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      Burlington 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, E-Biking, Mountain Biking, Snowshoeing and Nordic Skiing. Trails here are often faint trail. Scenery includes views, lakes and summits. Common trail features include bridges, boardwalks and skinnies. Many trails are family friendly. Popular destinations include Nassahegon Trail Network, Sessions Woods WMA and Taine Mountain.
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      Primary Trail Type: Cross-Country
      eBikes Allowed: No
      Land Manager: Various

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      Region Details
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      Region Status
      Open as of Aug 24, 2026
      Local Trail Association

      Stats

      Avg Trail Rating
      Trails (view details)
      110
      Trails Mountain Bike
      53
      Trails E-Bike
      59
      Trails Gravel Bike
      22
      Trails Winter Fat Bike
      4
      Trails Hike
      110
      Trails Trail Running
      106
      Trails Snowshoe
      8
      Trails Nordic Ski
      2
      Total Distance
      67 miles
      Total Descent Distance
      23 miles
      Total Descent
      7,761 ft
      Total Vertical
      761 ft
      Highest Trailhead
      1,105 ft
      Reports
      394
      Photos
      149
      Completed Counter
      17,952

      Sub Regions

      Popular Burlington Mountain Biking Trails

      • 85 ★ 4.5 • 1,883 ft • 0 ft • 684 •
      Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions and has a moderate overall physical rating with a 0 ft blue climb. It features rock garden. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 5 minutes to complete this trail.
      • 100 ★ 0.0 • 2,001 ft • 113 ft • 652 •
      Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions and has a moderate overall physical rating with a 113 ft blue climb. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 5 minutes to complete this trail.
      • 95 ★ 4.0 • 5,013 ft • 90 ft • 647 •
      Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions and has a easy overall physical rating with a 90 ft blue climb. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 10 minutes to complete this trail.
      • 100 ★ 4.0 • 1,949 ft • 0 ft • 637 •
      Popular green difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions and has a easy overall physical rating with a 0 ft green climb. It features log ride and skinny. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 3 minutes to complete this trail.
      • 95 ★ 4.0 • 1,611 ft • 75 ft • 614 •
      Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions and has a moderate overall physical rating with a 75 ft blue climb. On average it takes 4 minutes to complete this trail.
      • 95 ★ 4.8 • 4,744 ft • 20 ft • 599 •
      Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions and has a moderate overall physical rating with a 20 ft blue climb. It features berm. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 5 minutes to complete this trail.
      • 100 ★ 2.0 • 2,969 ft • 32 ft • 583 •
      Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions and has a easy overall physical rating with a 32 ft green climb. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 5 minutes to complete this trail.
      • 40 ★ 4.5 • 3,809 ft • 16 ft • 551 •
      Moderately popular blue difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions and has a moderate overall physical rating with a 16 ft blue climb. It features berm and skinny. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 7 minutes to complete this trail.

      Recent Ride Log Activity in Region

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      • 10 rides

      Yesterday

      • 8 rides
      Past Week
      • 64 rides

      Burlington Mountain Bike Routes

      ★ 5.0 • 11 miles • 999 ft • 11 •
      My favorites trails so far at Nassahegon connected together. A bit of a tough climb on the white purple...
      ★ 3.0 • 5 miles • 592 ft • 9 • Loop •
      Thus is the short loop from the Punch Brook Road parking Lot. Clockwise it Includes Ursus Reversus,...
      ★ 3.7 • 18 miles • 1,763 ft • 23 • Loop •
      This ride is moderate difficulty with some technical sections and it is fairly long. Most riders should...
      8 miles • 829 ft • 11 •
      ★ 3.0 • 9 miles • 962 ft • 9 • Loop •
      Fun Loop, the white-purple back up is a bit of a slog but once you complete it is a fun easy ride back to...
      16 miles • 1,624 ft • 16 • Loop •
      around familiar trails that i have ridden over the past couple years. Looking for a longer ride that...

      Photos of Burlington Mountain Bike

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      Videos of Burlington Mountain Bike

      Nassahegon State Forest Mountain Biking:...
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      5:49 | 458 | Mar 13, 2024
      Nassahegon State Forest Mountain Biking: Boomerang
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      7:54 | 228 | Mar 13, 2024 , Burlington
      Nassahegon State Forest Mountain Biking: Ursus...
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      7:32 | 246 | Mar 13, 2024 , Burlington
      Nassahegon State Forest Mountain Biking:...
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      3:46 | 201 | Mar 13, 2024
      Nassahegon Trails, Burlington CT Highlights
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      29:29 | 596 | Jan 2, 2021 , Burlington
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      0:33 | 7 | May 11, 2022

      Recent Trail Reports

      Activity Feed

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      mtspokescommenttrailactivity #103805247
      Sep 14, 2026 @ 2:36pm
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      Recent Comments

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      mtspokestrailTwo Bears (White)More of a blue trail
      Sep 14, 2026 @ 2:36pm
      Sep 14, 2026
      Jeremy2w4yLftrailFern Gulley (White/Purple)One of the best trails out there. Hike poacher...
      May 18, 2026 @ 9:12pm
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      WillieJacobszreportWasteland (White)...
      Jul 4, 2024 @ 6:23am
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      PlumbBobMtrailCrosstown Connector (Red)This may be flagged for quality if it is...
      Jul 21, 2021 @ 11:48am
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      Local Badges


      Activity Type Stats

      activitytypetrailsdistancedescentdescent distancetotal verticalratingglobal rankstate rankphotosreportsroutesactivity logs
      Mountain Bike5333 miles3,127 ft9 miles531 ft
      #1,755#121133911116,254
      E-Bike5935 miles3,691 ft10 miles561 ft
      #3,521#273234929
      Gravel Bike229 miles968 ft4 miles574 ft
      #933#51016
      Winter Fat Bike43 miles571 ft1 mile269 ft
      #933#510126
      Hike11067 miles7,762 ft23 miles761 ft
      #612#33639431,357
      Trail Running10667 miles7,657 ft23 miles761 ft
      #3,253#13394558
      Snowshoe85 miles846 ft2 miles436 ft
      #929#1536
      Nordic Ski2203 ft16 ft131 ft30 ft
      #1,934#436

      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ What are the best places to ride in Burlington?
      Burlington has 4 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
      ▼ What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Burlington?
      ▼ Where can I park to ride in Burlington?
      There are 21 parking locations listed in Burlington. 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 Burlington?
      The longest trail in Burlington is Fern Gulley (White/Purple) at 2.4 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
      ▼ What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Burlington?
      ▼ What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Burlington?
      ▼ How many trails are in Burlington?
      Burlington has a total of 110 trails. Of those, 53 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in Burlington to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
      ▼ Which trail has the most elevation gain in Burlington?
      The trail with the most elevation gain in Burlington is Two Bears (White) with 213 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
      ▼ Which trail has the most elevation descent in Burlington?
      The trail with the most elevation descent in Burlington is Fern Gulley (White/Purple) with 335 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
      ▼ What activities are most popular in Burlington?
      Burlington supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Hiking, Trail Running, Snowshoeing, Nordic Skiing.
      ▼ What bike services are there in Burlington?
      The following bike services are available in Burlington:
      • Trail Association (1)
      Browse the full Burlington directory for details.
      ▼ What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Burlington?
      The steepest mountain biking trail in Burlington is Wasteland (White) with an average grade of 5.7%. View all trails sorted by grade.
      ▼ Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Burlington?
      Yes, there are 6 scenic viewpoints marked along trails in Burlington. Some popular viewpoints include: Explore more points of interest to find trails with the best views.
      ▼ Are there any trails with waterfalls in Burlington?
      Yes, there are 1 waterfall locations noted along trails in Burlington. View the points of interest map to discover trails near waterfalls.
      ▼ What trails have the biggest jumps in Burlington?
      The trails with the biggest jumps in Burlington are: Browse all mountain bike trails to find trails with jumps and technical features.
      ▼ Are the trails open in Burlington?
      The overall region status for Burlington is Clear / Green. Out of 48 trails:
      • Clear / Green: 46
      • Minor Issue / Yellow: 2
      View the full trail status page for the latest updates.
      ▼ Can I ride an ebike in Burlington?
      Yes, Burlington supports e-bike riding. There are 58 trails in Burlington 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 Burlington?
      ▼ What are the top sights to see in Burlington?
      There are 3 notable sights in Burlington. Some of the top sights include: Explore all points of interest in Burlington.
      ▼ What are the most popular Strava Segments in Burlington?
      The most popular Strava segments in Burlington are:
      • Stone Cold Vogt (2,072 athletes)
      • NW Passage (2,038 athletes)
      • Miller Time...the fun way (1,952 athletes)
      View all Strava segments in Burlington.
      ▼ What are some popular technical trail features in Burlington?
      There are 1 technical trail features (TTFs) in Burlington. Some popular features include: View all technical trail features in Burlington.
      ▼ Are there local clubs or events in Burlington?
      There are 2 local clubs or associations listed in the Burlington directory. Browse the local directory for details.
      ▼ What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Burlington?
      ▼ What are the best beginner ride trails in Burlington?
      The best beginner mountain biking trails in Burlington are: View all beginner mountain biking trails in Burlington.
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