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SaveLaurel Mountain trails and routes are listed on Trailforks with interactive trail maps, difficulty ratings, photos, and user-reported trail conditions. The Trailforks community has shared hundreds of photos from this region. Supported activity types include Mountain Biking, Hiking and Trail Running. Trails here are often rocky, flowy and tight and twisty. Scenery includes ridgelines, summits and views. Common trail features include rock gardens, creek crossings and skinnies.
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AKA: Forbes State Forest
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- Mountain Bike
37 trails
- Hike
37 trails
- Trail Running
37 trails
Region Details
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- 16
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Region Status
Open as of Aug 27, 2026Stats
- Avg Trail Rating
- Trails (view details)
- 37
- Trails Mountain Bike
- 37
- Trails E-Bike
- 1
- Trails Gravel Bike
- 9
- Trails Adaptive Bike
- 8
- Trails Horse
- 1
- Trails Hike
- 37
- Trails Trail Running
- 37
- Trails Snowshoe
- 1
- Trails Nordic Ski
- 2
- Total Distance
- 34 miles
- Total Descent
- 3,581 ft
- Total Vertical
- 1,021 ft
- Highest Trailhead
- 2,821 ft
- Reports
- 108
- Photos
- 278
- Completed Counter
- 3,533
Popular Laurel Mountain Mountain Biking Trails
• 100 ★ 5.0 • 4,960 ft • 63 ft • 222 •
Extending beyond the former gas well at the end of the northern segment of Silvermine, the southern segment changes from dirt road to singletrack. Grade changes are gradual but surface conditions vary abruptly. The most severe rock...
• 95 ★ 0.0 • 3,382 ft • 13 ft • 181 •
The central section of Black Bear starts from a sometimes difficult to spot location along Rector-Eddie Road (J.E. Miller Road) and extends northward to a point where it dumps out on Laurel Summit Road. The northern section of Black...
• 80 ★ 4.0 • 1 mile • 95 ft • 167 •
Another must do trail segment especially if this is your only visit. It is the first LHORBA built trail at Laurel Mountain/Forbes area. The northern segment dips along the downhill side of Silvermine. It includes numerous log crossings,...
• 95 ★ 0.0 • 2,118 ft • 11 ft • 164 •
Popular green difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail. On average it takes 3 minutes to complete this trail.
• 90 ★ 4.0 • 1 mile • 122 ft • 163 •
Connects from the rear of the warming hut, crosses Spruce Run Trail and ends at the southern leg of Spruce Run Trail near the Burma parking. The north end starts as bouldery descending to the Spruce Run stream crossing. Flowy to its...
• 85 ★ 5.0 • 3,770 ft • 5 ft • 157 •
This is an advanced trail typically ridden northbound. Beginning at the “Expert” sign just off the Black Bear connection to Laurel Summit Road, the trail flows along a generally level route with several optional boulders/logs/roots...
• 90 ★ 0.0 • 3,155 ft • 0 ft • 144 •
This trail provides the easiest connection to Rector-Eddie Road and on to Wolf Rocks overlook for beginners parking at Laurel Summit State Park. This singletrack starts part way along the Bog Trail and also experiences a higher usage by...
• 100 ★ 2.0 • 1,385 ft • 0 ft • 133 •
This is a short connector trail from the "Main" parking to the warming hut
Laurel Mountain Mountain Bike Routes
20 miles • 1,091 ft • 8 •
This Laurel Mt ride includes all of the best, and most challenging, mountain biking trails in this area of...
14 miles • 471 ft • 3 •
This ride highlights the easiest trails of the network linked to provide a tour of the entire ridge. While...
★ 1.0 • 11 miles • 620 ft • 8 •
This Laurel Mt ride includes many of the best, and some challenging, mountain biking trails in this area...
11 miles • 1,530 ft • 3 •
The Goat Path ride will take you on a tour of the more remote, advanced trails at the southern end of the...
• 8 miles • 464 ft • 5 •
• 6 miles • 445 ft • 2 •
Photos of Laurel Mountain Mountain Bike
Videos of Laurel Mountain Mountain Bike
Recent Trail Reports
| status | trail | date | condition | info | user |
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| Lodge Trail | Aug 27, 2026 @ 6:22pm (America/Toronto) Aug 27, 2026 | Unknown | kadinbikesalot | ||
| Grove Run Trail | Jul 13, 2026 @ 6:07am (America/New_York) Jul 13, 2026 | Variable | LoamMountaineer | ||
| Fish Run Trail | Jun 8, 2026 @ 8:39am (America/New_York) Jun 8, 2026 | Variable | LoamMountaineer | ||
| Rocky Gap | Jun 7, 2026 @ 10:11am (America/Toronto) Jun 7, 2026 | Variable | tagray LHORBA | ||
| Beam Run Trail | Jul 10, 2025 @ 5:46pm Jul 10, 2025 | Variable | b--rock | ||
| Spruce Run | Jul 10, 2025 @ 5:43pm Jul 10, 2025 | Variable | b--rock | ||
| Silvermine Dirt Road | Jul 10, 2025 @ 5:41pm Jul 10, 2025 | Variable | b--rock | ||
| Outcrop Trail | Jul 10, 2025 @ 5:38pm Jul 10, 2025 | Variable | b--rock | ||
| Mainline Trail | Jul 10, 2025 @ 5:30pm Jul 10, 2025 | Variable | b--rock | ||
| Summit Trail | Apr 29, 2025 @ 5:38pm Apr 29, 2025 | Variable | zachwasser |
Activity Feed
| username | action | type | title | date |
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| Derek-Semenko-Kuhns | vote | trail | activity #105070790 | Oct 2, 2026 @ 4:49pm Oct 2, 2026 |
| Derek-Semenko-Kuhns | add | photo | activity #105070758 and 2 more | Oct 2, 2026 @ 4:48pm Oct 2, 2026 |
| autorodtech | wishlist | region | activity #103709217 | Sep 13, 2026 @ 7:51am Sep 13, 2026 |
| JacalynXC | wishlist | route | activity #103551813 | Sep 11, 2026 @ 9:59am Sep 11, 2026 |
| JacalynXC | wishlist | route | activity #103305567 | Sep 7, 2026 @ 3:51pm Sep 7, 2026 |
Recent Comments
| username | type | title | comment | date |
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| trail | Nice semi-technical gradual descent. A nice... | Jul 13, 2026 @ 3:52am Jul 13, 2026 | ||
| trail | Overall, awesome technical trail. From Laurel... | Jul 13, 2026 @ 3:47am Jul 13, 2026 | ||
| trail | Both sides are a downhill blast! The best... | Jul 13, 2026 @ 3:23am Jul 13, 2026 | ||
| trail | Agreed, I think this trail would work better... | Aug 9, 2025 @ 8:11am Aug 9, 2025 | ||
| trail | Maybe this trail would be fun run backwards... | Jul 10, 2025 @ 5:40pm Jul 10, 2025 |
Nearby Areas
| name | distance | ||||
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| Mountain Streams | 4 | 7 | 1 | 6.1 km | |
| Mallard's Rest | 7.9 km | ||||
| Mallard's rest | 7.9 km | ||||
| Mallard's rest | 8 km | ||||
| Laurel Hill State Park | 2 | 9.1 km |
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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 | 37 | 34 miles | 3,583 ft | 17 miles | 1,020 ft | #4,402 | #53 | 275 | 108 | 4 | 1,735 | |
| E-Bike | 1 | 502 ft | 3 ft | 135 ft | 3 ft | 84 | 3 | 36 | ||||
| Gravel Bike | 9 | 8 miles | 735 ft | 4 miles | 577 ft | #5,104 | #2,232 | 11 | 2 | |||
| Adaptive Bike | 8 | 7 miles | 571 ft | 4 miles | 256 ft | #5,111 | #2,232 | 10 | ||||
| Horse | 1 | 1 mile | 128 ft | 2,608 ft | 112 ft | 32 | ||||||
| Hike | 37 | 34 miles | 3,583 ft | 17 miles | 1,020 ft | #6,416 | #82 | 3 | 108 | 136 | ||
| Trail Running | 37 | 34 miles | 3,583 ft | 17 miles | 1,020 ft | #5,578 | #65 | 108 | 42 | |||
| Snowshoe | 1 | 1 mile | 128 ft | 2,608 ft | 112 ft | 1 | 2 | |||||
| Nordic Ski | 2 | 2 miles | 151 ft | 3,133 ft | 125 ft | 1 | 10 |
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Laurel Mountain?
The highest rated mountain biking trails in Laurel Mountain are:
- Hemlock Trail (4.2/5)
- Fish Run Trail (4.2/5)
- Wolf Rocks Loop (4.2/5)
- Outcrop Trail (4.2/5)
- Wolf Rocks Trail (4.2/5)
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What is the best time of the year to ride in Laurel Mountain?
Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride in Laurel Mountain are:
- August (39 activities)
- June (31 activities)
- July (28 activities)
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Where can I park to ride in Laurel Mountain?
There are 9 parking locations listed in Laurel Mountain. 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 Laurel Mountain?
The longest trail in Laurel Mountain is Fish Run Trail at 3.8 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
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What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Laurel Mountain?
The best hiking trails in Laurel Mountain are: View all hiking trails sorted by popularity score.
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What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Laurel Mountain?
The best trail running trails in Laurel Mountain are: View all trail running trails sorted by popularity score.
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How many trails are in Laurel Mountain?
Laurel Mountain has a total of 37 trails. Browse top mountain biking trails in Laurel Mountain to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
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Which trail has the most elevation gain in Laurel Mountain?
The trail with the most elevation gain in Laurel Mountain is Grove Run Trail with 822 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
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Which trail has the most elevation descent in Laurel Mountain?
The trail with the most elevation descent in Laurel Mountain is Grove Run Trail with 818 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
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What activities are most popular in Laurel Mountain?
Laurel Mountain supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, Hiking, Trail Running.
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What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Laurel Mountain?
The steepest mountain biking trail in Laurel Mountain is Bill Albert's, East with an average grade of 6.1%. View all trails sorted by grade.
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Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Laurel Mountain?
Yes, there are 2 scenic viewpoints marked along trails in Laurel Mountain. 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 Laurel Mountain?
The overall region status for Laurel Mountain is Clear / Green. Out of 29 trails:
- Clear / Green: 25
- Minor Issue / Yellow: 3
- Significant Issue / Amber: 1
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Can I ride an ebike in Laurel Mountain?
There are 1 trails in Laurel Mountain 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 Laurel Mountain?
The most popular mountain biking routes in Laurel Mountain are: View all mountain biking routes in Laurel Mountain.
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What type of bike is most common in Laurel Mountain?
Based on activity log data, the most common bike types used in Laurel Mountain are:
- AM (49 activities)
- Fat (18 activities)
- XC (8 activities)
- DH (1 activities)
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What are the most popular Strava Segments in Laurel Mountain?
The most popular Strava segments in Laurel Mountain are:
- Outcrop South (Clockwise) (605 athletes)
- Towhee (Spruce Run to Locust Camp rd) (535 athletes)
- Outcrop North (Clockwise) (312 athletes)
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What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Laurel Mountain?
The most popular mountain biking trails in Laurel Mountain are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by popularity.
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What are the best beginner ride trails in Laurel Mountain?
The best beginner mountain biking trails in Laurel Mountain are:
- Spruce Flats Trail (0/5)
- Loop Trail (3/5)
- Towhee (4/5)
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