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SaveThis trail system was originally maintained by the legendary Hadley family and has been adopted by RVC. The former location of the Hadley Challenge Race until Hillside was cut off by the new bypass highway.
The three trailheads with parking are:
1) The Penniac Rec Center (accessed via Harry Allen Rd) *Preferred
2) Hillside (accessed via River Rd... don't block the NB Trail or River Rd)
3) Blue Bear (accessed via Route 8... look for gate 1km south while driving northbound)
The three trailheads with parking are:
1) The Penniac Rec Center (accessed via Harry Allen Rd) *Preferred
2) Hillside (accessed via River Rd... don't block the NB Trail or River Rd)
3) Blue Bear (accessed via Route 8... look for gate 1km south while driving northbound)
Primary Trail Type: Cross-Country
Land Status: Private Property
google parking directions plan a road trip here Access Info:
Disclaimer:
Also, do not attempt to take any of the private roads down into Penniac other than the Penniac Rec Center Rd. There are numerous logging roads heading down into the community and some of these will land you directly into someone's back yard. Please be respectful of these landowner's privacy.
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Activities Click to view
- Mountain Bike
48 trails
- E-Bike
1 trails
- Hike
47 trails
- Trail Running
47 trails
- Snowshoe
4 trails
Region Details
- 15
- 5
- 26
- 3
Region Status
Open as of Jul 20, 2025
Stats
- Avg Trail Rating
- Trails (view details)
- 49
- Trails Mountain Bike
- 48
- Trails E-Bike
- 1
- Trails Gravel Bike
- 15
- Trails Adaptive Bike
- 15
- Trails Winter Fat Bike
- 3
- Trails Hike
- 47
- Trails Trail Running
- 47
- Trails Snowshoe
- 4
- Total Distance
- 21 miles
- Total Descent
- 3,254 ft
- Total Vertical
- 538 ft
- Highest Trailhead
- 604 ft
- Reports
- 488
- Photos
- 49
- Completed Counter
- 4,789
Popular Hadley Mountain Biking Trails
• 85 ★ 0.0 • 2,562 ft • 156 ft • 132 •
Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail. On average it takes 6 minutes to complete this trail.
• 80 ★ 4.5 • 1,207 ft • 16 ft • 130 •
Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions and has a easy overall physical rating with a 16 ft green climb. On average it takes 3 minutes to complete this trail.
• 85 ★ 3.0 • 518 ft • 6 ft • 129 •
Exit trail leading to Penniac Rec Center from the Allen brook descent.
• 75 ★ 4.0 • 4,196 ft • 26 ft • 129 •
Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions and has a moderate overall physical rating with a 26 ft blue climb. On average it takes 9 minutes to complete this trail.
• 85 ★ 4.0 • 535 ft • 19 ft • 128 •
Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions and has a easy overall physical rating with a 19 ft green climb. On average it takes minutes to complete this trail.
• 75 ★ 2.5 • 2,438 ft • 0 ft • 127 •
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. On average it takes 4 minutes to complete this trail.
• 70 ★ 3.0 • 2,005 ft • 8 ft • 124 •
Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions and has a moderate overall physical rating with a 8 ft blue climb. On average it takes 5 minutes to complete this trail.
Hadley Mountain Bike Routes
★ 1.5 • 7 miles • 1,049 ft • 12 • Loop •
This 10km loop offers lots of climbing and descents. If you feel like more distance either head west...
10 miles • 1,068 ft • 31 • Out & Back •
A great way to experience Penniac Ridge following much of the original race route.
• 5 miles • 931 ft • 11 •
• 3 miles • 442 ft • 8 •
• 5 miles • 529 ft • 6 •
Photos of Hadley Mountain Bike
Videos of Hadley Mountain Bike
Recent Trail Reports
| status | trail | date | condition | info | user |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hillside | Jul 20, 2025 @ 7:40am Jul 20, 2025 | Wet | nbucknall | ||
| Snap Crackle Pop | May 25, 2025 @ 5:11am May 25, 2025 | Variable | ChrisNorfolk SJC | ||
| Routazella | May 25, 2025 @ 5:11am May 25, 2025 | Variable | ChrisNorfolk SJC | ||
| Rock Bottom | May 25, 2025 @ 5:11am May 25, 2025 | Variable | ChrisNorfolk SJC | ||
| Ricky's Run | May 25, 2025 @ 5:11am May 25, 2025 | Variable | ChrisNorfolk SJC | ||
| O.J. | May 25, 2025 @ 5:11am May 25, 2025 | Variable | ChrisNorfolk SJC | ||
| Jane's Way | May 25, 2025 @ 5:11am May 25, 2025 | Variable | ChrisNorfolk SJC | ||
| Gnome Lane | May 25, 2025 @ 5:11am May 25, 2025 | Variable | ChrisNorfolk SJC | ||
| Bull | Nov 4, 2023 @ 3:39am Nov 4, 2023 | Ideal | NormanAndKelly | ||
| Bull | Oct 6, 2023 @ 2:07pm Oct 6, 2023 | Ideal | NormanAndKelly |
Activity Feed
| username | action | type | title | date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| markholloway | update | trail | activity #102552214 and 5 more | Aug 28, 2026 @ 6:18pm Aug 28, 2026 |
| WillieJacobsz | update | region | activity #101378877 | Aug 13, 2026 @ 6:06am Aug 13, 2026 |
| smOA8a | vote | trail | activity #99830603 | Jul 23, 2026 @ 10:31am Jul 23, 2026 |
| JoelhZbhWz | ridden | trail | activity #99493711 | Jul 18, 2026 @ 5:51pm Jul 18, 2026 |
| jessefromjupiter | wishlist | region | activity #94337095 | May 9, 2026 @ 7:20am May 9, 2026 |
Recent Comments
| username | type | title | comment | date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| trail | Several trees down | May 13, 2023 @ 9:00am May 13, 2023 | ||
| report | Awesome! Thanks again Tom! | Jan 25, 2021 @ 10:16am Jan 25, 2021 | ||
| trail | Super fun downhill trial | Aug 18, 2020 @ 12:43pm Aug 18, 2020 |
Nearby Areas
| name | distance | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tower Trails | 13 | 3.4 km | |||
| Killarney Lake | 9 | 2 | 3.5 km | ||
| MVP | 20 | 22 | 14 | 1 | 4 km |
| Gibson Trails | 3 | 1 | 5 | 5 km | |
| Hyla Park | 8 | 6.3 km |
Local Badges
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Hadley Challenge2 awarded -
Full Hadley1 awarded
Activity Type Stats
| activitytype | trails | distance | descent | descent distance | total vertical | rating | global rank | state rank | photos | reports | routes | activity logs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mountain Bike | 48 | 21 miles | 3,255 ft | 8 miles | 538 ft | #2,359 | #11 | 47 | 479 | 3 | 2,270 | |
| E-Bike | 1 | 1,394 ft | 30 ft | 669 ft | 30 ft | #9,585 | #16 | 287 | 1 | 16 | ||
| Gravel Bike | 14 | 7 miles | 607 ft | 2 miles | 515 ft | #1,654 | #9 | 70 | 14 | |||
| Adaptive Bike | 14 | 7 miles | 607 ft | 2 miles | 515 ft | #1,654 | #9 | 78 | ||||
| Winter Fat Bike | 3 | 2 miles | 679 ft | 1 mile | 387 ft | #1,654 | #9 | 13 | ||||
| Hike | 47 | 20 miles | 2,884 ft | 8 miles | 538 ft | #7,374 | #16 | 476 | 1 | 37 | ||
| Trail Running | 47 | 20 miles | 2,884 ft | 8 miles | 538 ft | #5,714 | #12 | 2 | 476 | 1 | 200 | |
| Snowshoe | 4 | 2 miles | 197 ft | 3,517 ft | 358 ft | #1,442 | #16 | 72 | 31 |
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Hadley?
The highest rated mountain biking trails in Hadley are:
- Blue Bear (4.3/5)
- Hillside (4.3/5)
- Moms & Tots (4.3/5)
- Rock Bottom (4.2/5)
- Learning to Fly (4.2/5)
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Where can I park to ride in Hadley?
There are 3 parking locations listed in Hadley. The most popular parking spots are: View all parking and trailhead locations on the map to plan your visit.
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What is the longest trail in Hadley?
The longest trail in Hadley is O.J. at 1.2 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
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How many trails are in Hadley?
Hadley has a total of 49 trails. Of those, 48 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in Hadley to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
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Which trail has the most elevation gain in Hadley?
The trail with the most elevation gain in Hadley is Up-timizer with 277 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
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Which trail has the most elevation descent in Hadley?
The trail with the most elevation descent in Hadley is O.J. with 330 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
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What activities are most popular in Hadley?
Hadley supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Hiking, Trail Running, Snowshoeing.
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What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Hadley?
The steepest mountain biking trail in Hadley is Planned #5 with an average grade of 9.2%. View all trails sorted by grade.
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Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Hadley?
Yes, there are 3 scenic viewpoints marked along trails in Hadley. 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 Hadley?
The overall region status for Hadley is Clear / Green. Out of 53 trails:
- Clear / Green: 52
- Significant Issue / Amber: 1
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Can I ride an ebike in Hadley?
Yes, Hadley supports e-bike riding. There are 1 trails in Hadley that allow e-bikes. Check the e-bike trails listing for specific trail access details and any local regulations.
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What are the most popular mountain biking routes in Hadley?
The most popular mountain biking routes in Hadley are: View all mountain biking routes in Hadley.
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What are the most popular Strava Segments in Hadley?
The most popular Strava segments in Hadley are:
- Stone Bridge East (296 athletes)
- Stone Bridges: West (Descent) (277 athletes)
- Stone Bridges: West (Climb) (273 athletes)
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What are some popular technical trail features in Hadley?
There are 3 technical trail features (TTFs) in Hadley. Some popular features include: View all technical trail features in Hadley.
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What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Hadley?
The most popular mountain biking trails in Hadley are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by popularity.
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What are the best beginner ride trails in Hadley?
The best beginner mountain biking trails in Hadley are:
- Mudhole Bypass #1 (3/5)
- Mudhole Bypass #2 (3/5)
- Up-timizer (0/5)
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