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Middleton 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 Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Trail Running, Hiking, Nordic Skiing, Snowshoeing, Adaptive Biking, Skiing and Winter Fat Biking. Trails here are often flowy, tight and twisty and machine-built. Scenery includes lakes and creeks. Common trail features include berms, jumps and bridges. Many trails are family friendly. Popular destinations include Blackhawk Ski Club, Elver Park and Governor Nelson State Park.
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- Mountain Bike
68 trails
- E-Bike
65 trails
- Adaptive Bike
10 trails
- Winter Fat Bike
8 trails
- Hike
56 trails
- Trail Running
57 trails
- Snowshoe
12 trails
- Downhill Ski
9 trails
- Nordic Ski
46 trails
Region Details
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- 30
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- 2
Region Status
Open as of 22 hours
Stats
- Avg Trail Rating
- Trails (view details)
- 126
- Trails Mountain Bike
- 68
- Trails E-Bike
- 65
- Trails Gravel Bike
- 16
- Trails Adaptive Bike
- 10
- Trails Winter Fat Bike
- 8
- Trails Horse
- 1
- Trails Hike
- 56
- Trails Trail Running
- 57
- Trails Snowshoe
- 12
- Trails Downhill Ski
- 9
- Trails Nordic Ski
- 46
- Total Distance
- 71 miles
- Total Descent Distance
- 26 miles
- Total Descent
- 4,680 ft
- Total Vertical
- 346 ft
- Highest Trailhead
- 1,196 ft
- Reports
- 365
- Photos
- 90
- Completed Counter
- 10,890
Sub Regions
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Blackhawk Ski Club
- 13
- 9
- 7
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Governor Nelson State Park
- 1
- 6
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Middleton Bike Park
- 6
- 4
- 1
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Pheasant Branch Conservancy
- 3
- 3
Popular Middleton Mountain Biking Trails
• 100 ★ 3.7 • 909 ft • 0 ft • 484 •
Private Club. Membership Required. But not a private club like Bushwood Country Club. It's a 501(c)(3) corporation whose purpose is to develop and promote youth sports in the Madison area. $25 single/$50 family summer and winter...
• 95 ★ 4.7 • 2,953 ft • 18 ft • 467 •
Basically just a pump track through the woods, super flowy with optional doubles
• 90 ★ 4.0 • 1,644 ft • 26 ft • 453 •
What started out as a beginner flow trail loop has now become an integral part of the Blackhawk network. It provides the primary access to several trails and the new skills park. It was also upgraded to incorporate a bigger table top...
• 65 ★ 4.4 • 1 mile • 124 ft • 437 •
This is the lead in trail of the Middleton Bike Park trail system. It is a moderately easy singletrack with some great machine-built dirt goodness! The trail is mostly one-way with a two-way section.
• 90 ★ 5.0 • 2,408 ft • 34 ft • 436 •
Easy trail that traverses just below the upper access road, connecting the west trailhead to the east trailhead.
• 85 ★ 4.7 • 2,028 ft • 0 ft • 410 •
Intermediate Flow trail with rollers, large in-sloped turns and an optional rock garden. The trail extends to traverse all the way to the bottom of the ski hill. Redesigned and tree fall removed by Jeremy Witek in April 2021.
• 95 ★ 5.0 • 1,650 ft • 6 ft • 403 •
The West Connector is an easy trail traversing the top of the hill from the east trailhead to the west trailhead. There is an optional elevated skinny feature for riders seeking an extra challenge.
Photos of Middleton Mountain Bike
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Recent Trail Reports
| status | trail | date | condition | info | user |
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| The Fairway | Nov 12, 2026 @ 11:57am (America/Chicago) 22 hours | Variable | makers1963 | ||
| West Connector | Nov 12, 2026 @ 11:57am (America/Chicago) 22 hours | Variable | makers1963 | ||
| Slice | Nov 12, 2026 @ 11:57am (America/Chicago) 22 hours | Dry | makers1963 | ||
| Slice Connector | Nov 12, 2026 @ 11:57am (America/Chicago) 22 hours | Variable | makers1963 | ||
| Mulligan | Nov 12, 2026 @ 11:57am (America/Chicago) 22 hours | Variable | makers1963 | ||
| Switchbacks | Nov 12, 2026 @ 11:57am (America/Chicago) 22 hours | Very Dry | makers1963 | ||
| East Connector | Nov 12, 2026 @ 11:57am (America/Chicago) 22 hours | Ideal | makers1963 | ||
| East Connector | Jun 25, 2026 @ 4:54pm (America/Chicago) Jun 25, 2026 | Variable | makers1963 | ||
| Clubhouse | Jun 25, 2026 @ 4:54pm (America/Chicago) Jun 25, 2026 | Variable | makers1963 | ||
| Springs Trail | Sep 27, 2025 @ 9:49am (America/Chicago) Sep 27, 2025 | Variable | oppesaddle3 |
Activity Feed
| username | action | type | title | date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| makers1963 | add | report | activity #107708605 and 4 more | Nov 13, 2026 @ 8:20am 3 mins |
| makers1963 | add | report | activity #107708602 and 1 more | Nov 13, 2026 @ 8:20am 3 mins |
| LukeaD8c2k | add | trail | activity #106629379 | Oct 26, 2026 @ 7:32am Oct 26, 2026 |
| RamblerBill1970 | wishlist | trail | activity #103958703 | Sep 16, 2026 @ 7:06pm Sep 16, 2026 |
| ChrystalnNteUc | wishlist | region | activity #103815463 | Sep 14, 2026 @ 5:20pm Sep 14, 2026 |
Recent Comments
| username | type | title | comment | date |
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| trail | Very fun drop-in. | Sep 15, 2023 @ 11:07am Sep 15, 2023 | ||
| trail | Great leg stretcher | Oct 16, 2022 @ 5:27pm Oct 16, 2022 | ||
| trail | Where it all began for me, alot of fun... | Oct 16, 2022 @ 5:23pm Oct 16, 2022 | ||
| trail | This was a great addition its short but techy... | Sep 23, 2021 @ 4:39pm Sep 23, 2021 | ||
| trail | There's a new jump line that runs roughly... | Aug 31, 2021 @ 11:02am Aug 31, 2021 |
Local Badges
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Epic Ride Climb 2k22 awarded -
Climbing 10k Badge37 awarded -
Climbing 100k Badge1 awarded -
Epic Ride Descent 2k22 awarded -
Descent 10k Badge38 awarded -
Descent 100k Badge1 awarded
Bike & Skill Parks
| name | type | city | rating |
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| Middleton Bike Park | skill park | Middleton |
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 | 68 | 35 miles | 2,247 ft | 12 miles | 282 ft | #931 | #3 | 84 | 365 | 11,460 | ||
| E-Bike | 65 | 34 miles | 2,224 ft | 12 miles | 282 ft | #3,156 | #24 | 342 | 206 | |||
| Gravel Bike | 16 | 18 miles | 531 ft | 6 miles | 200 ft | #672 | #374 | 28 | ||||
| Adaptive Bike | 10 | 14 miles | 390 ft | 5 miles | 82 ft | #3,769 | #19 | 6 | ||||
| Winter Fat Bike | 8 | 5,062 ft | 69 ft | 1,860 ft | 174 ft | #3,215 | #27 | 9 | 66 | |||
| Horse | 1 | 1 mile | 79 ft | 2,110 ft | 95 ft | 24 | ||||||
| Hike | 56 | 40 miles | 1,850 ft | 13 miles | 348 ft | #4,783 | #22 | 6 | 351 | 321 | ||
| Trail Running | 57 | 40 miles | 1,850 ft | 13 miles | 348 ft | #4,417 | #19 | 351 | 549 | |||
| Snowshoe | 12 | 3 miles | 223 ft | 1 mile | 341 ft | #1,180 | #19 | 32 | ||||
| Downhill Ski | 9 | 4,557 ft | 335 ft | 2,959 ft | 174 ft | #734 | #22 | 25 | ||||
| Nordic Ski | 46 | 23 miles | 1,440 ft | 9 miles | 292 ft | #537 | #5 | 318 |
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the best places to ride in Middleton?
Middleton has 11 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
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What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Middleton?
The highest rated mountain biking trails in Middleton are:
- Slice (4.4/5)
- Howling Wolff (4.4/5)
- Twist & Shout-1 (4.3/5)
- Skills Area (4.2/5)
- Chip Shot (4.2/5)
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Where can I park to ride in Middleton?
There are 15 parking locations listed in Middleton. 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 Middleton?
The longest trail in Middleton is Pheasant Branch Conservancy at 3.2 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
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What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Middleton?
The best hiking trails in Middleton are: View all hiking trails sorted by popularity score.
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What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Middleton?
The best trail running trails in Middleton are:
- Connector
- Frederick's Hill Trail
- Campus Drive Cycle Path
- Pheasant Branch West Trail
- Pheasant Branch Conservancy
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How many trails are in Middleton?
Middleton has a total of 126 trails. Of those, 68 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in Middleton to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
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Which trail has the most elevation gain in Middleton?
The trail with the most elevation gain in Middleton is South Fork Trail with 163 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
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Which trail has the most elevation descent in Middleton?
The trail with the most elevation descent in Middleton is Switchbacks with 132 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
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What activities are most popular in Middleton?
Middleton supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Adaptive Biking, Winter Fat Biking, Hiking, Trail Running, Snowshoeing, Skiing, Nordic Skiing.
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What bike services are there in Middleton?
The following bike services are available in Middleton:
- Other (1)
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What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Middleton?
The steepest mountain biking trail in Middleton is Long Short with an average grade of 13%. View all trails sorted by grade.
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What trails have the biggest jumps in Middleton?
The trails with the biggest jumps in Middleton are: Browse all mountain bike trails to find trails with jumps and technical features.
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Are the trails open in Middleton?
The overall region status for Middleton is Clear / Green. Out of 34 trails:
- Clear / Green: 26
- Minor Issue / Yellow: 7
- Significant Issue / Amber: 1
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Can I ride an ebike in Middleton?
Yes, Middleton supports e-bike riding. There are 48 trails in Middleton 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 Strava Segments in Middleton?
The most popular Strava segments in Middleton are:
- Slice DH (2,436 athletes)
- Twist and Shout Downhill (2,357 athletes)
- HJ BLACKHAWK - Twist and Shout (2,266 athletes)
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Are there accessible or adaptive trails in Middleton?
Yes, there are 10 accessible/adaptive trails in Middleton. View all adaptive trails in Middleton for specific accessibility information.
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What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Middleton?
The most popular mountain biking trails in Middleton are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by popularity.
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What are the best beginner ride trails in Middleton?
The best beginner mountain biking trails in Middleton are:
- Slice (4.9/5)
- West Connector (5/5)
- Skills Park Access Trail (5/5)
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