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SavePopular Trail Networks
view all areas »Ithaca 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 in this region. Supported activity types include Hiking, Trail Running, Mountain Biking, Snowmobiling, Winter Fat Biking, E-Biking, Snowshoeing, Horseback and Backcountry Skiing. Popular destinations include Shindagin Hollow State Forest, Six Mile Creek Natural Area and Sapsucker Woods.
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- Mountain Bike
64 trails
- E-Bike
13 trails
- Winter Fat Bike
26 trails
- Horse
1 trails
- Hike
152 trails
- Trail Running
152 trails
- Snowmobile
53 trails
- Snowshoe
8 trails
- Backcountry Ski
1 trails
- Nordic Ski
0 trails
Region Details
- 20
- 1
- 16
- 21
- 6
Region Status
Caution as of Jul 24, 2026
Stats
- Avg Trail Rating
- Trails (view details)
- 204
- Trails Mountain Bike
- 64
- Trails E-Bike
- 13
- Trails Gravel Bike
- 78
- Trails Winter Fat Bike
- 26
- Trails Horse
- 1
- Trails Hike
- 152
- Trails Trail Running
- 152
- Trails Snowmobile
- 53
- Trails Snowshoe
- 8
- Trails Backcountry Ski
- 1
- Total Distance
- 310 miles
- Total Descent Distance
- 132 miles
- Total Descent
- 31,202 ft
- Total Vertical
- 1,488 ft
- Highest Trailhead
- 1,869 ft
- Reports
- 403
- Photos
- 43
- Completed Counter
- 10,637
Sub Regions
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Allan H. Treman State Marine Park
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Monkey Run Natural Area
- 2
- 1
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Shindagin Hollow State Forest
- 3
- 15
- 6
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Six Mile Creek Natural Area
- 7
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South Hill Natural Area South
- 2
- 4
Popular Ithaca Mountain Biking Trails
• 100 ★ 4.8 • 3,002 ft • 12 ft • 419 •
Y1 connects the main Shindagin Hollow parking lot with the Red and Yellow trail networks.
• 100 ★ 3.8 • 3,688 ft • 116 ft • 363 •
Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 5 minutes to complete this trail.
• 95 ★ 4.6 • 4,068 ft • 39 ft • 340 •
Highly rated popular blue difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used downhill only. On average it takes 6 minutes to complete this trail.
• 100 ★ 3.7 • 3,809 ft • 86 ft • 337 •
travels along the north end of the red trails, connecting with R4, Y4, and Y1 on the north end, and R3 on the south end.
• 95 ★ 4.4 • 4,367 ft • 92 ft • 323 •
Highly rated popular black diamond difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used downhill only. On average it takes 10 minutes to complete this trail.
• 90 ★ 3.6 • 2,854 ft • 6 ft • 320 •
Green trail (G1) connects on both ends to Blue 4, providing a second option for descending this hillside. It is best ridden north to south in the downhill direction. The trail is flowy at the top, then gets rocky and rooty before it...
Ithaca Mountain Bike Routes
23 miles • 2,845 ft • 22 • Loop •
This route is a large series of loops in Shindagin Hollow, covering all the trails. Route starts on the...
8 miles • 848 ft • 6 • Loop •
Easy to Intermediate with nothing that's technically difficult. Hard enough to be a good workout, but easy...
5 miles • 720 ft • 5 • Loop •
Best trails on the north side of Shindagin. Starts with a nice climb but finishes almost entirely downhill...
9 miles • 935 ft • 25 • Loop •
Tour of Red and Yellow trails on West side of Shindagin Hollow State Forest
Photos of Ithaca Mountain Bike
Recent Trail Reports
| status | trail | date | condition | info | user |
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| B1 | Jul 24, 2026 @ 2:35pm (America/New_York) Jul 24, 2026 | Variable | nGOCVb | ||
| B3 | Jul 5, 2026 @ 2:57pm (America/New_York) Jul 5, 2026 | Dry | nGOCVb | ||
| B5 Rim trail | Jun 28, 2026 @ 2:34pm (America/New_York) Jun 28, 2026 | Dry | nGOCVb | ||
| Red 4 Tariff | Jun 19, 2026 @ 3:34pm (America/New_York) Jun 19, 2026 | Unknown | nGOCVb | ||
| B2 Dizzy D | May 29, 2026 @ 2:54pm (America/New_York) May 29, 2026 | Variable | nGOCVb | ||
| Black Diamond Trail | Oct 22, 2025 @ 5:06pm (America/Toronto) Oct 22, 2025 | Ideal | Mustang289 | ||
| R5 | Oct 21, 2025 @ 2:35pm (America/New_York) Oct 21, 2025 | Ideal | grantrules | ||
| Wash-out | Oct 3, 2025 @ 1:59pm (America/New_York) Oct 3, 2025 | Unknown | dmcbride016 | ||
| Twister | Oct 3, 2025 @ 1:57pm (America/New_York) Oct 3, 2025 | Unknown | dmcbride016 | ||
| Paperboy | Aug 3, 2025 @ 12:48pm Aug 3, 2025 | Variable | Tamling |
Activity Feed
| username | action | type | title | date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| rhallock716 | vote | trail | activity #103777244 | Sep 14, 2026 @ 6:42am Sep 14, 2026 |
| jobofly | wishlist | region | activity #103313222 | Sep 7, 2026 @ 6:02pm Sep 7, 2026 |
| EthanSw8Hr4 | wishlist | region | activity #103149489 | Sep 5, 2026 @ 7:30pm Sep 5, 2026 |
| Marrapese | wishlist | route | activity #102506535 | Aug 28, 2026 @ 5:01am Aug 28, 2026 |
| tdiddy3553 | wishlist | region | activity #102325675 | Aug 25, 2026 @ 2:35pm Aug 25, 2026 |
Recent Comments
| username | type | title | comment | date |
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| trail | Nice climbing trail - consistent grade, jam... | Aug 12, 2025 @ 5:35am Aug 12, 2025 | ||
| trail | Thanks to the consistent grade, this trail... | Aug 12, 2025 @ 5:23am Aug 12, 2025 | ||
| trail | This trail is really fun. It has several small... | Sep 30, 2024 @ 10:40am Sep 30, 2024 | ||
| trail | Avoid. | Sep 30, 2023 @ 11:47am Sep 30, 2023 | ||
| report | Resolved jul 9 | Jul 10, 2023 @ 4:01am Jul 10, 2023 |
Local Badges
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10 Green Trails69 awarded -
10 Blue Trails193 awarded -
Epic Ride Climb 2k18 awarded -
Climbing 10k Badge49 awarded -
Climbing 100k Badge8 awarded -
Epic Ride Descent 2k19 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 | 64 | 60 miles | 5,167 ft | 27 miles | 1,480 ft | #2,287 | #828 | 27 | 403 | 6 | 12,514 | |
| E-Bike | 13 | 22 miles | 814 ft | 11 miles | 1,398 ft | #5,354 | #1,663 | 321 | 2 | 237 | ||
| Gravel Bike | 78 | 220 miles | 19,646 ft | 95 miles | 1,490 ft | #806 | #436 | 54 | ||||
| Winter Fat Bike | 26 | 24 miles | 3,570 ft | 12 miles | 689 ft | #1,626 | #267 | 65 | 5 | |||
| Horse | 1 | 2 miles | 259 ft | 2 miles | 253 ft | #3,025 | #1,622 | 62 | 2 | |||
| Hike | 152 | 123 miles | 12,920 ft | 51 miles | 1,480 ft | #876 | #399 | 12 | 403 | 5 | 1,318 | |
| Trail Running | 152 | 123 miles | 12,920 ft | 51 miles | 1,480 ft | #1,395 | #499 | 4 | 402 | 1 | 821 | |
| Snowmobile | 53 | 189 miles | 18,543 ft | 82 miles | 1,037 ft | #31 | #23 | |||||
| Snowshoe | 8 | 8 miles | 715 ft | 3 miles | 997 ft | #1,160 | #612 | 26 | 1 | 16 | ||
| Backcountry Ski | 1 | 2 miles | 259 ft | 2 miles | 253 ft | #598 | #199 | 3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the best places to ride in Ithaca?
Ithaca has 17 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
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What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Ithaca?
The highest rated mountain biking trails in Ithaca are:
- B2 Dizzy D (4.4/5)
- Y1 (4.4/5)
- B5 Rim trail (4.2/5)
- Mullet G2 (4.2/5)
- R3 (4.2/5)
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What is the best time of the year to ride in Ithaca?
Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride in Ithaca are:
- July (100 activities)
- August (92 activities)
- June (83 activities)
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Where can I park to ride in Ithaca?
There are 52 parking locations listed in Ithaca. 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 Ithaca?
The longest trail in Ithaca is Black Diamond Trail at 8.3 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
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What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Ithaca?
The best hiking trails in Ithaca are: View all hiking trails sorted by popularity score.
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What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Ithaca?
The best trail running trails in Ithaca are: View all trail running trails sorted by popularity score.
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How many trails are in Ithaca?
Ithaca has a total of 204 trails. Of those, 64 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in Ithaca to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
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Which trail has the most elevation gain in Ithaca?
The trail with the most elevation gain in Ithaca is East Trail with 297 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
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Which trail has the most elevation descent in Ithaca?
The trail with the most elevation descent in Ithaca is Black Diamond Trail with 458 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
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What activities are most popular in Ithaca?
Ithaca supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Winter Fat Biking, Horseback, Hiking, Trail Running, Snowmobiling, Snowshoeing, Backcountry Skiing, Nordic Skiing.
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What bike services are there in Ithaca?
The following bike services are available in Ithaca:
- Trail Association (1)
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What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Ithaca?
The steepest mountain biking trail in Ithaca is Six Mile Creek Trail with an average grade of 8.8%. View all trails sorted by grade.
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Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Ithaca?
Yes, there are 5 scenic viewpoints marked along trails in Ithaca. 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 Ithaca?
The overall region status for Ithaca is Minor Issue / Yellow. Out of 31 trails:
- Clear / Green: 22
- Minor Issue / Yellow: 4
- Significant Issue / Amber: 2
- Closed: 3
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Can I ride an ebike in Ithaca?
Yes, Ithaca supports e-bike riding. There are 11 trails in Ithaca 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 Ithaca?
The most popular mountain biking routes in Ithaca are: View all mountain biking routes in Ithaca.
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What type of bike is most common in Ithaca?
Based on activity log data, the most common bike types used in Ithaca are:
- AM (19 activities)
- RD (12 activities)
- XC (3 activities)
- DH (1 activities)
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What is the highest summit in Ithaca?
The highest summit in Ithaca is Bald Mountain at 1,870 ft elevation.
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What are the top sights to see in Ithaca?
There are 6 notable sights in Ithaca. Some of the top sights include: Explore all points of interest in Ithaca.
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What are the most popular Strava Segments in Ithaca?
The most popular Strava segments in Ithaca are:
- Face Full of Wind (3,134 athletes)
- lake shore (1,554 athletes)
- Braley Hill: The most ridden part (1,238 athletes)
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What trails are closed in Ithaca?
There are currently 3 closed trails in Ithaca. The breakdown of all trail statuses is:
- Clear / Green: 22
- Minor Issue / Yellow: 4
- Significant Issue / Amber: 2
- Closed: 3
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Are there local clubs or events in Ithaca?
There are 3 local clubs or associations listed in the Ithaca directory. Browse the local directory for details.
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What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Ithaca?
The most popular mountain biking trails in Ithaca are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by popularity.
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What are the best beginner ride trails in Ithaca?
The best beginner mountain biking trails in Ithaca are: View all beginner mountain biking trails in Ithaca.
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