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SaveBrighton 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, Horseback, Snowshoeing, Mountain Biking, Backcountry Skiing, E-Biking, Skiing, Winter Fat Biking, Nordic Skiing and Adaptive Biking. Popular destinations include Brighton Recreation Area, Mt. Brighton and Island Lake Recreation Area.
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- Mountain Bike
47 trails
- E-Bike
30 trails
- Adaptive Bike
10 trails
- Winter Fat Bike
13 trails
- Horse
53 trails
- Hike
117 trails
- Trail Running
117 trails
- Snowshoe
53 trails
- Downhill Ski
26 trails
- Backcountry Ski
47 trails
- Nordic Ski
13 trails
Region Details
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- 4
- 31
- 9
- 1
Region Status
Open as of Jul 12, 2026
Stats
- Avg Trail Rating
- Trails (view details)
- 155
- Trails Mountain Bike
- 47
- Trails E-Bike
- 30
- Trails Gravel Bike
- 10
- Trails Adaptive Bike
- 10
- Trails Winter Fat Bike
- 13
- Trails Horse
- 53
- Trails Hike
- 117
- Trails Trail Running
- 117
- Trails Snowshoe
- 53
- Trails Downhill Ski
- 26
- Trails Backcountry Ski
- 47
- Trails Nordic Ski
- 13
- Total Distance
- 172 miles
- Total Descent
- 6,394 ft
- Total Vertical
- 220 ft
- Highest Trailhead
- 1,078 ft
- Reports
- 693
- Photos
- 159
- Completed Counter
- 14,929
Sub Regions
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Brighton Recreation Area
- 10
- 5
- 1
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Fillmore County Park
- 4
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Huron Meadows Metropark
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Island Lake Recreation Area
- 10
- 3
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Lyon Oaks County Park
- 2
- 7
- 1
Popular Brighton Mountain Biking Trails
• 95 ★ 3.1 • 4 miles • 101 ft • 939 •
Popular green difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used one direction and has a moderate overall physical rating with a 101 ft blue climb. It features berm. On average it takes 19 minutes to complete this trail.
• 100 ★ 5.0 • 3 miles • 81 ft • 879 •
Popular green difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used one direction and has a moderate overall physical rating with a 81 ft green climb. On average it takes 12 minutes to complete this trail.
• 100 ★ 5.0 • 1 mile • 77 ft • 877 •
Popular green difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used one direction and has a moderate overall physical rating with a 77 ft green climb. On average it takes 7 minutes to complete this trail.
• 100 ★ 5.0 • 3,018 ft • 15 ft • 854 •
Popular green difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used one direction and has a moderate overall physical rating with a 15 ft green climb. On average it takes 2 minutes to complete this trail.
• 95 ★ 4.5 • 1,045 ft • 10 ft • 779 •
Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions with a 10 ft blue climb. On average it takes 1 minutes to complete this trail.
• 95 ★ 3.3 • 5 miles • 242 ft • 773 •
Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used one direction and has a moderate overall physical rating with a 242 ft green climb. It features bridge. On average it takes 28 minutes to complete this trail.
• 75 ★ 4.4 • 6 miles • 592 ft • 674 •
Right turns and many roots in succession. Trail can be ridden fast with little natural berm to the trails edge from years of being ridden. Fun and challenging trail
• 75 ★ 3.8 • 7 miles • 434 ft • 614 •
Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 36 minutes to complete this trail.
Brighton Mountain Bike Routes
★ 4.0 • 17 miles • 1,221 ft • 7 • Loop •
Great way to link the Brighton Rec trails together to get a good few hours on the bike!
13 miles • 483 ft • 4 • Loop •
Island lake Blue + Yellow = Green loop stating from parking lot
★ 4.0 • 6 miles • 70 ft • 7 • Loop •
Easy two track trail, shared with hikers and dog walkers. Crushed gravel and natural dirt with tree roots....
• 28 miles • 2,019 ft • 17 •
• 18 miles • 587 ft • 2 •
• 25 miles • 1,756 ft • 16 •
Photos of Brighton Mountain Bike
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Recent Trail Reports
| status | trail | date | condition | info | user |
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| Appleton Extension | Jul 12, 2026 @ 2:04pm (America/Detroit) Jul 12, 2026 | Ideal | Trailroller | ||
| Appleton Loop | Jul 12, 2026 @ 2:04pm (America/Detroit) Jul 12, 2026 | Ideal | Trailroller | ||
| Murray Lake Trail | Jul 12, 2026 @ 2:04pm (America/Detroit) Jul 12, 2026 | Ideal | Trailroller | ||
| Daily Trail | Jul 19, 2026 @ 11:55am (America/Detroit) Jul 19, 2026 | Ideal | garbagefan MMMBA | ||
| Daily Trail | Jul 19, 2026 @ 11:55am (America/Detroit) Jul 19, 2026 | Ideal | garbagefan MMMBA | ||
| Daily Trail | Jul 19, 2026 @ 11:55am (America/Detroit) Jul 19, 2026 | Ideal | garbagefan MMMBA | ||
| Daily Trail | Jul 19, 2026 @ 11:55am (America/Detroit) Jul 19, 2026 | Ideal | garbagefan MMMBA | ||
| JC Penny Connector | Jul 18, 2026 @ 9:44am (America/Detroit) Jul 18, 2026 | Ideal | ELEMENT70 | ||
| Yellow Loop | Jul 13, 2026 @ 7:37pm (America/Detroit) Jul 13, 2026 | Ideal | Baggynosheds MCMBA | ||
| Yellow Loop | Jul 13, 2026 @ 7:37pm (America/Detroit) Jul 13, 2026 | Ideal | Baggynosheds MCMBA |
Activity Feed
| username | action | type | title | date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KCcj2PRJ | ridden | trail | activity #103436416 | Sep 9, 2026 @ 2:50pm Sep 9, 2026 |
| NormanqP97py | ridden | trail | activity #103132013 and 1 more | Sep 5, 2026 @ 2:31pm Sep 5, 2026 |
| lorenk3 | update | region | activity #102817503 | Sep 1, 2026 @ 6:50am Sep 1, 2026 |
| Larryv1G8Pq | ridden | trail | activity #102743555 | Aug 31, 2026 @ 4:04am Aug 31, 2026 |
| curmudg3on1 | wishlist | trail | activity #102578351 | Aug 29, 2026 @ 5:32am Aug 29, 2026 |
Recent Comments
| username | type | title | comment | date |
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| trail | The Murray Lake Trails (including Lost, Found,... | Aug 27, 2026 @ 7:31pm Aug 27, 2026 | ||
| trail | If you like rooted up climbs and descents this... | Jul 25, 2025 @ 3:40pm Jul 25, 2025 | ||
| trail | The Badlands Purple Trail is a fun little loop... | Nov 30, 2024 @ 6:10am Nov 30, 2024 | ||
| report | You can enter via path from JC Penney or park... | Oct 2, 2024 @ 1:24pm Oct 2, 2024 | ||
| trail | No jumps, lots of roots, and if that is your... | Jul 24, 2023 @ 5:21pm Jul 24, 2023 |
Local Badges
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Epic Ride Climb 2k17 awarded -
Climbing 10k Badge95 awarded -
Climbing 100k Badge2 awarded -
Epic Ride Descent 2k17 awarded -
Descent 10k Badge96 awarded
Bike & Skill Parks
| name | type | city | rating |
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| Brighton Recreation Area Skillpark | skill park | Brighton |
Local Mountain Biking Directory
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Motor City Bicycle (Brighton)
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D&d BicyclesBike Shop
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Ride BoutiqueBike Shop
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The Shop Bikes And BoardsBike 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 | 47 | 63 miles | 3,153 ft | 21 miles | 128 ft | #1,091 | #422 | 159 | 693 | 3 | 24,389 | |
| E-Bike | 30 | 51 miles | 2,822 ft | 18 miles | 125 ft | #2,996 | #1,107 | 647 | 1 | 184 | ||
| Gravel Bike | 10 | 13 miles | 292 ft | 6 miles | 128 ft | #602 | #337 | 1 | 166 | |||
| Adaptive Bike | 10 | 12 miles | 377 ft | 4 miles | 128 ft | #3,863 | #896 | 29 | ||||
| Winter Fat Bike | 13 | 16 miles | 850 ft | 5 miles | 121 ft | #2,175 | #437 | 53 | 1 | |||
| Horse | 53 | 75 miles | 1,663 ft | 8 miles | 187 ft | #272 | #375 | 67 | 95 | |||
| Hike | 117 | 155 miles | 5,673 ft | 34 miles | 220 ft | #1,461 | #655 | 691 | 1 | 1,007 | ||
| Trail Running | 117 | 155 miles | 5,673 ft | 34 miles | 220 ft | #1,115 | #407 | 691 | 1 | 481 | ||
| Snowshoe | 53 | 76 miles | 1,913 ft | 7 miles | 207 ft | #365 | #101 | 1 | 7 | |||
| Downhill Ski | 26 | 3 miles | 312 ft | 4,849 ft | 98 ft | #434 | #176 | 137 | ||||
| Backcountry Ski | 47 | 69 miles | 1,499 ft | 5 miles | 167 ft | #342 | #62 | 10 | ||||
| Nordic Ski | 13 | 15 miles | 499 ft | 5 miles | 121 ft | #742 | #270 | 1 | 404 |
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the best places to ride in Brighton?
Brighton 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 Brighton?
The highest rated mountain biking trails in Brighton are:
- Torn Shirt Trail (4.3/5)
- Lost Loop (4.2/5)
- Blue Loop (Seg 1) (4.1/5)
- Blue Loop (Seg 3) (4.1/5)
- Blue Loop (Seg 4) (4.1/5)
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Where can I park to ride in Brighton?
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What is the longest trail in Brighton?
The longest trail in Brighton is Murray Lake Trail at 6.6 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
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What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Brighton?
The best hiking trails in Brighton are: View all hiking trails sorted by popularity score.
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What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Brighton?
The best trail running trails in Brighton are: View all trail running trails sorted by popularity score.
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How many trails are in Brighton?
Brighton has a total of 155 trails. Of those, 47 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in Brighton to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
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Which trail has the most elevation gain in Brighton?
The trail with the most elevation gain in Brighton is Torn Shirt Trail with 592 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
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Which trail has the most elevation descent in Brighton?
The trail with the most elevation descent in Brighton is Torn Shirt Trail with 596 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
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What activities are most popular in Brighton?
Brighton supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Adaptive Biking, Winter Fat Biking, Horseback, Hiking, Trail Running, Snowshoeing, Skiing, Backcountry Skiing, Nordic Skiing.
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What bike services are there in Brighton?
The following bike services are available in Brighton:
- Bike Shop (4)
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What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Brighton?
The steepest mountain biking trail in Brighton is Connector with an average grade of 4.9%. View all trails sorted by grade.
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Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Brighton?
Yes, there are 1 scenic viewpoints marked along trails in Brighton. Some popular viewpoints include: Explore more points of interest to find trails with the best views.
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Are the trails open in Brighton?
Out of 33 trails:
- Clear / Green: 29
- Minor Issue / Yellow: 4
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Can I ride an ebike in Brighton?
Yes, Brighton supports e-bike riding. There are 27 trails in Brighton 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 Brighton?
The most popular mountain biking routes in Brighton are: View all mountain biking routes in Brighton.
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What are the most popular Strava Segments in Brighton?
The most popular Strava segments in Brighton are:
- uppers and downers (11,697 athletes)
- RR to Blue/Yellow Split (11,512 athletes)
- Sprint to the Bridge!! (10,762 athletes)
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Are there accessible or adaptive trails in Brighton?
Yes, there are 10 accessible/adaptive trails in Brighton. View all adaptive trails in Brighton for specific accessibility information.
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What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Brighton?
The most popular mountain biking trails in Brighton are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by popularity.
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What are the best beginner ride trails in Brighton?
The best beginner mountain biking trails in Brighton are:
- Appleton Loop (4.3/5)
- Appleton Return (4/5)
- Appleton Access (4/5)
Activities
- Brighton Mountain Biking Trails
- Brighton E-Biking Trails
- Brighton Adaptive Biking Trails
- Brighton Winter Fat Biking Trails
- Brighton Horseback Trails
- Brighton Hiking Trails
- Brighton Trail Running Trails
- Brighton Snowshoeing Trails
- Brighton Skiing Trails
- Brighton Backcountry Skiing Trails
- Brighton Nordic Skiing Trails
Trails
Points of Interest
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