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      McCalla 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, Trail Running, Adaptive Biking, E-Biking and Horseback. Popular destinations include Tannehill Ironworks.
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      Region Details
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      Region Status
      Open as of Aug 30, 2026

      Stats

      Avg Trail Rating
      Trails (view details)
      40
      Trails Mountain Bike
      41
      Trails E-Bike
      16
      Trails Gravel Bike
      10
      Trails Adaptive Bike
      18
      Trails Horse
      9
      Trails Hike
      33
      Trails Trail Running
      33
      Total Distance
      42 miles
      Total Descent Distance
      18 miles
      Total Descent
      3,806 ft
      Total Vertical
      283 ft
      Highest Trailhead
      644 ft
      Reports
      178
      Photos
      78
      Completed Counter
      2,579
      Sub Regions

      Popular McCalla Mountain Biking Trails

      100 5.0 1 mile 56 ft 515
      Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail and has a moderate overall physical rating with a 56 ft blue climb. On average it takes 7 minutes to complete this trail.
      80 5.0 3,136 ft 50 ft 391
      Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail and has a moderate overall physical rating with a 50 ft blue climb. On average it takes 4 minutes to complete this trail.
      100 5.0 1 mile 199 ft 388
      Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail and has a moderate overall physical rating with a 199 ft blue climb. On average it takes 11 minutes to complete this trail.
      95 5.0 3 miles 259 ft 375
      Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions and has a moderate overall physical rating with a 259 ft blue climb. On average it takes 22 minutes to complete this trail.
      55 5.0 3 miles 235 ft 342
      Moderately popular blue difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions and has a moderate overall physical rating with a 235 ft blue climb. On average it takes 16 minutes to complete this trail.
      70 0.0 1,650 ft 52 ft 277
      Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 2 minutes to complete this trail.
      60 4.0 255 ft 27 ft 256
      Moderately popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions. On average it takes minutes to complete this trail.
      65 4.3 2 miles 107 ft 196
      Not very rooty or rocky but very narrow singletrack. Wide handlebars beware.

      Recent Ride Log Activity in Region

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      Past Week
      • 6 rides

      McCalla Mountain Bike Routes

      5.0 15 miles 1,183 ft 7 Loop
      I usually prefer tech and downhill type riding. This is my preferred route when I ride at Tannehill.
      27 miles 2,307 ft 14 Loop
      Loop that touches almost everything with about 50' of overlap at the bottom of . Can add blast furnace to...
      16 miles 1,501 ft 7 Loop
      Loop hitting almost all of the new stuff at Tannehill
      10 miles 884 ft 5 Loop
      10 Mile Loop at Tannehill on mostly new stuff
      11 miles 924 ft 4 Loop
      Chainbuster Racing’s 24-Hour Iron Maiden is a race at Tannehill Ironworks in McCalla, AL. This race...
      1.0 5 miles 362 ft 4
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      Photos of McCalla Mountain Bike

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      Current Trail Warnings

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      Anvil
      Aug 30, 2026 @ 7:32am (America/Chicago)
      Aug 30, 2026
      UnknownGrampaGeezyTree down ~halfway down the trail as of...

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      Sep 6, 2026 @ 1:01pm
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      Aug 30, 2026 @ 5:32am
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      Aug 29, 2026 @ 4:47pm
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      Recent Comments

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      TeriFgXkmtreportGrist MillI'm pretty sure it's been cut back. I ran...
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      Aug 13, 2026 @ 9:54am
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      Catfish13report30ATree has been cleared
      Apr 6, 2026 @ 12:21pm
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      Catfish13reportIMBA TrailTree has been cleared
      Apr 4, 2026 @ 4:47pm
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      Catfish13reportAccess TrailTree has been cleared
      Apr 4, 2026 @ 4:46pm
      Apr 4, 2026

      Local Badges


      Activity Type Stats

      activitytypetrailsdistancedescentdescent distancetotal verticalratingglobal rankstate rankphotosreportsroutesactivity logs
      Mountain Bike4142 miles3,806 ft18 miles282 ft
      #2,731#97663178143,701
      E-Bike1615 miles1,467 ft6 miles282 ft
      #6,807#2,058104169
      Gravel Bike1011 miles935 ft4 miles282 ft
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      Adaptive Bike1926 miles2,530 ft11 miles279 ft
      #3,059#64518
      Horse98 miles801 ft3 miles282 ft
      #3,009#1,61417
      Hike3330 miles2,730 ft13 miles282 ft
      #7,506#2,635160157
      Trail Running3330 miles2,730 ft13 miles282 ft
      #3,372#98915160167

      Frequently Asked Questions About McCalla

      What are the best places to ride in McCalla?
      McCalla has 1 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
      What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in McCalla?
      The highest rated mountain biking trails in McCalla are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by rating.
      Where can I park to ride in McCalla?
      There are 4 parking locations listed in McCalla. 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 McCalla?
      The longest trail in McCalla is Shades Creek Trail at 4.3 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
      What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in McCalla?
      The best hiking trails in McCalla are: View all hiking trails sorted by popularity score.
      What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in McCalla?
      The best trail running trails in McCalla are: View all trail running trails sorted by popularity score.
      How many trails are in McCalla?
      McCalla has a total of 40 trails. Of those, 41 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in McCalla to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
      Which trail has the most elevation gain in McCalla?
      The trail with the most elevation gain in McCalla is Iron Man with 275 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
      Which trail has the most elevation descent in McCalla?
      The trail with the most elevation descent in McCalla is Iron Man with 341 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
      What activities are most popular in McCalla?
      McCalla supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Adaptive Biking, Horseback, Hiking, Trail Running.
      What are the steepest mountain biking trails in McCalla?
      The steepest mountain biking trail in McCalla is Access Trail with an average grade of 10.7%. View all trails sorted by grade.
      Are the trails open in McCalla?
      Out of 31 trails:
      • Clear / Green: 16
      • Minor Issue / Yellow: 9
      • Significant Issue / Amber: 4
      • Closed: 2
      View the full trail status page for the latest updates.
      Can I ride an ebike in McCalla?
      Yes, McCalla supports e-bike riding. There are 12 trails in McCalla that allow e-bikes. Check the e-bike trails listing for specific trail access details and any local regulations.
      What are the most popular mountain biking routes in McCalla?
      What are the most popular Strava Segments in McCalla?
      The most popular Strava segments in McCalla are:
      • Dirt Dragin Descent (3,276 athletes)
      • Straight on Till Morning (2,826 athletes)
      • Stick Squirrel Down (2,286 athletes)
      View all Strava segments in McCalla.
      What trails are closed in McCalla?
      There are currently 2 closed trails in McCalla. The breakdown of all trail statuses is:
      • Clear / Green: 16
      • Minor Issue / Yellow: 9
      • Significant Issue / Amber: 4
      • Closed: 2
      View all closed trails for the latest updates.
      Are there accessible or adaptive trails in McCalla?
      Yes, there are 22 accessible/adaptive trails in McCalla. View all adaptive trails in McCalla for specific accessibility information.
      What are the most popular mountain biking trails in McCalla?
      What are the best beginner ride trails in McCalla?
      The best beginner mountain biking trails in McCalla are: View all beginner mountain biking trails in McCalla.
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