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SaveFront Royal 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, Horseback, E-Biking, Winter Fat Biking and Adaptive Biking. Trails here are often flowy. Scenery includes ridgelines, lakes and summits. Many trails are family friendly. Amenities include restrooms. Popular destinations include Shenandoah River State Park / Andy Guest, Sky Meadow State Park and George Richards Thompson State Wildlife Management Area.
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- Mountain Bike
35 trails
- E-Bike
10 trails
- Adaptive Bike
5 trails
- Winter Fat Bike
7 trails
- Horse
13 trails
- Hike
65 trails
- Trail Running
65 trails
Region Details
- 2
- 1
- 15
- 17
Region Status
Open as of Sep 13, 2026Local Trail Association
Stats
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- Trails (view details)
- 65
- Trails Mountain Bike
- 35
- Trails E-Bike
- 10
- Trails Gravel Bike
- 14
- Trails Adaptive Bike
- 5
- Trails Winter Fat Bike
- 7
- Trails Horse
- 13
- Trails Hike
- 65
- Trails Trail Running
- 65
- Total Distance
- 78 miles
- Total Descent
- 12,423 ft
- Total Vertical
- 2,362 ft
- Highest Trailhead
- 2,902 ft
- Reports
- 497
- Photos
- 55
- Completed Counter
- 4,750
Sub Regions
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George Richards Thompson State Wildlife Management Area
- 4
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Shenandoah River State Park / Andy Guest
- 1
- 7
- 12
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Sky Meadow State Park
- 8
- 1
Popular Front Royal Mountain Biking Trails
• 100 ★ 5.0 • 5,167 ft • 260 ft • 268 •
The Redtail Ridge Trail is machine-cut singletrack and when ridden from the Shale Barrens end is a nice, flowing downhill. There's also an overlook from which you can see the Shenandoah River and Massanutten Mountain.
• 90 ★ 4.5 • 4 miles • 310 ft • 247 •
Bear Bottom Loop is mostly machine-cut singletrack and mostly follows the countour, which gives it a pretty nice flow. Like most trails in the park, it is not particularly technical.
• 80 ★ 5.0 • 2,625 ft • 31 ft • 212 •
Nice little section of wider singletrack that going down to the visitor center, you can catch some serious speed. There are some turns and some rocky & rooty sections, along with some divots and some fun turns. Going uphill, it’s...
• 80 ★ 3.7 • 2,418 ft • 0 ft • 210 •
Shale Barrens is a short, but fun downhill. The lower part is loose mineral soil with a tight switchback at the bottom. Thsi is the primary climb used by riders accessing Redtail Ridge, Big Oak Trail, and Bear Bottom Loop for riders...
• 65 ★ 5.0 • 3,110 ft • 155 ft • 196 •
It’s a short little singletrack trail that leads down from the overlook to the RV campground area. It’s a fun little trail with some fast downhills and some fun turns. Climbing up Campground trail is not a bad climb, as it provides...
• 95 ★ 4.0 • 2 miles • 95 ft • 177 •
The River Trail is a flat, 2.1 mile long, cindered, double-track, mixed-use trail which follows the bank of the Shenandoah River. There are a few low spots which hold water during wet periods. It is a good connector from the south...
• 85 ★ 4.0 • 4,350 ft • 92 ft • 163 •
Bear Bottom Loop is mostly machine-cut singletrack and mostly follows the countour, which gives it a pretty nice flow. Like most trails in the park, it is not particularly technical.
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Recent Trail Reports
| status | trail | date | condition | info | user |
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| Culler's Trail | Sep 13, 2026 @ 12:09pm (America/New_York) Sep 13, 2026 | Ideal | ThomHtbPM1 | ||
| River Trail | Sep 13, 2026 @ 12:09pm (America/New_York) Sep 13, 2026 | Variable | ThomHtbPM1 | ||
| Tulip Poplar Trail | Jul 30, 2026 @ 12:38pm (America/New_York) Jul 30, 2026 | Dry | don-na | ||
| Campground Trail | Jul 30, 2026 @ 10:36am (America/New_York) Jul 30, 2026 | Dry | don-na | ||
| Turkey Roost | Jun 21, 2026 @ 4:48pm (America/New_York) Jun 21, 2026 | Unknown | santacruzer24 | ||
| Bluebell | Jun 21, 2026 @ 9:53am (America/New_York) Jun 21, 2026 | Dry | JimMuth | ||
| Bear Bottom Loop Access | Oct 11, 2025 @ 4:35pm (America/New_York) Oct 11, 2025 | Dry | Peterjk0UCu | ||
| Shale Barrens | Oct 11, 2025 @ 4:35pm (America/New_York) Oct 11, 2025 | Dry | Peterjk0UCu | ||
| Overlook Trail | Oct 11, 2025 @ 4:35pm (America/New_York) Oct 11, 2025 | Dry | Peterjk0UCu | ||
| Big Oak Trail | Aug 27, 2025 @ 5:55pm Aug 27, 2025 | Dry | Peterjk0UCu |
Activity Feed
| username | action | type | title | date |
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| sultecco | ridden | trail | activity #105989555 | Oct 16, 2026 @ 8:28am Oct 16, 2026 |
| Lookoutmike | wishlist | trail | activity #105273520 | Oct 5, 2026 @ 7:59am Oct 5, 2026 |
| BrittanyQiocyM | wishlist | trail | activity #104276856 | Sep 21, 2026 @ 3:23am Sep 21, 2026 |
| ThomHtbPM1 | add | report | activity #103727959 and 1 more | Sep 13, 2026 @ 11:07am Sep 13, 2026 |
| don-na | add | report | activity #100367857 | Jul 30, 2026 @ 2:08pm Jul 30, 2026 |
Recent Comments
| username | type | title | comment | date |
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| trail | Brutal incline for beginner mtb. Great view,... | Jul 13, 2026 @ 6:46pm Jul 13, 2026 | ||
| trail | Narrow trail. Dead ends after 10 minutes. | Jul 13, 2026 @ 12:01pm Jul 13, 2026 | ||
| trail | deadly uphill and super fun downhill either... | Oct 4, 2025 @ 9:59am Oct 4, 2025 | ||
| trail | mostly gravel. good walk but boring bike | Oct 3, 2025 @ 4:00pm Oct 3, 2025 | ||
| trail | absolutely amazing trail. the downhill is... | Oct 3, 2025 @ 8:42am Oct 3, 2025 |
Local Badges
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10 Blue Trails59 awarded -
Epic Ride Climb 2k90 awarded -
Climbing 10k Badge18 awarded -
Climbing 100k Badge0 awarded -
Epic Ride Descent 2k90 awarded -
Descent 10k Badge18 awarded
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 | 35 | 39 miles | 5,230 ft | 16 miles | 1,565 ft | #3,803 | #26 | 53 | 497 | 2,204 | ||
| E-Bike | 10 | 7 miles | 958 ft | 5 miles | 328 ft | #8,423 | #69 | 474 | 88 | |||
| Gravel Bike | 14 | 11 miles | 617 ft | 2 miles | 2,175 ft | #3,588 | #1,327 | 10 | ||||
| Adaptive Bike | 5 | 4 miles | 322 ft | 1 mile | 236 ft | #6,495 | #41 | 139 | ||||
| Winter Fat Bike | 7 | 7 miles | 1,585 ft | 3 miles | 469 ft | #3,260 | #6 | 68 | ||||
| Horse | 13 | 10 miles | 1,637 ft | 6 miles | 440 ft | #2,733 | #48 | |||||
| Hike | 65 | 78 miles | 12,425 ft | 32 miles | 2,362 ft | #3,203 | #32 | 2 | 497 | 464 | ||
| Trail Running | 65 | 78 miles | 12,425 ft | 32 miles | 2,362 ft | #3,266 | #20 | 497 | 165 |
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the best places to ride in Front Royal?
Front Royal has 3 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
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What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Front Royal?
The highest rated mountain biking trails in Front Royal are:
- Redtail Ridge Trail (4.2/5)
- Big Oak Trail (4.2/5)
- Bear Bottom Loop (4.2/5)
- Tulip Poplar Trail (4.1/5)
- Campground Trail (4.1/5)
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What is the best time of the year to ride in Front Royal?
Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride in Front Royal are:
- August (59 activities)
- November (47 activities)
- May (45 activities)
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Where can I park to ride in Front Royal?
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What is the longest trail in Front Royal?
The longest trail in Front Royal is Bear Bottom Loop at 3.5 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
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What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Front Royal?
The best hiking trails in Front Royal are:
- Piedmont Overlook Trail
- Ambassador Whitehouse Trail
- Fox Hollow Trail
- Shermans Mill Trail
- Compton Peak East Trail
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What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Front Royal?
The best trail running trails in Front Royal are: View all trail running trails sorted by popularity score.
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How many trails are in Front Royal?
Front Royal has a total of 65 trails. Of those, 35 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in Front Royal to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
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Which trail has the most elevation gain in Front Royal?
The trail with the most elevation gain in Front Royal is Trico Fire Road with 1,211 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
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Which trail has the most elevation descent in Front Royal?
The trail with the most elevation descent in Front Royal is Allen's Mountain with 720 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
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What activities are most popular in Front Royal?
Front Royal supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Adaptive Biking, Winter Fat Biking, Horseback, Hiking, Trail Running.
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What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Front Royal?
The steepest mountain biking trail in Front Royal is Lake Thompson Trail with an average grade of 9.3%. View all trails sorted by grade.
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Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Front Royal?
Yes, there are 4 scenic viewpoints marked along trails in Front Royal. Some popular viewpoints include: Explore more points of interest to find trails with the best views.
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Are the trails open in Front Royal?
Out of 22 trails:
- Clear / Green: 20
- Minor Issue / Yellow: 1
- Significant Issue / Amber: 1
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Can I ride an ebike in Front Royal?
Yes, Front Royal supports e-bike riding. There are 7 trails in Front Royal that allow e-bikes. Check the e-bike trails listing for specific trail access details and any local regulations.
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What type of bike is most common in Front Royal?
Based on activity log data, the most common bike types used in Front Royal are:
- AM (10 activities)
- DH (4 activities)
- XC (3 activities)
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What is the highest summit in Front Royal?
The highest summit in Front Royal is The Peak at 2,917 ft elevation.
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What are the most popular Strava Segments in Front Royal?
The most popular Strava segments in Front Royal are:
- campgroud climb (1,014 athletes)
- Bluebell Firepit to Parking Lot (905 athletes)
- allen mountain to campbel's jump trail (585 athletes)
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Are there accessible or adaptive trails in Front Royal?
Yes, there are 5 accessible/adaptive trails in Front Royal. View all adaptive trails in Front Royal for specific accessibility information.
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Are there local clubs or events in Front Royal?
There are 1 upcoming events in Front Royal. View upcoming events.
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What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Front Royal?
The most popular mountain biking trails in Front Royal are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by popularity.
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What are the best beginner ride trails in Front Royal?
The best beginner mountain biking trails in Front Royal are:
- Tulip Poplar Trail (5/5)
- Bluebell (4/5)
- River Trail (4/5)
Activities
Trails
Points of Interest
- Range View Cabin - PATC
- Campton Peak East Lookout Viewpoint
- Campton Peak West Lookout Viewpoint
- Blue Mountain (2,205 ft) Summit
- Lower Piedmont Lookout Viewpoint
- Upper Piedmont Overlook Viewpoint
- Camp Slater Camping
- Camp Washington Camping
- The Peak (2,917 ft)
- Knob Mountain (2,844 ft)
- Neighbor Mountain (2,612 ft)
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