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      Lenoir 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 and Trail Running. Common trail features include jumps, berms and drops. Many trails are family friendly. Popular destinations include Zacks Fork and Boone Fork Area.
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      Region Status
      Open as of Sep 25, 2026

      Stats

      Avg Trail Rating
      Trails (view details)
      10
      Trails Mountain Bike
      10
      Trails E-Bike
      1
      Trails Hike
      6
      Trails Trail Running
      6
      Total Distance
      9 miles
      Total Descent
      2,927 ft
      Total Vertical
      1,248 ft
      Highest Trailhead
      2,379 ft
      Reports
      290
      Photos
      92
      Completed Counter
      839
      Sub Regions

      Popular Lenoir Mountain Biking Trails

      • 95 ★ 3.9 • 3 miles • 199 ft • 137 •
      Popular green difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 21 minutes to complete this trail.
      • 65 ★ 0.0 • 814 ft • 15 ft • 72 •
      The connector/return trail between Zacks Fork trail and the three gravity trails (Freestyle Medley. The Deep End, and Stay In Your Lane) and the Lenoir Aquatic Center.
      • 40 ★ 0.0 • 1,404 ft • 20 ft • 63 •
      Intermediate Jump Line with berms, tables, step down, NO GAPS/ALL ROLLABLE. The three gravity trails merge together at the bottom and join Zacks Fork trail. To session, go right at Zacks Fork trail intersection and then follow the signs...
      • 75 ★ 0.0 • 738 ft • 0 ft • 62 •
      Cannonball entrance is on the right after the initial right hand berm of Stay In Your Lane. Bigger jumps, gap jumps and a big kicker with a forever lander makes this the most difficult jump line in the gravity trails section of the...
      • 100 ★ 0.0 • 755 ft • 0 ft • 62 •
      Stay In Your Lane is the More Advanced jumpline with bigger tables and doubleable jumps. No Gaps/All Rollable. Trail merges with other gravity trails at the bottom and then connects into Zacks Fork Trail. To session, go right at Zacks...
      • 45 ★ 0.0 • 804 ft • 0 ft • 62 •
      Chock full o'drops, all rollable but better when hucked! Merges with other gravity trails at the bottom and returns to Zacks Fork Trail. To session, go right at Zacks Fork Trail intersection and then follow signs for Flip Turn trail.
      • 55 ★ 0.0 • 440 ft • 22 ft • 57 •
      Dumpster Dive is a connector trail between the Aquatic Center parking area and the Upper and Lower tiers of the Zack's Fork Trail. It has a very rooty section with a turn that is prone to erosion from improper drainage. Be mindful when...
      • 5 ★ 3.0 • 3 miles • 921 ft • 25 •
      Fun Pisgah back country style descent with rocks, high speed turns, creek crossings and jumps. Two uphill sections are easily ridden. Trail finishes back on Spencer Branch Rd. (left to go to where you parked, right to go up and hit Gem...

      Recent Ride Log Activity in Region

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      Photos of Lenoir Mountain Bike

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      Videos of Lenoir Mountain Bike

      Yellow Trail and Double H Trail Route
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      15:06 | 627 | Dec 31, 2018 , Lenoir
      Opening descent of Gem Mine
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      trail: Gem Mine
      853 | Apr 29, 2017 , Lenoir

      Current Trail Warnings

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      Yellow Trail -> Double H Trail
      Sep 25, 2026 @ 9:51am (America/New_York)
      Sep 25, 2026
      VariablejfaughtI love this trail. It hasn't quite been...

      Recent Trail Reports

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      Zacks Fork Trail
      Mar 30, 2026 @ 3:44pm (America/New_York)
      Mar 30, 2026
      Dry 2 12" trees down at different places...leedavis190
      The Deep End
      Sep 12, 2025 @ 1:19pm (America/New_York)
      Sep 12, 2025
      IdealLooks like it's work recently. Mint...StevenMcNutt
      Gem Mine
      Mar 23, 2025 @ 2:09pm
      Mar 23, 2025
      IdealCleared post-Hurricane Helene after...EddyZeddy
      Flip Turn
      Mar 23, 2025 @ 5:18am
      Mar 23, 2025
      Dry Bridge completed! Trail is fully rideable.thehappyhucker NWNC.MTBA
      Freestyle Medley
      Feb 24, 2025 @ 2:37pm
      Feb 24, 2025
      Unknown thehappyhucker NWNC.MTBA
      Cannonball
      Oct 26, 2024 @ 9:29am
      Oct 26, 2024
      Dry clear and rideablethehappyhucker NWNC.MTBA
      Stay In Your Lane
      Oct 26, 2024 @ 9:27am
      Oct 26, 2024
      Dry open and rideablethehappyhucker NWNC.MTBA
      Graveyard
      Sep 30, 2024 @ 4:42pm
      Sep 30, 2024
      DryTrees down/deadfall—post-Helene mess!EddyZeddy
      Greenway Connector
      Jul 15, 2023 @ 2:30am
      Jul 15, 2023
      IdealE-Bike need2boutside

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      Recent Comments

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      StevenMcNutttrailThe Deep End6 drops, a step down, and a side hit at the...
      Sep 15, 2025 @ 7:29am
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      StevenMcNutttrailThe Deep End6 drops, a step down, and a side hit at the...
      Sep 15, 2025 @ 7:28am
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      StevenMcNutttrailThe Deep End7 drops, a step down, and a side hit at the...
      Sep 12, 2025 @ 10:26am
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      CarolinaCrawlertrailThe Deep EndThe drops are NOT rollable currently, but...
      Mar 22, 2024 @ 7:16pm
      Mar 22, 2024
      ryankinaltrailZacks Fork TrailThis is a great trail for exercise. I ride it...
      Jun 10, 2023 @ 5:08am
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      Activity Type Stats

      activitytypetrailsdistancedescentdescent distancetotal verticalratingglobal rankstate rankphotosreportsroutesactivity logs
      Mountain Bike109 miles2,927 ft5 miles1,250 ft
      #6,021#58912902,536
      E-Bike11,404 ft79 ft1,010 ft79 ft
      8425
      Hike69 miles2,703 ft5 miles1,243 ft
      #11,844#105204245
      Trail Running69 miles2,703 ft5 miles1,243 ft
      #11,444#9420445

      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ What are the best places to ride in Lenoir?
      Lenoir has 2 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
      ▼ What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Lenoir?
      The highest rated mountain biking trails in Lenoir are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by rating.
      ▼ Where can I park to ride in Lenoir?
      There are 1 parking locations listed in Lenoir. The most popular parking spots are:
      ▼ What is the longest trail in Lenoir?
      The longest trail in Lenoir is Gem Mine at 3.3 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
      ▼ How many trails are in Lenoir?
      Lenoir has a total of 10 trails. Browse top mountain biking trails in Lenoir to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
      ▼ Which trail has the most elevation gain in Lenoir?
      The trail with the most elevation gain in Lenoir is Gem Mine with 921 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
      ▼ Which trail has the most elevation descent in Lenoir?
      The trail with the most elevation descent in Lenoir is Gem Mine with 1,497 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
      ▼ What activities are most popular in Lenoir?
      Lenoir supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, Gravel Biking, Adaptive Biking, Winter Fat Biking, Hiking, Trail Running.
      ▼ What bike services are there in Lenoir?
      The following bike services are available in Lenoir:
      • Bike Shop (1)
      • Trail Association (1)
      Browse the full Lenoir directory for details.
      ▼ What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Lenoir?
      The steepest mountain biking trail in Lenoir is Dumpster Dive with an average grade of 5.4%. View all trails sorted by grade.
      ▼ Are the trails open in Lenoir?
      Out of 9 trails:
      • Clear / Green: 5
      • Minor Issue / Yellow: 1
      • Significant Issue / Amber: 3
      View the full trail status page for the latest updates.
      ▼ What is the highest summit in Lenoir?
      The highest summit in Lenoir is Stone Mountain at 2,802 ft elevation.
      ▼ What are the most popular Strava Segments in Lenoir?
      The most popular Strava segments in Lenoir are:
      • Up the Laces (603 athletes)
      • Middle Ground (528 athletes)
      • The Climb (521 athletes)
      View all Strava segments in Lenoir.
      ▼ Are there accessible or adaptive trails in Lenoir?
      Lenoir supports adaptive biking as an activity type, but individual trail accessibility details may vary. View all adaptive trails in Lenoir for specific accessibility information.
      ▼ Are there local clubs or events in Lenoir?
      There are 1 local clubs or associations listed in the Lenoir directory. Browse the local directory for details.
      ▼ What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Lenoir?
      ▼ What are the best beginner ride trails in Lenoir?
      The best beginner mountain biking trails in Lenoir are: View all beginner mountain biking trails in Lenoir.
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