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SaveThe Mount Penn Preserve Partnership (MP3) strictly prohibits individuals from creating new trails within the Mount Penn Preserve as per the municipalities’ and County of Berks’ ordinances. This is also for the sake of visitors’ safety, health of the land, and for the preservation of historical features found within the 4,000 acres of the Mount Penn Preserve. The MP3 is currently in the process of assessing the 40+ miles of trails used for equestrian, hiking, and biking. We encourage you to “STAY IN THE LANE” and enjoy the existing trail system that meanders through many historic features, flora and fauna.
source: Mount Penn Preserve Website
Primary Trail Type: All-Mountain & Downhill
Shuttleable: YES
Land Status: City Managed
Land Manager: Mt. Penn Preserve Partnership (MP3)
google parking directions Access Info:
BAMBA Trailhead Parking Lot, 2 List Road, Reading, PA 19606
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- Mountain Bike
135 trails
- E-Bike
19 trails
- Horse
3 trails
- Hike
130 trails
- Trail Running
131 trails
Stats
- Avg Trail Rating
- Trails (view details)
- 135
- Trails Mountain Bike
- 135
- Trails E-Bike
- 19
- Trails Gravel Bike
- 26
- Trails Adaptive Bike
- 11
- Trails Winter Fat Bike
- 38
- Trails Horse
- 3
- Trails Hike
- 130
- Trails Trail Running
- 131
- Total Distance
- 38 miles
- Total Descent
- 8,858 ft
- Total Vertical
- 660 ft
- Highest Trailhead
- 1,115 ft
- Reports
- 2,672
- Photos
- 449
- Completed Counter
- 41,371
Popular Mount Penn Preserve Mountain Biking Trails
• 95 ★ 4.4 • 3,491 ft • 0 ft • 769 •
Constructed dirt jump trail. Upper section is very rocky until you get to the log drop (4-6ft), middle section is packed dirt and shale with several dirt drops (1-2ft), rollers, and berms. Lower section is packed dirt with large tables,...
• 100 ★ 3.0 • 875 ft • 6 ft • 728 •
Feeder trail from/to BAMBA lot. Meets up with south of the lot.
• 90 ★ 3.8 • 1,033 ft • 0 ft • 604 •
Packed dirt singletrack with several 8-12" rock ledges. please be mindful of people ripping down this if you are climbing up.
• 100 ★ 4.5 • 541 ft • 10 ft • 592 •
just a simple trail that allows you to bypass pushing back up a jump line.
• 95 ★ 3.7 • 3,159 ft • 0 ft • 583 •
Main feeder trail for Towers section. Packed dirt single track, some rocks and roots.
• 95 ★ 4.4 • 1,235 ft • 7 ft • 541 •
Rocky singletrack climb from the intersection of and to The Bunker.
• 85 ★ 4.6 • 896 ft • 0 ft • 530 •
Fun switchback trail from The Wine Cellar to List Rd. Rocky but fairly wide and bermed.
• 60 ★ 3.8 • 567 ft • 72 ft • 521 •
Steep singletrack climb/descent with several log hops/drops.
Mount Penn Preserve Mountain Bike Routes
★ 4.5 • 7 miles • 843 ft • 77 • Point to Point •
Tried to build the rockiest route I could down the mountain. This route is extremely rocky and gnarly and...
★ 4.0 • 2 miles • 189 ft • 13 •
Easy Loop from BAMBA Lot - to Ferndale
7 miles • 866 ft • 9 • Loop •
Starts off with the famous A-line jump track, and will route you by the jump bowl, pretty neat to mess...
3 miles • 760 ft • 5 • Race •
Unofficial https://readingradsport.com/virtual-climb-challenge/
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Current Trail Warnings
| status | trail | date | condition | user | info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ferndale Trail - A-line section | Sep 7, 2026 @ 11:20am (America/New_York) Sep 7, 2026 | Unknown | jsharrison1 BAMBA | 4 trunks |
Recent Trail Reports
| status | trail | date | condition | info | user |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vietnam | Sep 19, 2026 @ 12:42pm (America/New_York) 5 hours | Very Dry | David7gl3Ws | ||
| Off Camber Part 2 | Sep 19, 2026 @ 12:41pm (America/New_York) 5 hours | Very Dry | David7gl3Ws | ||
| Cliff's Lane | Sep 19, 2026 @ 12:40pm (America/New_York) 5 hours | Very Dry | David7gl3Ws | ||
| Happy Hiking | Sep 19, 2026 @ 12:36pm (America/New_York) 6 hours | Unknown | David7gl3Ws | ||
| Bobble Head (Gravity/Ferndale) | Aug 29, 2026 @ 6:31pm (America/New_York) Aug 29, 2026 | Dry | chuck-brown | ||
| Rip It Straight | Aug 29, 2026 @ 6:26pm (America/New_York) Aug 29, 2026 | Ideal | chuck-brown | ||
| Egelman Park Blue Trail | Aug 11, 2026 @ 9:53am (America/New_York) Aug 11, 2026 | Unknown | tduro | ||
| C-line at Angora to the Bowl | Aug 8, 2026 @ 2:27pm (America/New_York) Aug 8, 2026 | Unknown | Jmmatteo | ||
| Doubletrack climb to Spuhler trailhead. | Aug 8, 2026 @ 9:04am (America/New_York) Aug 8, 2026 | Unknown | jsharrison1 BAMBA | ||
| Skyline to Green Connector (Gravity Railroad) | Jun 14, 2026 @ 11:42am (America/New_York) Jun 14, 2026 | Unknown | jsharrison1 BAMBA |
Activity Feed
| username | action | type | title | date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| David7gl3Ws | add | report | activity #104133695 and 4 more | Sep 19, 2026 @ 9:36am 5 hours |
| aaronritz | wishlist | trail | activity #104086962 | Sep 18, 2026 @ 6:07pm 21 hours |
| jsharrison1 | add | report | activity #103776132 | Sep 14, 2026 @ 6:17am Sep 14, 2026 |
| Spiralto1 | wishlist | region | activity #103591840 | Sep 12, 2026 @ 12:17am Sep 12, 2026 |
| tduro | add | report | activity #103539759 and 4 more | Sep 11, 2026 @ 7:02am Sep 11, 2026 |
Recent Comments
| username | type | title | comment | date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| report | 3 trees down | Jun 6, 2026 @ 11:05am Jun 6, 2026 | ||
| report | 1 tree down upper section 2 trees down lower... | Aug 8, 2025 @ 2:10pm Aug 8, 2025 | ||
| report | Cleared | Aug 3, 2025 @ 11:52am Aug 3, 2025 | ||
| trail | Flat fast trail with a few tight turns and... | Jul 21, 2025 @ 10:55am Jul 21, 2025 | ||
| trail | Trail is better clockwise from RED to GREEN (... | Jul 21, 2025 @ 10:44am Jul 21, 2025 |
Nearby Areas
| name | distance | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antietam Lake Park | 16 | 15 | 8 | 1.4 km | |
| Reading Urban Trails | 4 | 1.6 km | |||
| Neversink Mountain Preserve | 11 | 10 | 3 | 1 | 1.8 km |
| Green Hills Preserve | 6.5 km | ||||
| Birdsboro Preserve | 27 | 37 | 11 | 2 | 8.4 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mountain Bike | 135 | 38 miles | 8,858 ft | 18 miles | 659 ft | #269 | #95 | 447 | 2,672 | 6 | 11,069 | |
| E-Bike | 19 | 6 miles | 686 ft | 3 miles | 318 ft | #5,909 | #1,675 | 1,514 | 766 | |||
| Gravel Bike | 26 | 10 miles | 1,257 ft | 4 miles | 643 ft | #172 | #70 | 319 | 5 | |||
| Adaptive Bike | 11 | 3 miles | 299 ft | 2,530 ft | 594 ft | #173 | #70 | 157 | ||||
| Winter Fat Bike | 38 | 9 miles | 1,880 ft | 4 miles | 423 ft | #172 | #70 | 842 | ||||
| Horse | 3 | 1,109 ft | 89 ft | 1,109 ft | 180 ft | #2,320 | #1,275 | 1,162 | ||||
| Hike | 130 | 37 miles | 8,724 ft | 18 miles | 659 ft | #3,809 | #1,313 | 2 | 2,629 | 275 | ||
| Trail Running | 131 | 37 miles | 8,701 ft | 18 miles | 643 ft | #2,941 | #729 | 2,622 | 275 |
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Mount Penn Preserve?
The highest rated mountain biking trails in Mount Penn Preserve are:
- Too Fast Kids (4.4/5)
- The Bowl perimeter trail (4.3/5)
- Skyline (4.3/5)
- Network Rock Over!!! (4.3/5)
- Corkscrew / S-Turns (Gravity Trail) (4.3/5)
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What is the best time of the year to ride in Mount Penn Preserve?
Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride in Mount Penn Preserve are:
- May (77 activities)
- November (67 activities)
- August (66 activities)
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Where can I park to ride in Mount Penn Preserve?
There are 5 parking locations listed in Mount Penn Preserve. 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 Mount Penn Preserve?
The longest trail in Mount Penn Preserve is Bridal Path at 2.2 km. View all trails sorted by distance.
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What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Mount Penn Preserve?
The best hiking trails in Mount Penn Preserve are:
- Ferndale/Gravity Trail - Egelman Section
- Tower Trail
- Rip It Straight
- Lullaby
- Gravity-Ferndale Connector
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What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Mount Penn Preserve?
The best trail running trails in Mount Penn Preserve are:
- Ferndale/Gravity Trail - Egelman Section
- Rip It
- Bobble Head (Gravity/Ferndale)
- Lullaby to Wine Vault (Gravity/Ferndale)
- Tower Trail
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How many trails are in Mount Penn Preserve?
Mount Penn Preserve has a total of 135 trails. Browse top mountain biking trails in Mount Penn Preserve to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
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Which trail has the most elevation gain in Mount Penn Preserve?
The trail with the most elevation gain in Mount Penn Preserve is Bridal to RHS with 70 m of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
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Which trail has the most elevation descent in Mount Penn Preserve?
The trail with the most elevation descent in Mount Penn Preserve is Singletrack Option with 125 m of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
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What activities are most popular in Mount Penn Preserve?
Mount Penn Preserve supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Horseback, Hiking, Trail Running.
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What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Mount Penn Preserve?
The steepest mountain biking trail in Mount Penn Preserve is Bridal to RHS with an average grade of 23%. View all trails sorted by grade.
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Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Mount Penn Preserve?
Yes, there are 4 scenic viewpoints marked along trails in Mount Penn Preserve. Some popular viewpoints include: Explore more points of interest to find trails with the best views.
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What trails have the biggest jumps in Mount Penn Preserve?
The trails with the biggest jumps in Mount Penn Preserve are: Browse all mountain bike trails to find trails with jumps and technical features.
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Are the trails open in Mount Penn Preserve?
The overall region status for Mount Penn Preserve is Clear / Green. Out of 129 trails:
- Clear / Green: 104
- Minor Issue / Yellow: 10
- Significant Issue / Amber: 14
- Closed: 1
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Can I ride an ebike in Mount Penn Preserve?
Yes, Mount Penn Preserve supports e-bike riding. There are 18 trails in Mount Penn Preserve 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 Mount Penn Preserve?
The most popular mountain biking routes in Mount Penn Preserve are: View all mountain biking routes in Mount Penn Preserve.
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What type of bike is most common in Mount Penn Preserve?
Based on activity log data, the most common bike types used in Mount Penn Preserve are:
- AM (43 activities)
- DH (26 activities)
- XC (1 activities)
- RD (1 activities)
- Fat (1 activities)
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What are the top sights to see in Mount Penn Preserve?
There are 8 notable sights in Mount Penn Preserve. Some of the top sights include:
- Keuscler's Roost Wine Cellar
- Stone Bridge
- Mineral Spring Hotel (1827)
- Peace Rock
- The William Penn Memorial Fire Tower (1939)
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What are the most popular Strava Segments in Mount Penn Preserve?
The most popular Strava segments in Mount Penn Preserve are:
- Drop to closure (2,162 athletes)
- Upper A Line (2,051 athletes)
- Mid A (1,860 athletes)
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What are some popular technical trail features in Mount Penn Preserve?
There are 8 technical trail features (TTFs) in Mount Penn Preserve. Some popular features include:
- The Bowl (Other)
- Stonehenge (Rock Face)
- Skinny & Teeter Totter (Teeter Totter)
- Rock Drop (Drop)
- Rock Skinny (Skinny)
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What trails are closed in Mount Penn Preserve?
There are currently 1 closed trails in Mount Penn Preserve. The breakdown of all trail statuses is:
- Clear / Green: 104
- Minor Issue / Yellow: 10
- Significant Issue / Amber: 14
- Closed: 1
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What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Mount Penn Preserve?
The most popular mountain biking trails in Mount Penn Preserve are:
- Lullaby intersection bypass
- Skyline
- A-B Line Cross to Ferndale
- Corkscrew / S-Turns (Gravity Trail)
- Mr. Shikadance (Ferndale Trail)
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What are the best beginner ride trails in Mount Penn Preserve?
The best beginner mountain biking trails in Mount Penn Preserve are:
- Lullaby intersection bypass (2/5)
- A-B Line Cross to Ferndale (4.5/5)
- La BAMBA (3/5)
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Points of Interest
- Water Tank Other
- The Last Overlook Viewpoint
- The Second Overlook Viewpoint
- The First Overlook Viewpoint
- The Bunker Spring House Sight
- Road Gap Jump - RACE DAY ONLY TTF
- [food/ Beer] Bixler's Lodge Other
- ruins of stone arch root cellar Sight
- The Reading Pagoda Sight
- The William Penn Memorial Fire Tower (1939) Sight
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