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      Birmingham 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 in this region. Supported activity types include Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Hiking, Trail Running, Gravel Biking, Adaptive Biking and Winter Fat Biking. Scenery includes views, ridgelines and summits. Common trail features include jumps, drops and berms. Many trails are family friendly. Amenities include restrooms and shuttle access. Popular destinations include Ride BHM Bike Park, Red Mountain Park and Ruffner Mountain Preserve.
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      Region Status
      Open as of Jun 14, 2026

      Stats

      Avg Trail Rating
      Trails (view details)
      126
      Trails Mountain Bike
      108
      Trails E-Bike
      81
      Trails Gravel Bike
      37
      Trails Adaptive Bike
      10
      Trails Winter Fat Bike
      10
      Trails Hike
      69
      Trails Trail Running
      69
      Total Distance
      60 miles
      Total Descent Distance
      24 miles
      Total Descent
      8,963 ft
      Total Vertical
      694 ft
      Highest Trailhead
      1,127 ft
      Reports
      337
      Photos
      45
      Completed Counter
      29,862

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      Popular Birmingham Mountain Biking Trails

      • 75 ★ 5.0 • 2,385 ft • 2 ft • 296 •
      Fast flow. Lots of switchbacks with big berms.
      • 85 ★ 5.0 • 2,313 ft • 3 ft • 292 •
      The easiest full trail from the top at RideBHM. Nice and flowy with some optional jumps and decent-sized berms.
      • 100 ★ 4.7 • 1 mile • 146 ft • 281 •
      The 73-acre park in the Trace Crossings community has about 5 miles of mountain bike trails.
      • 95 ★ 5.0 • 1,814 ft • 0 ft • 275 •
      RideBHM's infamous blue jump trail that contains progressively bigger tabletops ranging from 10 - 25 ft, drops, step-ups, and step-downs situated between large sweeping berm and steep but wide approaches. Kanuga is the perfect...
      • 95 ★ 5.0 • 1,798 ft • 206 ft • 272 •
      Mucadine Climb is RideBHM's trail climb to peak 2. It is steeper and punchier than Callie's Climb but easier than either service road. Walking will be neccesary for many riders but the climb is short enough to walk and offers great...
      • 80 ★ 5.0 • 1,345 ft • 143 ft • 269 •
      Easiest climb at RideBHM that will get you to peak 1.
      • 90 ★ 5.0 • 902 ft • 0 ft • 267 •
      Natural trail with several small berms, jumps, and drops along with several small rock gardens. Every feature is optional but rolling around them will disrupt the flow of the trail.
      • 95 ★ 5.0 • 1,033 ft • 0 ft • 246 •
      Double blue jump trail at the end of the first jump line on Local Flow. Contains medium-sized tabletops and berms and ends halfway down the mountain where you can access Berm-ingham and Lower Eureka. There is a cutoff to Valley View...

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      Birmingham Mountain Bike Routes

      11 miles • 1,005 ft • 8 •
      Just a short loop to stay on the West side of the park while keeping the technical difficulty down....
      6 miles • 501 ft • 6 • Loop •
      This loop gets you to the top of Jekyll quickly via Terrace Drive, Peavine Falls Road, and a portion of...
      ★ 2.0 • 6 miles • 447 ft • 3 • Loop •
      JCC Full Loop Relatively easy course at JCC. Small climbs and fun downhills with a small section of...
      ★ 2.0 • 13 miles • 1,140 ft • 8 •
      An inner and outer loop at Red Mountain. Outer loop to start, easier mostly fire road to get the legs...
      17 miles • 1,229 ft • 7 •
      17 mile loop with good sampling of Oak Mountain mtb trails. Includes climb up the Red Road, and ride down...
      ★ 2.0 • 14 miles • 990 ft • 1 • Loop •
      Just a wet ride loop at Oak Mtn State Park so the trails don't get ripped after rain.

      Photos of Birmingham Mountain Bike

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      Videos of Birmingham Mountain Bike

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      0:50 | 230 | Feb 4, 2017
      Chiropractor to Temerity at RideBHM | MTB
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      0:34 | 328 | Nov 18, 2024 , Birmingham
      Linda & Jack McDuffee MTB Trail
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      41:18 | 811 | Feb 11, 2019 , Birmingham

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      KennyBennstrailBlack Creek LoopTried this as 1 month in mtb beginner. I like...
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      Activity Type Stats

      activitytypetrailsdistancedescentdescent distancetotal verticalratingglobal rankstate rankphotosreportsroutesactivity logs
      Mountain Bike10850 miles6,975 ft19 miles636 ft
      #1,520#5433351121,450
      E-Bike8134 miles5,712 ft14 miles554 ft
      #2,821#152551837
      Gravel Bike3722 miles945 ft6 miles472 ft
      #2,060#550199
      Adaptive Bike105 miles295 ft1 mile328 ft
      #4,304#1028
      Winter Fat Bike109 miles1,152 ft3 miles607 ft
      #2,313#424
      Hike6948 miles5,377 ft17 miles696 ft
      #1,142#52157912
      Trail Running6948 miles5,377 ft17 miles696 ft
      #731#31571,931

      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ What are the best places to ride in Birmingham?
      Birmingham has 6 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
      ▼ What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Birmingham?
      The highest rated mountain biking trails in Birmingham are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by rating.
      ▼ Where can I park to ride in Birmingham?
      There are 8 parking locations listed in Birmingham. The most popular parking spots are: View all parking and trailhead locations on the map to plan your visit.
      ▼ What is the longest trail in Birmingham?
      The longest trail in Birmingham is McDuffie Fitness Trail at 4.2 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
      ▼ What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Birmingham?
      ▼ What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Birmingham?
      ▼ How many trails are in Birmingham?
      Birmingham has a total of 126 trails. Of those, 108 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in Birmingham to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
      ▼ Which trail has the most elevation gain in Birmingham?
      The trail with the most elevation gain in Birmingham is McDuffie Fitness Trail with 530 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
      ▼ Which trail has the most elevation descent in Birmingham?
      The trail with the most elevation descent in Birmingham is McDuffie Fitness Trail with 536 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
      ▼ What activities are most popular in Birmingham?
      Birmingham supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Gravel Biking, Adaptive Biking, Winter Fat Biking, Hiking, Trail Running.
      ▼ What bike services are there in Birmingham?
      The following bike services are available in Birmingham:
      • Bike Shop (3)
      • Trail Association (2)
      • Trail Builders (1)
      • Race Team (1)
      Browse the full Birmingham directory for details.
      ▼ What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Birmingham?
      The steepest mountain biking trail in Birmingham is Muscadine Climb Trail with an average grade of 11.5%. View all trails sorted by grade.
      ▼ Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Birmingham?
      Yes, there are 7 scenic viewpoints marked along trails in Birmingham. Some popular viewpoints include: Explore more points of interest to find trails with the best views.
      ▼ What trails have the biggest jumps in Birmingham?
      The trails with the biggest jumps in Birmingham are: Browse all mountain bike trails to find trails with jumps and technical features.
      ▼ Are the trails open in Birmingham?
      The overall region status for Birmingham is Clear / Green. Out of 51 trails:
      • Clear / Green: 47
      • Minor Issue / Yellow: 3
      • Significant Issue / Amber: 1
      View the full trail status page for the latest updates.
      ▼ Can I ride an ebike in Birmingham?
      Yes, Birmingham supports e-bike riding. There are 86 trails in Birmingham that allow e-bikes. Check the e-bike trails listing for specific trail access details and any local regulations.
      ▼ What are the most popular mountain biking routes in Birmingham?
      ▼ What are the top sights to see in Birmingham?
      There are 3 notable sights in Birmingham. Some of the top sights include: Explore all points of interest in Birmingham.
      ▼ What are the most popular Strava Segments in Birmingham?
      The most popular Strava segments in Birmingham are:
      • Overbrook - Light to Light west bound (3,124 athletes)
      • Backside Climb (1,810 athletes)
      • Red Mountain Closer (1,655 athletes)
      View all Strava segments in Birmingham.
      ▼ What are some popular technical trail features in Birmingham?
      There are 4 technical trail features (TTFs) in Birmingham. Some popular features include: View all technical trail features in Birmingham.
      ▼ Are there accessible or adaptive trails in Birmingham?
      Yes, there are 11 accessible/adaptive trails in Birmingham. View all adaptive trails in Birmingham for specific accessibility information.
      ▼ Are there local clubs or events in Birmingham?
      There are 3 local clubs or associations listed in the Birmingham directory. Browse the local directory for details.
      ▼ What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Birmingham?
      ▼ What are the best beginner ride trails in Birmingham?
      The best beginner mountain biking trails in Birmingham are: View all beginner mountain biking trails in Birmingham.
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