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      Dixon trails and routes are listed on Trailforks with interactive trail maps, difficulty ratings, photos, and user-reported trail conditions. Supported activity types include Hiking, Trail Running, Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Winter Fat Biking, Snowshoeing, Horseback and Snowmobiling. Trails here are often flowy. Scenery includes meadows and ridgelines. Common trail features include berms, rollers and jumps. Many trails are family friendly. Amenities include huts. Popular destinations include Meadows Park and Lowell Park.
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      Region Details
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      Region Status
      Open as of May 1, 2026

      Stats

      Avg Trail Rating
      Trails (view details)
      77
      Trails Mountain Bike
      54
      Trails E-Bike
      39
      Trails Gravel Bike
      29
      Trails Winter Fat Bike
      30
      Trails Horse
      19
      Trails Hike
      77
      Trails Trail Running
      77
      Trails Snowmobile
      19
      Trails Snowshoe
      26
      Trails Nordic Ski
      1
      Total Distance
      28 miles
      Total Descent Distance
      10 miles
      Total Descent
      1,924 ft
      Total Vertical
      169 ft
      Highest Trailhead
      822 ft
      Reports
      77
      Photos
      46
      Completed Counter
      984

      Sub Regions

      Popular Dixon Mountain Biking Trails

      • 60 ★ 5.0 • 4,633 ft • 106 ft • 71 •
      Moderately popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used one direction and has a moderate overall physical rating with a 106 ft green climb. It features jump. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 5 minutes to complete this trail.
      • 55 ★ 4.0 • 797 ft • 0 ft • 40 •
      Start with a limestone kicker then dive between two trees, sail into three downhill berms that force speed to ride out to the bottom all just to climb and do it again.
      • 100 ★ 5.0 • 1,486 ft • 10 ft • 39 •
      The I.C. Rail Trail currently consists of 6 miles of trail broken into sections in the corridor boundary along the Lowell Parkway Trail. The entire single track is rated as a “Blue Trail” (moderate difficulty), although the sections...
      • 70 ★ 4.0 • 2 miles • 112 ft • 38 •
      Named after long time Park District board member Shane Miller, the Miller Mountain Bike Trail is the only trail within Lowell Park that is approved for bikes. Built and maintained by the Rock River Valley Bicycle Club, the trail...
      • 60 ★ 0.0 • 935 ft • 2 ft • 34 •
      Moderately popular green difficulty doubletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions. On average it takes minutes to complete this trail.
      • 55 ★ 4.0 • 5,007 ft • 41 ft • 32 •
      This trail will make you time travel back to the past as you make your way through the ruins of long forgotten structures, an abandoned quarry, a ghostly junkyard and a pond full of musical frogs.
      • 50 ★ 4.0 • 1 mile • 119 ft • 31 •
      This trail brings you downhill close to the river with a nice flow passing an old play ground, a moderate slow climb to the top with a few dips.
      • 40 ★ 4.0 • 958 ft • 71 ft • 28 •
      Take this as an uphill climb to find yourself at the top, ready for the next downhill of your choice.

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      Dixon Mountain Bike Routes

      11 miles • 560 ft • 6 •
      Rock River Madness 10 mile Trail Ride
      13 miles • 587 ft • 7 •
      Rock River Madness 13 mile Trail ride.
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      Rock River Madness 6 Mile Trail

      Photos of Dixon Mountain Bike

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      Recent Trail Reports

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      I.C. Rail Trail 1
      Feb 26, 2024 @ 8:08am
      Feb 26, 2024
      IdealAlmost perfect. Incredible for Februarybsc55
      Time Traveler
      Feb 26, 2024 @ 8:08am
      Feb 26, 2024
      IdealAlmost perfect. Incredible for Februarybsc55
      Merry Go Round
      Feb 26, 2024 @ 8:08am
      Feb 26, 2024
      IdealAlmost perfect. Incredible for Februarybsc55
      Roller Coaster
      Feb 26, 2024 @ 8:08am
      Feb 26, 2024
      IdealAlmost perfect. Incredible for Februarybsc55
      Pick Your Poison
      Nov 13, 2023 @ 10:18pm
      Nov 13, 2023
      VariableLeafy but still good.breuer29
      Slow Roll
      Nov 13, 2023 @ 10:18pm
      Nov 13, 2023
      VariableLeafy but still good.breuer29
      Miller
      Nov 13, 2023 @ 10:18pm
      Nov 13, 2023
      VariableLeafy but still good.breuer29
      Everlasting
      Nov 13, 2023 @ 10:18pm
      Nov 13, 2023
      VariableLeafy but still good.breuer29
      Short But Sketchy
      Nov 13, 2023 @ 10:18pm
      Nov 13, 2023
      VariableLeafy but still good.breuer29
      Callous
      Nov 13, 2023 @ 10:18pm
      Nov 13, 2023
      VariableLeafy but still good.breuer29

      Activity Feed

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      StiensR92riddentrailactivity #104762382
      Sep 27, 2026 @ 7:54pm
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      May 5, 2026 @ 3:41am
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      Dec 16, 2025 @ 10:55am
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      SausageKing26votetrailactivity #82904686
      Oct 23, 2025 @ 6:58pm
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      Oct 5, 2025 @ 3:21pm
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      Local Badges


      Activity Type Stats

      activitytypetrailsdistancedescentdescent distancetotal verticalratingglobal rankstate rankphotosreportsroutesactivity logs
      Mountain Bike5420 miles1,339 ft7 miles171 ft
      #5,571#2335773670
      E-Bike3917 miles1,079 ft5 miles171 ft
      #5,743#73741
      Gravel Bike2910 miles869 ft4 miles164 ft
      #1,841#89912
      Winter Fat Bike3011 miles692 ft3 miles167 ft
      #2,529#448
      Horse199 miles476 ft4 miles171 ft
      #2,717#6315
      Hike7728 miles1,923 ft10 miles171 ft
      #5,853#907750
      Trail Running7728 miles1,923 ft10 miles171 ft
      #3,019#161177114
      Snowmobile1910 miles479 ft4 miles171 ft
      #369#37
      Snowshoe2614 miles909 ft5 miles171 ft
      #1,153#177
      Nordic Ski12 miles112 ft3,356 ft69 ft

      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ What are the best places to ride in Dixon?
      Dixon has 2 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
      ▼ What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Dixon?
      The highest rated mountain biking trails in Dixon are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by rating.
      ▼ What is the best time of the year to ride in Dixon?
      Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride in Dixon are:
      • April (11 activities)
      • August (7 activities)
      • June (6 activities)
      Check the Dixon reports page for current trail conditions, recent trail reports, and seasonal information from the local community.
      ▼ Where can I park to ride in Dixon?
      There are 6 parking locations listed in Dixon. 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 Dixon?
      The longest trail in Dixon is Miller at 1.6 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
      ▼ What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Dixon?
      ▼ What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Dixon?
      ▼ How many trails are in Dixon?
      Dixon has a total of 77 trails. Of those, 54 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in Dixon to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
      ▼ Which trail has the most elevation gain in Dixon?
      The trail with the most elevation gain in Dixon is Merry Go Round with 119 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
      ▼ Which trail has the most elevation descent in Dixon?
      The trail with the most elevation descent in Dixon is Everlasting with 121 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
      ▼ What activities are most popular in Dixon?
      Dixon supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Winter Fat Biking, Horseback, Hiking, Trail Running, Snowmobiling, Snowshoeing.
      ▼ What bike services are there in Dixon?
      The following bike services are available in Dixon:
      • Club (1)
      • Bike Shop (1)
      • Trail Association (1)
      Browse the full Dixon directory for details.
      ▼ What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Dixon?
      The steepest mountain biking trail in Dixon is Callous with an average grade of 7.6%. View all trails sorted by grade.
      ▼ Are the trails open in Dixon?
      The overall region status for Dixon is Clear / Green. Out of 22 trails:
      • Clear / Green: 21
      • Minor Issue / Yellow: 1
      View the full trail status page for the latest updates.
      ▼ Can I ride an ebike in Dixon?
      Yes, Dixon supports e-bike riding. There are 38 trails in Dixon 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 Dixon?
      ▼ What type of bike is most common in Dixon?
      Based on activity log data, the most common bike types used in Dixon are:
      • AM (2 activities)
      Check the Dixon activity logs for more details.
      ▼ What are the most popular Strava Segments in Dixon?
      The most popular Strava segments in Dixon are:
      • Flow n Gully (273 athletes)
      • Lowell Park Lookout downhill (239 athletes)
      • RollerTop (205 athletes)
      View all Strava segments in Dixon.
      ▼ Are there local clubs or events in Dixon?
      There are 2 local clubs or associations listed in the Dixon directory. Browse the local directory for details.
      ▼ What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Dixon?
      ▼ What are the best beginner ride trails in Dixon?
      The best beginner mountain biking trails in Dixon are: View all beginner mountain biking trails in Dixon.
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