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      Hernando trails and routes are listed on Trailforks with interactive trail maps, difficulty ratings, photos, and user-reported trail conditions. Supported activity types include Mountain Biking, Hiking, Trail Running, E-Biking and Adaptive Biking. Popular destinations include Area 51 Mountain Bike Trails, North Outlet Channel Recreation Area and Hernando Point Trail System.
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      Region Status
      Open as of Apr 14, 2026

      Stats

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      Trails (view details)
      19
      Trails Mountain Bike
      19
      Trails E-Bike
      15
      Trails Gravel Bike
      1
      Trails Adaptive Bike
      1
      Trails Hike
      18
      Trails Trail Running
      18
      Total Distance
      22 miles
      Total Descent
      2,070 ft
      Total Vertical
      141 ft
      Highest Trailhead
      347 ft
      Reports
      213
      Photos
      66
      Completed Counter
      1,760
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      Popular Hernando Mountain Biking Trails

      100 3.7 574 ft 0 ft 123
      is a double black diamond trail that begins with a very steep drop-in followed by an aggressive jump, a shark fin, a small drop, big berm and finally a very large drop at the end. Expert riders only should ride this trail. Pre-ride,...
      80 5.0 1,096 ft 0 ft 120
      This trail is short and sweet but built to go fast and get you back to the trailhead quickly. This trail is downhill only for bikes and uphill only for hiking. Bikes have the right of way on this trail for safety purposes. This trail...
      85 5.0 2,287 ft 13 ft 119
      is another fun route from Outpost Alfa down to featuring large sweeping switch-berms and plenty of places to catch some air. From up to Outpost Alfa expect an easier climb than but still a challenging workout. Rated intermediate due to...
      80 4.7 3,373 ft 105 ft 118
      was the first section of trail built at Area 51. It takes advantage of a gravel layer that is unique to the area. It is our favorite route up to Outpost Alpha. Plenty of elevation gain and a couple of technical switchbacks will keep you...
      70 4.0 1,355 ft 3 ft 101
      is hand cut singletrack that twists and turns through a gully taking advantage of the natural terrain.
      100 0.0 1,145 ft 0 ft 101
      Popular green difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 1 minutes to complete this trail.
      95 5.0 8 miles 535 ft 93
      Popular green difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions and has a moderate overall physical rating with a 535 ft green climb. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 39 minutes to complete this trail.
      55 0.0 1,568 ft 64 ft 43
      Moderately popular black diamond difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 6 minutes to complete this trail.

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      Hernando Mountain Bike Routes

      A51 Figure Eight Featured
      3 miles 356 ft 6 Loop
      Fun figure eight route that brings you past Outpost Alfa several times then spits you out at the trailhead.
      8 miles 622 ft 4 Loop
      The Area51 XC Race track is approximately 9 miles in length The route begins at the yellow gate located on...
      4.0 6 miles 510 ft 3 Loop
      Voyager Loop (including temp trail) as of 10/10/22
      1 mile 149 ft 6
      Short route for when you realize you bit off more than you can chew.

      Photos of Hernando Mountain Bike

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      Videos of Hernando Mountain Bike

      Gemini at Area 51
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      trail: Gemini
      2:37 | 297 | Jul 5, 2021
      Splash Down at Area 51
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      trail: Spash Down
      0:55 | 364 | Jul 5, 2021

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      Recent Comments

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      tahoenusstrailVoyagerFun flowy singletrack through the woods. Damp...
      Apr 22, 2025 @ 5:29am
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      Chewy17reportVoyagerGreat trail condition.
      Nov 17, 2024 @ 12:05pm
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      arcellereportNorth / South Double TrackDowned tree has been cleared
      Jul 17, 2023 @ 12:28pm
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      bcrbriantrailSpash DownAwesome downhill line with two small drops,...
      Nov 18, 2022 @ 9:53am
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      KudzooRiderreportVoyagerThanks ewes everything’s ewww wr w Ty I...
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      Local Badges


      Activity Type Stats

      activitytypetrailsdistancedescentdescent distancetotal verticalratingglobal rankstate rankphotosreportsroutesactivity logs
      Mountain Bike1922 miles2,070 ft9 miles141 ft
      #4,160#1,3976621341,990
      E-Bike1513 miles1,142 ft5 miles121 ft
      #6,938#2,0861853129
      Gravel Bike1282 ft10 ft223 ft13 ft
      #4,959#1,668824
      Adaptive Bike1282 ft10 ft223 ft13 ft
      #8,117#2,7642
      Hike1822 miles2,028 ft9 miles141 ft
      #8,851#3,0892132200
      Trail Running1822 miles2,028 ft9 miles141 ft
      #8,055#2,6732132276

      Frequently Asked Questions

      What are the best places to ride in Hernando?
      Hernando has 3 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
      What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Hernando?
      The highest rated mountain biking trails in Hernando are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by rating.
      Where can I park to ride in Hernando?
      There are 4 parking locations listed in Hernando. The most popular parking spots are: View all parking and trailhead locations on the map to plan your visit.
      What is the longest trail in Hernando?
      The longest trail in Hernando is Voyager at 7.7 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
      How many trails are in Hernando?
      Hernando has a total of 19 trails. Browse top mountain biking trails in Hernando to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
      Which trail has the most elevation gain in Hernando?
      The trail with the most elevation gain in Hernando is Voyager with 535 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
      Which trail has the most elevation descent in Hernando?
      The trail with the most elevation descent in Hernando is Voyager with 559 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
      What activities are most popular in Hernando?
      Hernando supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Adaptive Biking, Hiking, Trail Running.
      What bike services are there in Hernando?
      The following bike services are available in Hernando:
      • Trail Association (1)
      Browse the full Hernando directory for details.
      What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Hernando?
      The steepest mountain biking trail in Hernando is Race Start with an average grade of 5.1%. View all trails sorted by grade.
      Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Hernando?
      Yes, there are 2 scenic viewpoints marked along trails in Hernando. Some popular viewpoints include: Explore more points of interest to find trails with the best views.
      Are the trails open in Hernando?
      The overall region status for Hernando is Clear / Green. Out of 14 trails:
      • Clear / Green: 13
      • Minor Issue / Yellow: 1
      View the full trail status page for the latest updates.
      Can I ride an ebike in Hernando?
      Yes, Hernando supports e-bike riding. There are 12 trails in Hernando 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 Hernando?
      What are the most popular Strava Segments in Hernando?
      The most popular Strava segments in Hernando are:
      • Voyager CW: Booster Blast (323 athletes)
      • Voyager CW: Asteroid Field (321 athletes)
      • SPLASH DOWN (155 athletes)
      View all Strava segments in Hernando.
      What are some popular technical trail features in Hernando?
      There are 1 technical trail features (TTFs) in Hernando. Some popular features include: View all technical trail features in Hernando.
      Are there accessible or adaptive trails in Hernando?
      Yes, there are 1 accessible/adaptive trails in Hernando. View all adaptive trails in Hernando for specific accessibility information.
      Are there local clubs or events in Hernando?
      There are 1 local clubs or associations listed in the Hernando directory. Browse the local directory for details.
      What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Hernando?
      What are the best beginner ride trails in Hernando?
      The best beginner mountain biking trails in Hernando are: View all beginner mountain biking trails in Hernando.
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