain Bike
      26
      Trails E-Bike
      24
      Trails Gravel Bike
      1
      Trails Adaptive Bike
      1
      Trails Winter Fat Bike
      2
      Trails Hike
      27
      Trails Trail Running
      27
      Total Distance
      35 miles
      Total Descent Distance
      13 miles
      Total Descent
      3,662 ft
      Total Vertical
      584 ft
      Highest Trailhead
      1,157 ft
      Reports
      520
      Photos
      8
      Completed Counter
      173

      Popular Baxter County Mountain Biking Trails

      • 100 ★ 0.0 • 2 miles • 172 ft • 21 •
      Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions and has a moderate overall physical rating with a 172 ft blue climb. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 18 minutes to complete this trail.
      • 90 ★ 3.0 • 1 mile • 113 ft • 18 •
      Trail #103 is an interesting trail, as it has several 'Access' points. Its proximity to Pigeon Creek Road makes it popular with hikers seeking a short walk. May-apples, mushrooms and wild-flowers compliment the beauty and flavor of wild...
      • 95 ★ 3.0 • 1,781 ft • 14 ft • 18 •
      Trail #101 begins at the trailhead in Pigeon Creek Park, right beside #100, just behind the Kiosk. This Intermediate Level trail begins somewhat technical for bicyclist', but soon becomes a well groomed trail passing by an area where an...
      • 75 ★ 2.5 • 2 miles • 226 ft • 12 •
      Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 20 minutes to complete this trail.
      • 100 ★ 0.0 • 3,799 ft • 143 ft • 10 •
      Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions and has a moderate overall physical rating with a 143 ft blue climb. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 6 minutes to complete this trail.
      • 85 ★ 0.0 • 974 ft • 5 ft • 10 •
      Popular black diamond difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions and has a hard overall physical rating with a 5 ft black diamond climb. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 2 minutes to complete this trail.
      • 85 ★ 0.0 • 1,007 ft • 65 ft • 8 •
      Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions and has a moderate overall physical rating with a 65 ft blue climb. Trail visibility is always easy to follow.
      • 90 ★ 0.0 • 604 ft • 57 ft • 8 •
      Popular green difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions and has a easy overall physical rating with a 57 ft green climb. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 1 minutes to complete this trail.

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      Montanajeditrail104This is an awesome trail system. The problem...
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      Activity Type Stats

      activitytypetrailsdistancedescentdescent distancetotal verticalratingglobal rankstate rankphotosreportsroutesactivity logs
      Mountain Bike2630 miles2,825 ft10 miles177 ft
      8520748
      E-Bike2428 miles2,667 ft10 miles177 ft
      520391
      Gravel Bike11 mile23 ft3,678 ft13 ft
      Adaptive Bike11 mile23 ft3,678 ft13 ft
      13
      Winter Fat Bike22,142 ft23 ft430 ft26 ft
      Hike2735 miles3,661 ft13 miles584 ft
      52041
      Trail Running2735 miles3,661 ft13 miles584 ft
      5207

      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ What are the best places to ride in Baxter County?
      Baxter County has 2 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
      ▼ What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Baxter County?
      The highest rated mountain biking trails in Baxter County are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by rating.
      ▼ What is the best time of the year to ride in Baxter County?
      Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride in Baxter County are:
      • March (10 activities)
      • June (7 activities)
      • July (6 activities)
      Check the Baxter County reports page for current trail conditions, recent trail reports, and seasonal information from the local community.
      ▼ What is the longest trail in Baxter County?
      The longest trail in Baxter County is David's Trail: Robinson Point to Panther Bay at 6.4 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
      ▼ What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Baxter County?
      ▼ What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Baxter County?
      ▼ How many trails are in Baxter County?
      Baxter County has a total of 27 trails. Of those, 26 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in Baxter County to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
      ▼ Which trail has the most elevation gain in Baxter County?
      The trail with the most elevation gain in Baxter County is Ozark Keystone Trail via Panther Creek Trailhead with 976 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
      ▼ Which trail has the most elevation descent in Baxter County?
      The trail with the most elevation descent in Baxter County is Ozark Keystone Trail via Panther Creek Trailhead with 975 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
      ▼ What activities are most popular in Baxter County?
      Baxter County supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Horseback, Hiking, Trail Running, Dirtbiking, ATVing/Offroading.
      ▼ What bike services are there in Baxter County?
      The following bike services are available in Baxter County:
      • Trail Association (2)
      Browse the full Baxter County directory for details.
      ▼ What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Baxter County?
      The steepest mountain biking trail in Baxter County is Connector with an average grade of 10%. View all trails sorted by grade.
      ▼ Are the trails open in Baxter County?
      Out of 21 trails:
      • Clear / Green: 8
      • Minor Issue / Yellow: 13
      View the full trail status page for the latest updates.
      ▼ Can I ride an ebike in Baxter County?
      Yes, Baxter County supports e-bike riding. There are 24 trails in Baxter County that allow e-bikes. Check the e-bike trails listing for specific trail access details and any local regulations.
      ▼ What type of bike is most common in Baxter County?
      Based on activity log data, the most common bike types used in Baxter County are:
      • AM (2 activities)
      • XC (1 activities)
      Check the Baxter County activity logs for more details.
      ▼ What is the highest summit in Baxter County?
      The highest summit in Baxter County is Mary Gray Hill at 1,647 ft elevation.
      ▼ What are the most popular Strava Segments in Baxter County?
      The most popular Strava segments in Baxter County are:
      • 150 foot climb (93 athletes)
      • Bench Loop Counter Clockwise (88 athletes)
      • 203 warm up climb (86 athletes)
      View all Strava segments in Baxter County.
      ▼ Are there local clubs or events in Baxter County?
      There are 2 local clubs or associations listed in the Baxter County directory. Browse the local directory for details.
      ▼ What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Baxter County?
      ▼ What are the best beginner ride trails in Baxter County?
      The best beginner mountain biking trails in Baxter County are: View all beginner mountain biking trails in Baxter County.

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