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view all areas »Hamilton County trails and routes are listed on Trailforks with interactive trail maps, difficulty ratings, photos, and user-reported trail conditions. The Trailforks community has mapped hundreds of trails and shared thousands of photos in this region. Supported activity types include Hiking, Trail Running, Mountain Biking and E-Biking. Trails here are often flowy and faint trail. Scenery includes creeks, ridgelines and views. Common trail features include berms, drops and rock gardens. Many trails are family friendly. Popular destinations include Chattanooga, Collegedale and Prentice Cooper State Forest and WMA.
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- Mountain Bike
161 trails
- E-Bike
108 trails
- Hike
237 trails
- Trail Running
237 trails
Region Details
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- 2
- 53
- 45
- 12
- 3
Stats
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- Trails (view details)
- 252
- Trails Mountain Bike
- 161
- Trails E-Bike
- 108
- Trails Gravel Bike
- 56
- Trails Adaptive Bike
- 42
- Trails Winter Fat Bike
- 6
- Trails Horse
- 1
- Trails Hike
- 237
- Trails Trail Running
- 237
- Total Distance
- 370 miles
- Total Descent
- 48,575 ft
- Total Vertical
- 1,429 ft
- Highest Trailhead
- 2,069 ft
- Reports
- 2,695
- Photos
- 1,144
- Completed Counter
- 51,943
Articles
The Best Summer Weekend Trips of 2025
Jun 3, 2025 from outsideonline.com
There are only 14 weekends between Memorial Day and Labor Day this year. So you better make them count.
Sub Regions
- Chattanooga (105)
- Collegedale (46)
- Bauxite Ridge (8)
- White Oak Mountain (35)
- Hixson (0)
- Red Bank (6)
- Godsey Ridge (6)
- Soddy Daisy (3)
Popular Hamilton County Mountain Biking Trails
• 100 ★ 4.7 • 4,738 ft • 131 ft • 1,077 •
Highly rated popular green difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions and has a easy overall physical rating with a 131 ft green climb. On average it takes 4 minutes to complete this trail.
• 95 ★ 4.4 • 2 miles • 116 ft • 1,039 •
This trail is very beginner friendly. If you are just getting into riding or have a young one wanting too start riding this is your place. It gets a lot of traffic but you will meet lots of friendly riders. This trail is also the...
• 100 ★ 4.5 • 1,388 ft • 18 ft • 997 •
Popular green difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail. On average it takes 2 minutes to complete this trail.
• 100 ★ 3.7 • 2 miles • 176 ft • 957 •
Fun loop after half of TNT. A bit loose and rocky with good climbs and descents
• 95 ★ 3.8 • 3,432 ft • 126 ft • 635 •
Popular green difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions and has a easy overall physical rating with a 126 ft green climb. On average it takes 5 minutes to complete this trail.
• 70 ★ 5.0 • 2,434 ft • 0 ft • 622 •
One of the top trails of White Oak Mountain! There are many great table-tops along this trail, as well as Lower Nutty Buddy. With a little bit of skill, these jumps can be cleared no problem. Just make sure you know the trail enough...
Hamilton County Mountain Bike Routes
Go Nuts Nut Gobbler XC 2020 Featured
★ 4.5 • 7 miles • 677 ft • 3 •
Go Nuts Nut Gobbler XC Race November 22, 2020
SORBA Chattanoga: Stacking Loops Featured
10 miles • 687 ft • 4 • Loop •
A family-friendly favorite that highlights ESNP’s smooth, flowing cross-country design. Begin at the...
12 miles • 936 ft • 5 • Loop •
Starting at the Atlas trailhead, this route offers a slightly longer cross-country effort while...
SORBA Chattanooga: XC Sampler Loop Featured
★ 3.0 • 11 miles • 991 ft • 9 • Loop •
This intermediate loop showcases the depth and range of the SAU Biology Trails while keeping the ride...
4 miles • 287 ft • 11 • Loop •
This 4-mile loop offers a smooth, scenic introduction to White Oak Mountain’s trail network. Linking...
★ 5.0 • 5 miles • 700 ft • 6 • Loop •
For riders short on time, this is Chattanooga’s best in-town singletrack option. Located within the city...
Photos of Hamilton County Mountain Bike
Videos of Hamilton County Mountain Bike
Recent Trail Reports
National Scenic Trails & Official Routes
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River To Clouds
- Mountain Bike
- E-Bike
- Hike
- Trail Running
Activity Feed
| username | action | type | title | date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| errandwolfe | like | directory | activity #107102639 | Nov 2, 2026 @ 6:16pm 1 day |
| spencedaddy | wishlist | region | activity #107102587 | Nov 2, 2026 @ 6:14pm 1 day |
| BryanCWZll3 | wishlist | trail | activity #107101861 | Nov 2, 2026 @ 5:52pm 1 day |
| sunshinelove11 | add | report | activity #107092396 and 1 more | Nov 2, 2026 @ 2:40pm 1 day |
| sliver10 | wishlist | region | activity #107023979 | Nov 1, 2026 @ 11:11am 2 days |
Recent Comments
| username | type | title | comment | date |
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| report | All Clear 10/9/26 | Oct 9, 2026 @ 3:57pm Oct 9, 2026 | ||
| report | Thank you Francois!! | Oct 4, 2026 @ 7:58pm Oct 4, 2026 | ||
| report | Thank you Francois! | Sep 27, 2026 @ 8:03pm Sep 27, 2026 | ||
| report | Sarah, what’s the issue on trail? | Sep 22, 2026 @ 6:58pm Sep 22, 2026 | ||
| report | Francois, thank you for the bridge repairs! | Sep 20, 2026 @ 10:09am Sep 20, 2026 |
Local Badges
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Completionist14 awarded -
Mountain Biking 100k Badge2 awarded -
Climbing 10k Badge29 awarded -
Epic Mountain Bike Climb 2k33 awarded -
Completionist12 awarded -
Top 10 Trails14 awarded
Bike & Skill Parks
| name | type | city | rating |
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| Stringer's Pump Track | skill park | Chattanooga |
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 | 161 | 223 miles | 24,098 ft | 87 miles | 1,348 ft | 1,058 | 2,682 | 21 | 65,721 | |||
| E-Bike | 108 | 138 miles | 14,836 ft | 53 miles | 1,230 ft | 7 | 1,401 | 16 | 3,648 | |||
| Gravel Bike | 56 | 114 miles | 8,934 ft | 45 miles | 1,342 ft | 2 | 145 | 2 | 287 | |||
| Adaptive Bike | 42 | 96 miles | 7,976 ft | 38 miles | 1,342 ft | 119 | 8 | 3 | ||||
| Winter Fat Bike | 6 | 3 miles | 545 ft | 2 miles | 449 ft | 54 | 1 | |||||
| Horse | 1 | 2 miles | 167 ft | 3,501 ft | 46 ft | 1 | 334 | 1 | ||||
| Hike | 237 | 364 miles | 45,646 ft | 146 miles | 1,430 ft | 44 | 2,614 | 12 | 5,242 | |||
| Trail Running | 237 | 364 miles | 45,646 ft | 146 miles | 1,430 ft | 5 | 2,612 | 11 | 4,883 |
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the best places to ride in Hamilton County?
Hamilton County has 20 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
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What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Hamilton County?
The highest rated mountain biking trails in Hamilton County are:
- Biscuits & Gravy (4.6/5)
- Upper Nutty Buddy (4.6/5)
- Ollie (4.4/5)
- Gambler (4.4/5)
- DeVito (4.4/5)
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What is the best time of the year to ride in Hamilton County?
Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride in Hamilton County are:
- October (602 activities)
- September (551 activities)
- August (485 activities)
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What is the longest trail in Hamilton County?
The longest trail in Hamilton County is Atlas at 5.9 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
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What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Hamilton County?
The best hiking trails in Hamilton County are: View all hiking trails sorted by popularity score.
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What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Hamilton County?
The best trail running trails in Hamilton County are: View all trail running trails sorted by popularity score.
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How many trails are in Hamilton County?
Hamilton County has a total of 252 trails. Of those, 161 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in Hamilton County to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
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Which trail has the most elevation gain in Hamilton County?
The trail with the most elevation gain in Hamilton County is Escalator with 850 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
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Which trail has the most elevation descent in Hamilton County?
The trail with the most elevation descent in Hamilton County is Bay Point Loop with 812 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
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What activities are most popular in Hamilton County?
Hamilton County supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Hiking, Trail Running.
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What bike services are there in Hamilton County?
The following bike services are available in Hamilton County:
- Bike Shop (5)
- Land Managers (5)
- Trail Association (1)
- Club (1)
- Trail Builders (1)
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What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Hamilton County?
The steepest mountain biking trail in Hamilton County is Connector with an average grade of 18.5%. View all trails sorted by grade.
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Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Hamilton County?
Yes, there are 9 scenic viewpoints marked along trails in Hamilton County. Some popular viewpoints include: Explore more points of interest to find trails with the best views.
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What trails have the biggest jumps in Hamilton County?
The trails with the biggest jumps in Hamilton County are: Browse all mountain bike trails to find trails with jumps and technical features.
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Are the trails open in Hamilton County?
The overall region status for Hamilton County is Minor Issue / Yellow. Out of 145 trails:
- Clear / Green: 104
- Minor Issue / Yellow: 31
- Significant Issue / Amber: 9
- Closed: 1
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Can I ride an ebike in Hamilton County?
Yes, Hamilton County supports e-bike riding. There are 98 trails in Hamilton County 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 Hamilton County?
The most popular mountain biking routes in Hamilton County are:
- Go Nuts Nut Gobbler XC 2020
- SORBA Chattanooga: Stringer's Counter Clockwise Power Hour
- SORBA Chattanoga: Stacking Loops
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What type of bike is most common in Hamilton County?
Based on activity log data, the most common bike types used in Hamilton County are:
- AM (336 activities)
- XC (28 activities)
- RD (1 activities)
- Trials (1 activities)
- Gravel (1 activities)
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What is the highest summit in Hamilton County?
The highest summit in Hamilton County is Barn Hill at 1,821 ft elevation.
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What are the most popular Strava Segments in Hamilton County?
The most popular Strava segments in Hamilton County are:
- ESNP TNT MWF quick climb at end (6,987 athletes)
- Boathouse to Rowing Center (6,610 athletes)
- Market Street Bridge NB (6,529 athletes)
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What trails are closed in Hamilton County?
There are currently 1 closed trails in Hamilton County. The breakdown of all trail statuses is:
- Clear / Green: 104
- Minor Issue / Yellow: 31
- Significant Issue / Amber: 9
- Closed: 1
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Are there local clubs or events in Hamilton County?
There are 4 local clubs or associations listed in the Hamilton County directory. Browse the local directory for details.
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What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Hamilton County?
The most popular mountain biking trails in Hamilton County are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by popularity.
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What are the best beginner ride trails in Hamilton County?
The best beginner mountain biking trails in Hamilton County are:
- White Oak Park Connector (5/5)
- Yellow Trail (2/5)
- TNT (4.3/5)
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