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        Region Status
        Caution as of Apr 10, 2026
        Local Trail Association

        Stats

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        Trails (view details)
        21
        Trails Mountain Bike
        21
        Trails Hike
        21
        Trails Trail Running
        21
        Total Distance
        73 miles
        Total Descent
        2,289 ft
        Total Vertical
        276 ft
        Highest Trailhead
        1,116 ft
        Reports
        31
        Photos
        7
        Ridden Counter
        316
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        Popular Iola Mountain Biking Trails

        80 0.0 1,582 ft 68 ft 22
        Goat Creek is a short singletrack trail that connects the trail to the Trail at Lehigh Portland Trails. This trail features twists and turns through a lush riparian environment along a small stream, winding around huge Cottonwood trees,...
        5 0.0 1,052 ft 21 ft 22
        The West Spur is a wide gravel trail that connects the Backbone Trail to the west side of the quarry lake. It also connects to the Mountain Goats and Lakeside West singletrack trails. The trail is about 11 feet wide, and is surfaced...
        70 0.0 1 mile 254 ft 22
        The trail follows Elm Creek from the Eastern Trailhead west to the historic Sinclair-Hegwald Bridge. The trail features a variety of terrain, including some tight-and-twisty singletrack through cedars, a view from atop a 20-foot...
        85 0.0 2,473 ft 109 ft 21
        The Mountain Goats Trail runs along the north shore of the quarry lake. With lots of ups and downs, plus a few tight spots and rocky sections, this is one of the tougher bits of singletrack at Lehigh Portland Trails. Riding...
        5 0.0 1 mile 225 ft 19
        This trail is a quick singletrack loop that runs to the top of the highest elevation at Lehigh Portland Trails -- Mt. Lehigh! The trail begins at the Eastern Trailhead parking lot, with a twisting run through a heavy growth of cedar,...
        5 0.0 2 miles 189 ft 18
        Explore the terrain surrounding John Brown’s Cave, with rock bluffs, stone fences, and expansive prairie views.
        90 0.0 2,262 ft 51 ft 17
        Lakeside West is an out-and-back trail that follows the western shore of the quarry lake. It begins at the end of the wide gravel West Spur Trail and heads south along the shoreline through the trees, dipping into a rocky gully with...
        75 2.0 2 miles 250 ft 16
        The South Loop Trail offers the most spectacular views at Lehigh Portland Trails. Beginning at the Backbone Trail, the singletrack follows an old roadbed past the remains of several farmsteads, of which all that remains are stone...

        Recent Ride Log Activity in Region

        Today
        • 0 rides
        Yesterday
        • 1 rides
        Past Week
        • 8 rides

        Photos of Iola Mountain Bike

        8 |
        May 20, 2026 @ 7:26am
        May 20, 2026
        38 |
        Dec 29, 2020 @ 3:57pm
        Dec 29, 2020
        37 |
        Dec 29, 2020 @ 3:57pm
        Dec 29, 2020
        38 |
        Dec 29, 2020 @ 3:57pm
        Dec 29, 2020
        95 |
        Dec 29, 2020 @ 3:57pm
        Dec 29, 2020
        175 |
        Nov 3, 2018 @ 4:39pm
        Nov 3, 2018
        148 |
        Apr 13, 2017 @ 6:21am
        Apr 13, 2017

        Recent Trail Reports

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        Chanute Downtown Walking Path
        Jun 8, 2024 @ 6:41am
        Jun 8, 2024
        Drymarshalgraham
        Katy Hike/Bike Trial North Spur
        Jun 8, 2024 @ 6:41am
        Jun 8, 2024
        Drymarshalgraham
        Southwind-Lehigh Connector
        May 11, 2024 @ 1:34pm
        May 11, 2024
        DryHike RoxannyjuGC9
        South Loop
        Jul 22, 2022 @ 10:06am
        Jul 22, 2022
        DryVery overgrown, low hanging branches.deepdrypowder
        Lakeside West
        Jul 22, 2022 @ 10:06am
        Jul 22, 2022
        DryVery overgrown, low hanging branches.deepdrypowder
        Rubble Ridge
        Jul 22, 2022 @ 10:06am
        Jul 22, 2022
        DryVery overgrown, low hanging branches.deepdrypowder
        East Loop
        Jul 22, 2022 @ 10:06am
        Jul 22, 2022
        DryVery overgrown, low hanging branches.deepdrypowder
        Creekside
        Jun 12, 2020 @ 4:02pm
        Jun 12, 2020
        DryOvergrownmtbr1963
        Mt. Lehigh
        Feb 29, 2020 @ 1:59pm
        Feb 29, 2020
        WetJschaaf6
        Target Practice
        Apr 11, 2017 @ 6:41pm
        Apr 11, 2017
        Dryrandyrasa

        Activity Feed

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        YhLSlqaddphotoactivity #95106474
        May 20, 2026 @ 7:26am
        May 20, 2026
        YhLSlqcommenttrailactivity #95106454
        May 20, 2026 @ 7:25am
        May 20, 2026
        AqywSqwishlistregionactivity #86160223
        Dec 27, 2025 @ 11:31am
        Dec 27, 2025
        a8ZFdIkvwishlisttrailactivity #80130378
        Sep 11, 2025 @ 12:51pm
        Sep 11, 2025
        fatbottomgirlcommenttrailactivity #79150282
        Aug 28, 2025 @ 6:09pm
        Aug 28, 2025

        Recent Comments

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        YhLSlqtrailSouthwind-Lehigh ConnectorSays it is private property
        May 20, 2026 @ 7:25am
        May 20, 2026
        fatbottomgirltrailCave Trail NorthTrail is okay, other trails on area are better...
        Aug 28, 2025 @ 6:09pm
        Aug 28, 2025

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        Activity Type Stats

        activitytypetrailsdistancedescentdescent distancetotal verticalratingglobal rankstate rankphotosreportsroutesridelogs
        Mountain Bike2173 miles2,290 ft35 miles276 ft
        #7,693#2,5197313,483
        Hike2173 miles2,290 ft35 miles276 ft
        #4,564#1,6133113
        Trail Running2173 miles2,290 ft35 miles276 ft
        #3,974#1,2023117

        Frequently Asked Questions About Iola

        What are the best places to ride in Iola?
        Iola has 1 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
        What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Iola?
        The highest rated mountain biking trails in Iola are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by rating.
        What is the best time of the year to ride in Iola?
        Based on ride log data, the most popular months to ride in Iola are:
        • September (3 activities)
        • November (2 activities)
        • August (2 activities)
        Check the Iola reports page for current trail conditions, recent trail reports, and seasonal information from the local community.
        Where can I park to ride in Iola?
        Check the Iola trail map for trailhead and parking information. Community members regularly update access and parking details for trails in the area.
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