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      Jackson trails and routes are listed on Trailforks with interactive trail maps, difficulty ratings, photos, and user-reported trail conditions. Supported activity types include Hiking, Trail Running, Mountain Biking, Gravel Biking and Adaptive Biking. Popular destinations include Ella Sharp and MacCready Nature Reserve.
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      Region Details
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      Region Status
      Open as of Sep 2, 2026

      Stats

      Avg Trail Rating
      Trails (view details)
      41
      Trails Mountain Bike
      32
      Trails Gravel Bike
      16
      Trails Adaptive Bike
      15
      Trails Hike
      41
      Trails Trail Running
      41
      Total Distance
      44 miles
      Total Descent
      2,025 ft
      Total Vertical
      151 ft
      Highest Trailhead
      1,070 ft
      Reports
      58
      Photos
      78
      Completed Counter
      781
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      Popular Jackson Mountain Biking Trails

      90 0.0 2,394 ft 13 ft 54
      This is a light, hilly connection (with some moguls for fun) between the Rd. and trails.Now that you've done the Rd. trail, it's time for ! Make a left onto the street after completing St. This will take you back toward the exit out of...
      95 5.0 3,460 ft 58 ft 52
      This trail is a tight, quick single track.The trailhead is located near the finish of the East River trail (maybe that's why this one is listed after East River). When you finish the East River trail, make a left onto the street and...
      100 2.0 1 mile 174 ft 51
      This trail is a fast single track, with small quick roller coaster hills near its end.(A slight orienteering challenge to find this trailhead if there aren't any track marks). When you leave the , make a right on the street and ride to...
      100 2.0 3,326 ft 83 ft 47
      This is a tight single track, with some (or lotsa depending upon point of view) roots at the beginning.You guessed it. The trailhead is somewhat near the finish of . When you come out of the trail, you will be in a field. Cross the...
      65 5.0 2 miles 141 ft 45
      This trail is a tight single track with 2 small bridge crossings. It has been described as "A bunch of fun." The trail starts with a short, steep hill climb. Enjoy! The trailhead is located near the end of the West River trail. After...
      45 0.0 1,366 ft 20 ft 42
      These trails are more technical than most of the other trails. They have small hills and many quick switchbacks. A hill connects sections 2 and 3. The trailhead is located across from the Soccer fields, which is about 0.25 of a mile...
      55 0.0 2,045 ft 52 ft 36
      These trails are more technical than most of the other trails. They have small hills and many quick switchbacks. A hill connects sections 2 and 3. The trailhead is located across from the Soccer fields, which is about 0.25 of a mile...
      95 0.0 4,328 ft 125 ft 35
      This trail is a tight single track. It has some neat steep climbs, but they can be avoided via the bypass.To find the Rd. trailhead, make a left onto the road after finishing the trail (are you getting the idea that we want you to enjoy...

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      Photos of Jackson Mountain Bike

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      Videos of Jackson Mountain Bike

      Two Minutes of MTB at Ella Sharp Park, Jackson, Mi
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      2:03 | 492 | Apr 2, 2021

      Recent Trail Reports

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      Short Cut
      Dec 25, 2025 @ 12:56pm (America/Detroit)
      Dec 25, 2025
      UnknownRoad my fat bike ,semi solid no snow...aarontriton
      Museum Loop
      Dec 25, 2025 @ 12:56pm (America/Detroit)
      Dec 25, 2025
      Prevalent Mudaarontriton
      Teft Road Connector
      Dec 24, 2025 @ 2:07pm (America/Detroit)
      Dec 24, 2025
      Idealpaved trail, clear, trail extends further...garbagefan MMMBA
      School House
      May 16, 2025 @ 11:55am
      May 16, 2025
      Idealgood to go as of 5-15-2025NickBoley304
      Driving Range
      May 16, 2025 @ 11:53am
      May 16, 2025
      IdealTrails good to go as of 5-15-2025NickBoley304
      Hedge Row
      May 16, 2025 @ 11:53am
      May 16, 2025
      IdealTrails good to go as of 5-15-2025NickBoley304
      Trail #4
      May 16, 2025 @ 11:53am
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      IdealTrails good to go as of 5-15-2025NickBoley304
      Trail #3
      May 16, 2025 @ 11:53am
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      IdealTrails good to go as of 5-15-2025NickBoley304
      Probert
      May 16, 2025 @ 11:53am
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      IdealTrails good to go as of 5-15-2025NickBoley304
      North Loop
      Aug 18, 2024 @ 9:37am
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      Activity Feed

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      Mar 23, 2026 @ 6:26am
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      aarontritonaddreportactivity #86080808 and 1 more
      Dec 26, 2025 @ 5:40am
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      garbagefanriddentrailactivity #86012145
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      Nov 28, 2025 @ 3:59am
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      Recent Comments

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      Rault3evI6trailMuseum LoopA lot of roots, just how i like it. Really...
      Nov 13, 2025 @ 9:39am
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      MisterCrispytrailDriving RangeRode on 10/6/24. Trail was a little dry and...
      Oct 8, 2024 @ 3:33pm
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      iambencurtistrailSchool HouseTrail is rough. Lots of roots everywhere,...
      Jun 4, 2023 @ 9:50am
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      djenkins8808reportNorth Loopwhy is trail closed
      Sep 22, 2022 @ 12:58pm
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      yoopertrailridertrailSchool HouseMost of the trails here on not on...
      Dec 19, 2020 @ 2:54pm
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      Local Badges


      Activity Type Stats

      activitytypetrailsdistancedescentdescent distancetotal verticalratingglobal rankstate rankphotosreportsroutesactivity logs
      Mountain Bike3239 miles1,726 ft14 miles128 ft
      #5,613#1,87178581,919
      Gravel Bike1627 miles558 ft9 miles112 ft
      #2,407#75424
      Adaptive Bike1525 miles486 ft9 miles112 ft
      #3,178#6812
      Hike4144 miles2,024 ft16 miles151 ft
      #5,539#1,9485867
      Trail Running4144 miles2,024 ft16 miles151 ft
      #5,286#1,68258180

      Frequently Asked Questions

      What are the best places to ride in Jackson?
      Jackson has 2 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
      What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Jackson?
      The highest rated mountain biking trails in Jackson are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by rating.
      Where can I park to ride in Jackson?
      There are 9 parking locations listed in Jackson. 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 Jackson?
      The longest trail in Jackson is Falling Water Trail at 10.4 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
      What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Jackson?
      What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Jackson?
      How many trails are in Jackson?
      Jackson has a total of 41 trails. Of those, 32 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in Jackson to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
      Which trail has the most elevation gain in Jackson?
      The trail with the most elevation gain in Jackson is School House with 174 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
      Which trail has the most elevation descent in Jackson?
      The trail with the most elevation descent in Jackson is School House with 173 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
      What activities are most popular in Jackson?
      Jackson supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, Gravel Biking, Adaptive Biking, Hiking, Trail Running.
      What bike services are there in Jackson?
      The following bike services are available in Jackson:
      • Bike Shop (1)
      Browse the full Jackson directory for details.
      What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Jackson?
      The steepest mountain biking trail in Jackson is Short Cut with an average grade of 5.4%. View all trails sorted by grade.
      What trails have the biggest jumps in Jackson?
      The trails with the biggest jumps in Jackson are: Browse all mountain bike trails to find trails with jumps and technical features.
      Are the trails open in Jackson?
      The overall region status for Jackson is Clear / Green. Out of 23 trails:
      • Clear / Green: 22
      • Significant Issue / Amber: 1
      View the full trail status page for the latest updates.
      What are the most popular Strava Segments in Jackson?
      The most popular Strava segments in Jackson are:
      • FWT Moscow to Reynolds (2,573 athletes)
      • Cross to Mathews Sprint (2,447 athletes)
      • Reynolds to Moscow (2,366 athletes)
      View all Strava segments in Jackson.
      Are there accessible or adaptive trails in Jackson?
      Yes, there are 15 accessible/adaptive trails in Jackson. View all adaptive trails in Jackson for specific accessibility information.
      What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Jackson?
      What are the best beginner ride trails in Jackson?
      The best beginner mountain biking trails in Jackson are: View all beginner mountain biking trails in Jackson.

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