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      Purpose built mountain bike singletrack in a stacked loop system. 30k of singletrack; four coloured loops all intersections signed with arrows.

      Rocky and rooty.

      The top mountain bike specific trail network in Eastern Ontario / West QC. The Forest Lea mountain bike trails are developed and maintained by volunteer riders in the Ottawa Valley. RIDE AT YOUR OWN RISK!
      Primary Trail Type: Cross-Country
      Land Status: Crown Land
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      Access Info:
      Trails are located at the end of Forest Lea Rd., West of Pembroke, exit S. off Hwy. 17, travel 5 km to end of pavement.
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      Region Details
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      Region Status
      Open as of Jul 12, 2026

      Stats

      Avg Trail Rating
      Trails (view details)
      57
      Trails Mountain Bike
      49
      Trails E-Bike
      33
      Trails Gravel Bike
      13
      Trails Winter Fat Bike
      1
      Trails Horse
      1
      Trails Hike
      50
      Trails Trail Running
      50
      Trails Snowshoe
      12
      Trails Nordic Ski
      20
      Total Distance
      33 miles
      Total Descent Distance
      10 miles
      Total Descent
      929 ft
      Total Vertical
      155 ft
      Highest Trailhead
      704 ft
      Reports
      723
      Photos
      30
      Completed Counter
      2,280

      Popular Forest Lea Mountain Biking Trails

      35 3.0 1 mile 6 ft 102
      Less popular blue difficulty family friendly singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions and has a moderate overall physical rating with a 6 ft blue climb. It features ladder bridge and rock garden. On average it takes 17 minutes to complete this trail.
      100 5.0 1,909 ft 0 ft 93
      Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions and has a moderate overall physical rating with a 0 ft green climb. It features bridge. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 2 minutes to complete this trail.
      30 3.0 1 mile 16 ft 90
      Purpose built single track. It's a shorter loop of the Forest Lea system - rolling terrain gains a ridge and drops down to a small lake. It's rocky and rooty like all Forest Lea Trails. Several very difficult climbs with lots of tech.
      85 2.5 3,133 ft 14 ft 86
      Pine tree cruising, marked as part of .
      45 3.0 312 ft 0 ft 79
      Flow sections with moderate tech sections perfect for beginner riders to progress on to an easier blue trail.
      60 3.5 1,719 ft 12 ft 76
      Y not? Part of Red.
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      100 0.0 1,614 ft 6 ft 70
      Fun with lots of flow small tech section at the end with an easy go around.
      95 5.0 3,071 ft 14 ft 69
      Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions with a 14 ft blue climb. It features bridge and rock garden. On average it takes 7 minutes to complete this trail.

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      Forest Lea Mountain Bike Routes

      5.0 4 miles 130 ft 12
      Start at big tree and ride down to 2. Start off with some nice flow and then a moderate climb. But then...
      4.0 7 miles 226 ft 8
      Forest Lea Enduro 10km loop for 2023
      6 miles 110 ft 8 Loop
      A short loop starting at and Finishing up at .
      2 miles 50 ft 1
      3km Race route for the Forest Lea Enduro and Trail run.
      3.0 17 miles 472 ft 23
      Forest Lea Enduro 25/50km loop.
      6 miles 154 ft 12 Loop
      Ride Through The , Up To The Fence Until You Meet Roger (9k)

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      Videos of Forest Lea Mountain Bike

      Forest Lea | Boy, I hate wet wood!
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      12:43 | 742 | Sep 21, 2018

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      Recent Comments

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      jj998888reportJolly RogerTree down across trail ~100m up from parking
      Jun 28, 2023 @ 5:13pm
      Jun 28, 2023
      rdolishny2trailOliver's LoopThe perfect introduction to this forest....
      Aug 28, 2022 @ 8:56pm
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      rdolishny2trailSwamp OverlookBrutal. This is a black Diamond. Extreme roots...
      Aug 28, 2022 @ 8:55pm
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      mmjohnsonreportBrian's BridgeNew bridge in place! Good to go!
      Apr 24, 2022 @ 3:12pm
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      GALjOWreportPre-pinesTree down
      Apr 18, 2022 @ 11:28am
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      Activity Type Stats

      activitytypetrailsdistancedescentdescent distancetotal verticalratingglobal rankstate rankphotosreportsroutesactivity logs
      Mountain Bike4926 miles741 ft7 miles154 ft
      #4,944#963072181,119
      E-Bike3315 miles440 ft4 miles151 ft
      #5,373#115712119
      Gravel Bike139 miles220 ft3 miles115 ft
      #3,514#80
      Winter Fat Bike11 mile16 ft1,194 ft20 ft
      #3,514#8013
      Horse12,057 ft3 ft207 ft33 ft
      4
      Hike5026 miles748 ft8 miles154 ft
      #6,610#11772177
      Trail Running5026 miles748 ft8 miles154 ft
      #5,887#61721327
      Snowshoe128 miles226 ft2 miles154 ft
      #1,019#117125
      Nordic Ski2012 miles364 ft4 miles154 ft
      #758#536108

      Frequently Asked Questions About Forest Lea

      What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Forest Lea?
      The highest rated mountain biking trails in Forest Lea are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by rating.
      What is the best time of the year to ride in Forest Lea?
      Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride in Forest Lea are:
      • September (29 activities)
      • June (16 activities)
      • July (15 activities)
      Check the Forest Lea reports page for current trail conditions, recent trail reports, and seasonal information from the local community.
      Where can I park to ride in Forest Lea?
      There are 1 parking locations listed in Forest Lea. The most popular parking spots are:
      What is the longest trail in Forest Lea?
      The longest trail in Forest Lea is Oliver's Loop at 3.2 km. View all trails sorted by distance.
      What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Forest Lea?
      What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Forest Lea?
      How many trails are in Forest Lea?
      Forest Lea has a total of 57 trails. Of those, 49 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in Forest Lea to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
      Which trail has the most elevation gain in Forest Lea?
      The trail with the most elevation gain in Forest Lea is Maple Syrup with 23 m of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
      Which trail has the most elevation descent in Forest Lea?
      The trail with the most elevation descent in Forest Lea is Rocky Top with 26 m of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
      What activities are most popular in Forest Lea?
      Forest Lea supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Hiking, Trail Running, Snowshoeing, Nordic Skiing.
      What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Forest Lea?
      The steepest mountain biking trail in Forest Lea is White Rim To Roller Coaster with an average grade of 2.2%. View all trails sorted by grade.
      Are the trails open in Forest Lea?
      The overall region status for Forest Lea is Clear / Green. Out of 39 trails:
      • Clear / Green: 32
      • Minor Issue / Yellow: 7
      View the full trail status page for the latest updates.
      Can I ride an ebike in Forest Lea?
      Yes, Forest Lea supports e-bike riding. There are 14 trails in Forest Lea 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 Forest Lea?
      What type of bike is most common in Forest Lea?
      Based on activity log data, the most common bike types used in Forest Lea are:
      • AM (26 activities)
      • XC (2 activities)
      Check the Forest Lea activity logs for more details.
      What are the most popular Strava Segments in Forest Lea?
      The most popular Strava segments in Forest Lea are:
      • Cut Y'er Bars (362 athletes)
      • Enchanted Forest (346 athletes)
      • White Knuckles (319 athletes)
      View all Strava segments in Forest Lea.
      What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Forest Lea?
      What are the best beginner ride trails in Forest Lea?
      The best beginner mountain biking trails in Forest Lea are: View all beginner mountain biking trails in Forest Lea.
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