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      Clemson trails and routes are listed on Trailforks with interactive trail maps, difficulty ratings, photos, and user-reported trail conditions. The Trailforks community has shared hundreds of photos from this region. Supported activity types include Mountain Biking, Horseback, E-Biking, Hiking, Trail Running, Gravel Biking and Adaptive Biking. Popular destinations include Issaqueena Trail System @ Clemson Experimental Forest.
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      Region Status
      Caution as of Sep 21, 2026
      Local Trail Association

      Stats

      Avg Trail Rating
      Trails (view details)
      73
      Trails Mountain Bike
      73
      Trails E-Bike
      72
      Trails Gravel Bike
      19
      Trails Adaptive Bike
      8
      Trails Winter Fat Bike
      16
      Trails Horse
      73
      Trails Hike
      72
      Trails Trail Running
      72
      Total Distance
      63 miles
      Total Descent
      6,988 ft
      Total Vertical
      319 ft
      Highest Trailhead
      983 ft
      Reports
      814
      Photos
      107
      Completed Counter
      10,434
      Sub Regions

      Popular Clemson Mountain Biking Trails

      Dam Road Trail
      • 90 ★ 3.0 • 2 miles • 99 ft • 442 •
      Classic singletrack that defines this area. Trail climbs from the Dam area to the main parking area. Remember to take, right, right left at the first three intersections to stay on this trail.nTrails is as BLUE as any other blue trail...
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      Issaqueena Warning!
      • 95 ★ 4.3 • 2 miles • 45 ft • 412 •
      The system offers approximately 40 miles of diverse single-track and fire roads for mountain biking, /running, and horseback riding. The trails on the southern section offer a more demanding riding experience with punchy climbs and...
      Collarbone Caution
      • 75 ★ 3.5 • 3,415 ft • 12 ft • 317 •
      Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used downhill primary and has a easy overall physical rating. On average it takes 3 minutes to complete this trail.
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      Lawrence
      • 85 ★ 3.0 • 2 miles • 109 ft • 278 •
      Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail. On average it takes 14 minutes to complete this trail.
      Wounded Knee Caution
      • 90 ★ 4.7 • 2,549 ft • 0 ft • 275 •
      Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used downhill primary and has a moderate overall physical rating with a 0 ft blue climb. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 3 minutes to complete this trail.
      Rocky Logging Road DH Caution
      • 85 ★ 0.0 • 2,822 ft • 4 ft • 247 •
      Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail. On average it takes 3 minutes to complete this trail.
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      Wildcat Technical
      • 80 ★ 3.7 • 3,668 ft • 0 ft • 235 •
      Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used downhill primary and has a moderate overall physical rating. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 4 minutes to complete this trail.
      Roy & Dale
      • 80 ★ 0.0 • 2,736 ft • 17 ft • 233 •
      Popular green difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions and has a easy overall physical rating with a 17 ft green climb. On average it takes 2 minutes to complete this trail.

      Recent Ride Log Activity in Region

      Today
      • 1 rides
      Yesterday
      • 3 rides
      Past Week
      • 8 rides

      Clemson Mountain Bike Routes

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      Tour of Issaqueena
      ★ 4.4 • 20 miles • 2,165 ft • 22 • Loop •
      This is a route for exploring middle and upper (Clemson Experimental Forest).
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      Rapids, Pig Horse, Loopity and Bombs Away Return
      8 miles • 1,002 ft • 7 • Loop •
      8 Mile Loop in holly springs area
      Indian Springs
      9 miles • 829 ft • 0 •
      Route #64710598
      • 13 miles • 1,395 ft • 13 •
      Route #66983806
      • 5 miles • 544 ft • 1 •
      Route #71506651
      • 5 miles • 562 ft • 3 •

      Photos of Clemson Mountain Bike

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      Mar 24, 2026 @ 6:33am
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      Nov 14, 2025 @ 1:11pm
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      Jul 26, 2024 @ 9:00am
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      Apr 2, 2023 @ 2:45pm
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      Jan 28, 2023 @ 7:54am
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      Videos of Clemson Mountain Bike

      Loopty Connector @ Issaqueena
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      6:55 | 153 | Dec 30, 2017
      Fast trail @ Issaqueena
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      trail: Fast
      4:21 | 387 | Dec 30, 2017
      'Old' Clemson DH
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      5:10 | 526 | Dec 29, 2017
      Pig Horse trail @ Issaqueena
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      trail: Pig Horse
      8:37 | 581 | Dec 27, 2017
      Rapids Trail @ Issaqueena
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      6:34 | 111 | Dec 27, 2017
      Thanksgiving Day Ride At Blankets Creek
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      trail: Family
      14:36 | 37 | Dec 6, 2016
      Hedleys Segment 2
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      trail: Fast
      0:49 | 178 | Mar 28, 2014
      Riding in Rome
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      trail: Fast
      0:23 | 209 | Feb 21, 2014

      Recent Trail Reports

      statustraildateconditioninfouser
      Bombs Away
      Sep 18, 2026 @ 9:18am (America/New_York)
      Sep 18, 2026
      		 IdealOne tree down on climb out of creek, easy...bgannonsc
      Hunting Arrow
      Aug 19, 2026 @ 9:34am (America/Kentucky/Monticello)
      Aug 19, 2026
      		 IdealGreat trail that needs to be ridden more...sorr
      Double Fork Tree
      Jul 22, 2026 @ 11:43am (America/New_York)
      Jul 22, 2026
      		 DryE-Bike Good trail with lots of roots. If you...BelenBike
      Old Six Mile Road
      Jul 21, 2026 @ 12:35pm (America/Kentucky/Monticello)
      Jul 21, 2026
      		 IdealE-Bike Orangecycle1
      Triple Creek
      Jul 21, 2026 @ 12:35pm (America/Kentucky/Monticello)
      Jul 21, 2026
      		 UnknownE-Bike Orangecycle1
      Vic's Trail
      Jul 21, 2026 @ 12:35pm (America/Kentucky/Monticello)
      Jul 21, 2026
      		 IdealE-Bike Orangecycle1
      Chicken Fire Road
      Jul 21, 2026 @ 12:35pm (America/Kentucky/Monticello)
      Jul 21, 2026
      		 IdealE-Bike Orangecycle1
      Doyle Bottom Road
      Jul 21, 2026 @ 12:35pm (America/Kentucky/Monticello)
      Jul 21, 2026
      		 IdealE-Bike Orangecycle1
      Fast
      Jun 18, 2026 @ 6:27am (America/Kentucky/Monticello)
      Jun 18, 2026
      		 Unknowntrailforks Trailforks
      Weedeater
      Jun 18, 2026 @ 6:27am (America/Kentucky/Monticello)
      Jun 18, 2026
      		 Variabletrailforks Trailforks

      Activity Feed

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      Sep 21, 2026 @ 7:43am
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      Sep 18, 2026 @ 9:11am
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      chuckc0313wishlistrouteactivity #103060740
      Sep 4, 2026 @ 6:22pm
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      zerosameriwishlisttrailactivity #102540337
      Aug 28, 2026 @ 2:51pm
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      Aug 28, 2026 @ 2:36pm
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      Recent Comments

      usernametypetitlecommentdate
      ajridingtrailHunting ArrowNow they had a rake party. Or really a rape...
      Mar 24, 2026 @ 6:39am
      Mar 24, 2026
      ajridingtrailIssaqueenaPlease please please dont put inexperienced...
      Mar 24, 2026 @ 6:32am
      Mar 24, 2026
      MikebbrtrailDouble Logging Rd. TrailThis trail isn’t really rideable very little...
      Nov 23, 2025 @ 2:43pm
      Nov 23, 2025
      ajridingtrailBig Hole LoopPLEASE DO NOT BLOW THE TRAILS, EVER!!!! Huge...
      Oct 26, 2025 @ 10:28am
      Oct 26, 2025
      ajridingtrail12 Mile LoopAll trees cleared. SADLY, someone blew the...
      Oct 26, 2025 @ 9:55am
      Oct 26, 2025

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      Activity Type Stats

      activitytypetrailsdistancedescentdescent distancetotal verticalratingglobal rankstate rankphotosreportsroutesactivity logs
      Mountain Bike7363 miles6,988 ft25 miles318 ft
      		#2,525#90910681436,908
      E-Bike7263 miles6,857 ft25 miles318 ft
      		#2,678#1,0436272368
      Gravel Bike1920 miles1,411 ft7 miles282 ft
      		#2,536#81317417
      Adaptive Bike811 miles722 ft4 miles269 ft
      		#4,654#1,181691
      Winter Fat Bike169 miles1,601 ft5 miles256 ft
      		#953#521
      Horse7363 miles6,988 ft25 miles318 ft
      		#946#574162113
      Hike7263 miles6,939 ft25 miles318 ft
      		#4,340#1,5188131209
      Trail Running7263 miles6,939 ft25 miles318 ft
      		#3,801#1,1378131172

      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ What are the best places to ride in Clemson?
      Clemson has 1 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
      ▼ What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Clemson?
      The highest rated mountain biking trails in Clemson are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by rating.
      ▼ What is the best time of the year to ride in Clemson?
      Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride in Clemson are:
      • June (51 activities)
      • May (49 activities)
      • November (45 activities)
      Check the Clemson reports page for current trail conditions, recent trail reports, and seasonal information from the local community.
      ▼ Where can I park to ride in Clemson?
      There are 8 parking locations listed in Clemson. 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 Clemson?
      The longest trail in Clemson is Hunting Arrow at 4.6 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
      ▼ What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Clemson?
      ▼ What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Clemson?
      ▼ How many trails are in Clemson?
      Clemson has a total of 73 trails. Browse top mountain biking trails in Clemson to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
      ▼ Which trail has the most elevation gain in Clemson?
      The trail with the most elevation gain in Clemson is Hunting Arrow with 524 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
      ▼ Which trail has the most elevation descent in Clemson?
      The trail with the most elevation descent in Clemson is Hunting Arrow with 622 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
      ▼ What activities are most popular in Clemson?
      Clemson supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Gravel Biking, Adaptive Biking, Horseback, Hiking, Trail Running.
      ▼ What bike services are there in Clemson?
      The following bike services are available in Clemson:
      • Trail Association (1)
      • Club (1)
      • Bike Shop (1)
      Browse the full Clemson directory for details.
      ▼ What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Clemson?
      The steepest mountain biking trail in Clemson is Pine Tree Connector with an average grade of 9.2%. View all trails sorted by grade.
      ▼ Are the trails open in Clemson?
      The overall region status for Clemson is Minor Issue / Yellow. Out of 71 trails:
      • Clear / Green: 46
      • Minor Issue / Yellow: 15
      • Significant Issue / Amber: 10
      View the full trail status page for the latest updates.
      ▼ What are the trail conditions in Clemson?
      Based on trail reports from the past week in Clemson:
      • Ideal: 1 trail
      Check the Clemson trail status page for the most current conditions and recent trail reports.
      ▼ Can I ride an ebike in Clemson?
      Yes, Clemson supports e-bike riding. There are 73 trails in Clemson 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 Clemson?
      ▼ What type of bike is most common in Clemson?
      Based on activity log data, the most common bike types used in Clemson are:
      • AM (22 activities)
      • XC (4 activities)
      Check the Clemson activity logs for more details.
      ▼ What are the top sights to see in Clemson?
      There are 2 notable sights in Clemson. Some of the top sights include: Explore all points of interest in Clemson.
      ▼ What are the most popular Strava Segments in Clemson?
      The most popular Strava segments in Clemson are:
      • Collarbone Straightaway (2,002 athletes)
      • Collarbone DH (1,978 athletes)
      • Wildcat Creek to Willow Springs TT (1,861 athletes)
      View all Strava segments in Clemson.
      ▼ What are some popular technical trail features in Clemson?
      There are 2 technical trail features (TTFs) in Clemson. Some popular features include: View all technical trail features in Clemson.
      ▼ Are there accessible or adaptive trails in Clemson?
      Yes, there are 8 accessible/adaptive trails in Clemson. View all adaptive trails in Clemson for specific accessibility information.
      ▼ Are there local clubs or events in Clemson?
      There are 2 local clubs or associations listed in the Clemson directory. Browse the local directory for details.
      ▼ What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Clemson?
      ▼ What are the best beginner ride trails in Clemson?
      The best beginner mountain biking trails in Clemson are: View all beginner mountain biking trails in Clemson.
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