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      Downingtown 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, Nordic Skiing, Horseback, Winter Fat Biking, Gravel Biking, Adaptive Biking and E-Biking. Popular destinations include Marsh Creek State Park and Harmony Hill.
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      Region Status
      Open as of 14 hours
      Local Trail Association

      Stats

      Avg Trail Rating
      Trails (view details)
      95
      Trails Mountain Bike
      93
      Trails E-Bike
      4
      Trails Gravel Bike
      18
      Trails Adaptive Bike
      7
      Trails Winter Fat Bike
      42
      Trails Horse
      45
      Trails Hike
      95
      Trails Trail Running
      95
      Trails Dirtbike/Moto
      1
      Trails Nordic Ski
      58
      Total Distance
      53 miles
      Total Descent
      3,781 ft
      Total Vertical
      362 ft
      Highest Trailhead
      543 ft
      Reports
      1,263
      Photos
      98
      Completed Counter
      25,705
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      Popular Downingtown Mountain Biking Trails

      100 4.9 1,417 ft 0 ft 756
      is a short but fun (mostly) downward trail if ridden from the Extension. There are great views riding along the lake leading up to the start of the trail. The trail is 100% singletrack with tight, twisty sections and a few small berms....
      75 3.5 2,018 ft 81 ft 738
      Ride out from the west side boat ramp down along Marsh Creek and then climb out and up
      90 4.7 2 miles 168 ft 694
      Long section or rocks along the Carpenter's Cove shoreline. A fun trail with lots of flow when ridden counter-clockwise. A physical challenge when ridden clockwise. Many fun bonus lines to be had in both directions.
      100 3.9 1 mile 51 ft 684
      The First Trail you will encounter at Marsh Creek State Park. consists of small rock gardens, ladder bridges, and a few optional lines.Once you have ridden the trail a few times, it begins to flow really well. Many hikers use this trail...
      100 3.0 1,234 ft 6 ft 635
      Gravel road on top of the dam. Beautiful scenery.
      85 4.6 1,657 ft 3 ft 625
      Black/Blue trail depending on experience level. One extremely sharp and rooty left-hand corner 2/3 of the way down.
      85 2.5 1,017 ft 45 ft 584
      Gravel road (2-Tracker) climbing up from the bottom of . Only way to climb out from this trail other than climbing back up .
      80 3.8 3,878 ft 151 ft 557
      A fun yet challenging trail for novice riders. There is one steep, off-camber switchback about half way through.

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      Downingtown Mountain Bike Routes

      2.0 9 miles 877 ft 7
      This goes over to and to the school as well as having the most fun parts of harmony hill on the route.
      5.0 9 miles 820 ft 6 Loop
      9 Mile loop with some technical parts and some good hill climbs.
      15 miles 1,368 ft 27 Loop
      A taste of both the South-East and the North West-Side, starting from the Dorland Mills (Cheater) lot.
      4.0 10 miles 868 ft 0
      I'd say it straddles the line between green and blue. More technical than Nockamixon but, and good deal...
      4 miles 259 ft 6 Out & Back
      This is a decent beginner route utilizing the Horse Trails side of Marsh Creek. It is used for taking the...
      4 miles 204 ft 4

      Photos of Downingtown Mountain Bike

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      Videos of Downingtown Mountain Bike

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      0:05 | 118 | Dec 2, 2024
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      0:06 | 88 | Oct 30, 2022
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      0:31 | 419 | Feb 21, 2022
      Night Ride
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      0:11 | 213 | Aug 17, 2020
      MTB Marsh Creek Ranger Wassel
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      6:15 | 256 | Aug 17, 2023 , Downingtown
      MTB at Marsh Creek State Park  - Dorlan Mill...
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      7:38 | 220 | Aug 17, 2023 , Downingtown
      MTB Bonus Loop Trail Marsh Creek State Park
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      17:44 | 299 | Aug 17, 2023 , Downingtown
      2022 MTB Marsh Creek State Park Up to Teeter...
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      7:23 | 266 | Aug 17, 2023 , Downingtown

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      Recent Comments

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      Philip3V1VzgtrailWhite/Black TrailWe ex
      Apr 27, 2026 @ 5:54am
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      dquittnertrailChalfant Middle TrailRode this trail 7/18/25 - bees nest at downed...
      Jul 18, 2025 @ 10:56am
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      rickv85trailNext TimeI was pretty disappointed in this one. The...
      Oct 24, 2024 @ 3:56am
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      rickv85trailSole TrailDefinitely one of the better downhills at...
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      JustinLavishtrailYellow/Black TrailAlmost reminds me of sections of Darling Hill...
      Sep 9, 2024 @ 12:25pm
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      Activity Type Stats

      activitytypetrailsdistancedescentdescent distancetotal verticalratingglobal rankstate rankphotosreportsroutesactivity logs
      Mountain Bike9351 miles3,573 ft20 miles361 ft
      #484#178971,263532,350
      E-Bike44 miles220 ft4,026 ft180 ft
      #8,785#2,6731,1103864
      Gravel Bike1827 miles823 ft11 miles299 ft
      #2,346#725157133
      Adaptive Bike77 miles190 ft2 miles266 ft
      #5,551#1,5011032
      Winter Fat Bike4213 miles1,158 ft5 miles256 ft
      #2,176#439553
      Horse4514 miles846 ft4 miles226 ft
      #2,003#1,0481701
      Hike9553 miles3,780 ft21 miles361 ft
      #4,153#1,46511,26311,308
      Trail Running9553 miles3,780 ft21 miles361 ft
      #3,737#1,1151,2631729
      Dirtbike/Moto11 mile115 ft
      1402
      Nordic Ski5820 miles1,493 ft6 miles236 ft
      #852#3304913

      Frequently Asked Questions

      What are the best places to ride in Downingtown?
      Downingtown has 2 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
      What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Downingtown?
      The highest rated mountain biking trails in Downingtown are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by rating.
      Where can I park to ride in Downingtown?
      There are 9 parking locations listed in Downingtown. 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 Downingtown?
      The longest trail in Downingtown is Struble Trail at 2.7 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
      What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Downingtown?
      What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Downingtown?
      The best trail running trails in Downingtown are: View all trail running trails sorted by popularity score.
      How many trails are in Downingtown?
      Downingtown has a total of 95 trails. Of those, 93 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in Downingtown to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
      Which trail has the most elevation gain in Downingtown?
      The trail with the most elevation gain in Downingtown is Green Trail with 219 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
      Which trail has the most elevation descent in Downingtown?
      The trail with the most elevation descent in Downingtown is White/Black Trail with 224 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
      What activities are most popular in Downingtown?
      Downingtown supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Gravel Biking, Adaptive Biking, Winter Fat Biking, Horseback, Hiking, Trail Running, Nordic Skiing.
      What bike services are there in Downingtown?
      The following bike services are available in Downingtown:
      • Bike Shop (2)
      Browse the full Downingtown directory for details.
      What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Downingtown?
      The steepest mountain biking trail in Downingtown is Connector Trail with an average grade of 23.8%. View all trails sorted by grade.
      Are the trails open in Downingtown?
      The overall region status for Downingtown is Clear / Green. Out of 83 trails:
      • Clear / Green: 68
      • Minor Issue / Yellow: 9
      • Significant Issue / Amber: 5
      • Closed: 1
      View the full trail status page for the latest updates.
      What are the trail conditions in Downingtown?
      Based on trail reports from the past week in Downingtown:
      • Variable: 16 trails
      Check the Downingtown trail status page for the most current conditions and recent trail reports.
      Can I ride an ebike in Downingtown?
      Yes, Downingtown supports e-bike riding. There are 4 trails in Downingtown 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 Downingtown?
      What are the most popular Strava Segments in Downingtown?
      The most popular Strava segments in Downingtown are:
      • Matthews Road - Vanguard Blvd to N Cedar Hollow (4,911 athletes)
      • Alt from Black to Grey (3,297 athletes)
      • Dam to Boat Launch Trail (2,913 athletes)
      View all Strava segments in Downingtown.
      What are some popular technical trail features in Downingtown?
      There are 7 technical trail features (TTFs) in Downingtown. Some popular features include: View all technical trail features in Downingtown.
      What trails are closed in Downingtown?
      There are currently 1 closed trails in Downingtown. The breakdown of all trail statuses is:
      • Clear / Green: 68
      • Minor Issue / Yellow: 9
      • Significant Issue / Amber: 5
      • Closed: 1
      View all closed trails for the latest updates.
      Are there accessible or adaptive trails in Downingtown?
      Yes, there are 7 accessible/adaptive trails in Downingtown. View all adaptive trails in Downingtown for specific accessibility information.
      What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Downingtown?
      What are the best beginner ride trails in Downingtown?
      The best beginner mountain biking trails in Downingtown are: View all beginner mountain biking trails in Downingtown.
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