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      Cedar Falls trails and routes are listed on Trailforks with interactive trail maps, difficulty ratings, photos, and user-reported trail conditions. Supported activity types include Mountain Biking, Hiking, Trail Running, Winter Fat Biking, Adaptive Biking and E-Biking. Popular destinations include George Wyth State Park and Hartman Reserve Nature Center.
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      Region Details
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      Region Status
      Open as of Sep 8, 2025
      Local Trail Association

      Stats

      Avg Trail Rating
      Trails (view details)
      38
      Trails Mountain Bike
      38
      Trails E-Bike
      7
      Trails Gravel Bike
      30
      Trails Adaptive Bike
      16
      Trails Winter Fat Bike
      22
      Trails Hike
      38
      Trails Trail Running
      38
      Total Distance
      49 miles
      Total Descent
      1,436 ft
      Total Vertical
      129 ft
      Highest Trailhead
      963 ft
      Reports
      61
      Completed Counter
      1,094
      Sub Regions

      Popular Cedar Falls Mountain Biking Trails

      100 0.0 1,483 ft 0 ft 65
      Popular white difficulty paved path. This multi-use trail can be used both directions and has a easy overall physical rating with a 0 ft green climb. On average it takes 1 minutes to complete this trail.
      85 3.7 4,117 ft 3 ft 54
      Joe's Trail mapped as marked by physical trail markers
      80 0.0 2,126 ft 13 ft 49
      Popular white difficulty paved path. This multi-use trail can be used both directions and has a easy overall physical rating with a 13 ft green climb. On average it takes 1 minutes to complete this trail.
      95 3.0 1,906 ft 0 ft 47
      Popular green difficulty family friendly singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions and has a easy overall physical rating with a 0 ft green climb. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 2 minutes to complete this trail.
      100 0.0 1,548 ft 15 ft 47
      Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 1 minutes to complete this trail.
      75 3.0 2,743 ft 8 ft 44
      Popular green difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions and has a easy overall physical rating with a 8 ft green climb. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 3 minutes to complete this trail.
      60 3.0 4,872 ft 128 ft 38
      Moderately popular green difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 5 minutes to complete this trail.
      95 4.0 1,939 ft 2 ft 36
      Popular green difficulty family friendly singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions and has a easy overall physical rating with a 2 ft green climb. Adaptive MTB rating: amtb green. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 2 minutes to complete this trail.

      Recent Ride Log Activity in Region

      Today
      • 0 rides
      Yesterday
      • 0 rides
      Past Week
      • 3 rides

      Recent Trail Reports

      statustraildateconditioninfouser
      Twisty Trail
      Sep 8, 2025 @ 7:10am
      Sep 8, 2025
      Prevalent MudCouple sections looked to be VERY muddy...Iowaviking
      Fisherman's Trail
      Sep 8, 2025 @ 7:07am
      Sep 8, 2025
      Prevalent MudCouple sections looked to be VERY muddy...Iowaviking
      Joe's Trail
      Sep 8, 2025 @ 7:01am
      Sep 8, 2025
      UnknownThere was a large tree down across trail,...Iowaviking
      Lodge Loop
      Sep 8, 2025 @ 7:01am
      Sep 8, 2025
      UnknownThere was a large tree down across trail,...Iowaviking
      Wonderland
      Sep 8, 2025 @ 7:01am
      Sep 8, 2025
      UnknownThere was a large tree down across trail,...Iowaviking
      Campground
      Apr 12, 2025 @ 10:59am
      Apr 12, 2025
      IdealKeitarono
      Hikers Trail
      Jan 21, 2024 @ 8:06am
      Jan 21, 2024
      Snow GroomedSnowshoe jtaiber
      BLT
      Jun 8, 2023 @ 1:26am
      Jun 8, 2023
      VariableLight Mud in places but all in all in...joshkerns56
      Lodge to your Left
      Jun 8, 2023 @ 1:26am
      Jun 8, 2023
      VariableLight Mud in places but all in all in...joshkerns56
      Huggy Bear
      Jun 8, 2023 @ 1:26am
      Jun 8, 2023
      VariableLight Mud in places but all in all in...joshkerns56

      Activity Feed

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      May 13, 2026 @ 6:52pm
      May 13, 2026
      Devs4liferiddentrailactivity #93410726 and 5 more
      Apr 25, 2026 @ 8:12pm
      Apr 25, 2026
      791YXcriddentrailactivity #80755998 and 2 more
      Sep 20, 2025 @ 11:05am
      Sep 20, 2025

      Recent Comments

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      piperguy416trailSouth Riverside BridgeThis is Krieg’s Crossing, not the South...
      Aug 5, 2022 @ 5:59am
      Aug 5, 2022
      JakeHulsteintrailSherwood ForestA great flowy trail for all skill levels
      Apr 10, 2020 @ 12:32pm
      Apr 10, 2020

      Local Badges


      Activity Type Stats

      activitytypetrailsdistancedescentdescent distancetotal verticalratingglobal rankstate rankphotosreportsroutesactivity logs
      Mountain Bike3849 miles1,437 ft10 miles128 ft
      #8,333#2,669593,164
      E-Bike715 miles203 ft4 miles118 ft
      #7,248#2,178425
      Gravel Bike3042 miles574 ft8 miles118 ft
      #5,283#1,7333115
      Adaptive Bike1629 miles505 ft7 miles118 ft
      #2,948#6145
      Winter Fat Bike2230 miles341 ft6 miles118 ft
      #1,867#34033
      Hike3849 miles1,437 ft10 miles128 ft
      #5,707#2,0045936
      Trail Running3849 miles1,437 ft10 miles128 ft
      #4,887#1,51259426

      Frequently Asked Questions

      What are the best places to ride in Cedar Falls?
      Cedar Falls has 2 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
      What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Cedar Falls?
      The highest rated mountain biking trails in Cedar Falls are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by rating.
      Where can I park to ride in Cedar Falls?
      There are 1 parking locations listed in Cedar Falls. The most popular parking spots are:
      What is the longest trail in Cedar Falls?
      The longest trail in Cedar Falls is Cedar Prairie Trail at 7.9 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
      What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Cedar Falls?
      What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Cedar Falls?
      How many trails are in Cedar Falls?
      Cedar Falls has a total of 38 trails. Browse top mountain biking trails in Cedar Falls to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
      Which trail has the most elevation gain in Cedar Falls?
      The trail with the most elevation gain in Cedar Falls is Canfield with 256 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
      Which trail has the most elevation descent in Cedar Falls?
      The trail with the most elevation descent in Cedar Falls is Canfield with 236 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
      What activities are most popular in Cedar Falls?
      Cedar Falls supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Adaptive Biking, Winter Fat Biking, Hiking, Trail Running.
      What bike services are there in Cedar Falls?
      The following bike services are available in Cedar Falls:
      • Bike Shop (2)
      • Trail Association (1)
      Browse the full Cedar Falls directory for details.
      What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Cedar Falls?
      The steepest mountain biking trail in Cedar Falls is Main Street Trail with an average grade of 0.6%. View all trails sorted by grade.
      Are the trails open in Cedar Falls?
      The overall region status for Cedar Falls is Clear / Green. Out of 21 trails:
      • Clear / Green: 14
      • Minor Issue / Yellow: 7
      View the full trail status page for the latest updates.
      Can I ride an ebike in Cedar Falls?
      Yes, Cedar Falls supports e-bike riding. However, individual trail e-bike permissions vary. Check the e-bike trails listing for specific trail access details and any local regulations.
      What are the most popular Strava Segments in Cedar Falls?
      The most popular Strava segments in Cedar Falls are:
      • Bullfrog Bayou Run (2,394 athletes)
      • Big Woods Loop (1,408 athletes)
      • Big Woods CW (707 athletes)
      View all Strava segments in Cedar Falls.
      Are there accessible or adaptive trails in Cedar Falls?
      Yes, there are 16 accessible/adaptive trails in Cedar Falls. View all adaptive trails in Cedar Falls for specific accessibility information.
      Are there local clubs or events in Cedar Falls?
      There are 1 local clubs or associations listed in the Cedar Falls directory. Browse the local directory for details.
      What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Cedar Falls?
      What are the best beginner ride trails in Cedar Falls?
      The best beginner mountain biking trails in Cedar Falls are: View all beginner mountain biking trails in Cedar Falls.
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