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SaveDryden 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, Winter Fat Biking, Gravel Biking, Snowshoeing and Adaptive Biking. Scenery includes lakes and views. Popular destinations include Ghost Lake and Aaron Provincial Park.
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- Mountain Bike
18 trails
- Gravel Bike
8 trails
- Adaptive Bike
4 trails
- Winter Fat Bike
13 trails
- Hike
20 trails
- Trail Running
20 trails
- Snowshoe
6 trails
Region Details
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Region Status
Open as of Aug 9, 2026Stats
- Avg Trail Rating
- Trails (view details)
- 20
- Trails Mountain Bike
- 18
- Trails Gravel Bike
- 8
- Trails Adaptive Bike
- 4
- Trails Winter Fat Bike
- 13
- Trails Hike
- 20
- Trails Trail Running
- 20
- Trails Snowshoe
- 6
- Total Distance
- 19 miles
- Total Descent
- 1,366 ft
- Total Vertical
- 232 ft
- Highest Trailhead
- 1,453 ft
- Reports
- 45
- Photos
- 54
- Completed Counter
- 609
Sub Regions
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Aaron Provincial Park
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Ghost Lake
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Popular Dryden Mountain Biking Trails
• 85 ★ 3.5 • 1 mile • 30 ft • 66 •
A unique Mavis lakeshore romp with plenty to offer intermediate riders. Lakeside single track gives way to old doubletrack.
• 100 ★ 4.0 • 1 mile • 86 ft • 63 •
Beginning at the end of Ferguson Trail, this reversible loop offers some scenic and elevated lakeshore terrain and fast flowy downhill on the inside.
• 90 ★ 4.8 • 2 miles • 223 ft • 61 •
Developed over the summer of 2012 with the help of the Ontario Junior Rangers, The Hill Billy Trail utilizes similar terrain to nearby Rollercoaster.
• 40 ★ 4.4 • 1 mile • 52 ft • 58 •
A popular trail to hone basic mountain bike skills, without straying too far from the car. The Boneyard winds through mature jack pine forests on flatter terrain that is suitable for all skill levels. Pairs nicely with Starlight
• 50 ★ 4.3 • 1 mile • 192 ft • 52 •
This is gnome country. Navigate the elevated ridge separating Ghost and Mavis Lakes. Strenuous and technical, ride within your ability you are a long way out.
• 60 ★ 4.2 • 1 mile • 161 ft • 49 •
The crown jewel of the Ghost/Mavis Trail System, The Ferguson Trail is Canadian Shield riding at its best. Technically demanding great fun in unique terrain. A must do in any season!
• 65 ★ 4.8 • 4,061 ft • 88 ft • 45 •
Built in the reforested area, Rollercoaster takes advantage of some of the area's highest terrain. A moderately strenuous climb rewards intermediate bikers with a great view and a plunging, twisting descent through banked corners to the...
Photos of Dryden Mountain Bike
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Recent Trail Reports
| status | trail | date | condition | info | user |
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| Ferguson Backside | Aug 9, 2026 @ 3:42pm (America/Winnipeg) Aug 9, 2026 | Ideal | trailrunnerx | ||
| Access Rd | Aug 9, 2026 @ 3:42pm (America/Winnipeg) Aug 9, 2026 | Ideal | trailrunnerx | ||
| Ghost Hollow Loop 1 | Aug 9, 2026 @ 3:42pm (America/Winnipeg) Aug 9, 2026 | Ideal | trailrunnerx | ||
| Ferguson Trail | Aug 9, 2026 @ 3:42pm (America/Winnipeg) Aug 9, 2026 | Ideal | trailrunnerx | ||
| Ghost Hollow Loop 2 | Jul 31, 2026 @ 12:56pm (America/Winnipeg) Jul 31, 2026 | Variable | MarkWhiteside | ||
| Root-A-Bega | Aug 25, 2025 @ 8:45am Aug 25, 2025 | Ideal | Mattb3jsTy | ||
| Squirrel Nuts | Aug 25, 2025 @ 8:45am Aug 25, 2025 | Ideal | Mattb3jsTy | ||
| Starlight | Aug 6, 2024 @ 2:29pm Aug 6, 2024 | Unknown | reynardmauricio | ||
| Rollercoaster | Aug 6, 2024 @ 2:28pm Aug 6, 2024 | Ideal | reynardmauricio | ||
| The Boneyard | Aug 4, 2024 @ 9:46am Aug 4, 2024 | Ideal | bike4adventure |
Activity Feed
| username | action | type | title | date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| alexstubbs | add | photo | activity #106340780 | Oct 21, 2026 @ 1:53pm 3 days |
| Lornop | add | photo | activity #103643950 | Sep 12, 2026 @ 12:04pm Sep 12, 2026 |
| Lornop | vote | trail | activity #103643728 | Sep 12, 2026 @ 12:01pm Sep 12, 2026 |
| trailrunnerx | add | report | activity #101130222 and 3 more | Aug 9, 2026 @ 6:47pm Aug 9, 2026 |
| MarkWhiteside | add | report | activity #100442126 | Jul 31, 2026 @ 3:27pm Jul 31, 2026 |
Recent Comments
| username | type | title | comment | date |
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| report | I though this trail was closed for mining?? | Aug 25, 2025 @ 8:24pm Aug 25, 2025 | ||
| trail | Nice ride, tight and technical but not overly.... | Aug 28, 2021 @ 3:47pm Aug 28, 2021 | ||
| trail | Great ride with various terrain and a... | Aug 28, 2021 @ 3:43pm Aug 28, 2021 | ||
| trail | The baby heads can get you! Thought I could... | Aug 6, 2017 @ 2:04pm Aug 6, 2017 | ||
| trail | I really liked the flow here. Pick up the... | Aug 6, 2017 @ 2:02pm Aug 6, 2017 |
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Activity Type Stats
| activitytype | trails | distance | descent | descent distance | total vertical | rating | global rank | state rank | photos | reports | routes | activity logs |
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| Mountain Bike | 18 | 17 miles | 1,299 ft | 6 miles | 233 ft | #5,974 | #98 | 50 | 45 | 520 | ||
| Gravel Bike | 8 | 4 miles | 164 ft | 2 miles | 226 ft | #3,222 | #74 | 2 | 2 | |||
| Adaptive Bike | 4 | 3 miles | 89 ft | 5,262 ft | 138 ft | #6,135 | #101 | 2 | ||||
| Winter Fat Bike | 13 | 15 miles | 1,214 ft | 5 miles | 144 ft | #2,452 | #68 | 40 | ||||
| Hike | 20 | 19 miles | 1,365 ft | 6 miles | 233 ft | #8,978 | #165 | 4 | 45 | 20 | ||
| Trail Running | 20 | 19 miles | 1,365 ft | 6 miles | 233 ft | #8,462 | #151 | 45 | 9 | |||
| Snowshoe | 6 | 3 miles | 144 ft | 1 mile | 59 ft | #1,653 | #171 | 2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the best places to ride in Dryden?
Dryden has 2 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
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What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Dryden?
The highest rated mountain biking trails in Dryden are:
- Rollercoaster (4.4/5)
- Hill Billy Trail (4.2/5)
- Ferguson Backside (4.2/5)
- The Boneyard (4.2/5)
- Ghost Hollow Loop 2 (4.1/5)
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Where can I park to ride in Dryden?
There are 1 parking locations listed in Dryden. The most popular parking spots are:
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What is the longest trail in Dryden?
The longest trail in Dryden is Hill Billy Trail at 2.4 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
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What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Dryden?
The best hiking trails in Dryden are: View all hiking trails sorted by popularity score.
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What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Dryden?
The best trail running trails in Dryden are: View all trail running trails sorted by popularity score.
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How many trails are in Dryden?
Dryden has a total of 20 trails. Of those, 18 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in Dryden to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
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Which trail has the most elevation gain in Dryden?
The trail with the most elevation gain in Dryden is Root-A-Bega with 223 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
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Which trail has the most elevation descent in Dryden?
The trail with the most elevation descent in Dryden is Root-A-Bega with 215 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
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What activities are most popular in Dryden?
Dryden supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, Gravel Biking, Adaptive Biking, Winter Fat Biking, Hiking, Trail Running, Snowshoeing.
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What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Dryden?
The steepest mountain biking trail in Dryden is Ferguson Backside with an average grade of 1.7%. View all trails sorted by grade.
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Are the trails open in Dryden?
Out of 11 trails:
- Clear / Green: 7
- Minor Issue / Yellow: 3
- Significant Issue / Amber: 1
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What are the most popular Strava Segments in Dryden?
The most popular Strava segments in Dryden are:
- Hillbilly FWD (100 athletes)
- Half of Coaster (Turnoff from Hillbilly) (89 athletes)
- Squirrel Nuts 2 the car (77 athletes)
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Are there accessible or adaptive trails in Dryden?
Yes, there are 4 accessible/adaptive trails in Dryden. View all adaptive trails in Dryden for specific accessibility information.
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What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Dryden?
The most popular mountain biking trails in Dryden are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by popularity.
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What are the best beginner ride trails in Dryden?
The best beginner mountain biking trails in Dryden are:
- The Boneyard (4.4/5)
- Old Doubletrack (4/5)
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