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SaveNewark 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 and shared hundreds of photos in this region. Supported activity types include Hiking, Trail Running, Mountain Biking, Winter Fat Biking, Gravel Biking, Adaptive Biking, Snowshoeing, Backcountry Skiing and Horseback. Trails here are often flowy and faint trail. Scenery includes creeks and views. Common trail features include bridges, drops and rock gardens. Many trails are family friendly. Amenities include restrooms. Popular destinations include White Clay Creek State Park, Middle Run Valley Natural Area and William M. Redd, Jr. Park.
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- Mountain Bike
108 trails
- Gravel Bike
54 trails
- Adaptive Bike
41 trails
- Winter Fat Bike
57 trails
- Horse
11 trails
- Hike
121 trails
- Trail Running
121 trails
- Snowshoe
35 trails
- Backcountry Ski
35 trails
Region Details
- 11
- 1
- 49
- 46
- 1
Region Status
Open as of 2 daysStats
- Avg Trail Rating
- Trails (view details)
- 126
- Trails Mountain Bike
- 108
- Trails E-Bike
- 4
- Trails Gravel Bike
- 54
- Trails Adaptive Bike
- 41
- Trails Winter Fat Bike
- 57
- Trails Horse
- 11
- Trails Hike
- 121
- Trails Trail Running
- 121
- Trails Snowshoe
- 35
- Trails Backcountry Ski
- 35
- Trails Nordic Ski
- 1
- Total Distance
- 97 miles
- Total Descent
- 7,134 ft
- Total Vertical
- 353 ft
- Highest Trailhead
- 356 ft
- Reports
- 2,196
- Photos
- 272
- Completed Counter
- 62,578
Sub Regions
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Iron Hill Park
- 7
- 1
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Judge Morris Estate
- 1
- 4
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Lums Pond State Park
- 7
- 1
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Middle Run Valley Natural Area
- 9
- 17
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Rittenhouse Park
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White Clay Creek State Park
- 1
- 10
- 14
- 1
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William M. Redd, Jr. Park
- 14
- 9
Popular Newark Mountain Biking Trails
• 100 ★ 3.0 • 545 ft • 6 ft • 1,411 •
Connector trail down to long bridge that takes you to the loop by Jimmy's house.
• 90 ★ 3.4 • 1,614 ft • 57 ft • 1,316 •
Whitley Connector trail.
• 70 ★ 4.7 • 2,018 ft • 15 ft • 1,276 •
Skills park trail. Sign is posted at entrance to warn users of features. Trail contains a ladder bridge, elevated bridges, and a long straight skinny. Other features include rock garden (that is rutted on the outer edges because XC...
• 100 ★ 3.0 • 565 ft • 14 ft • 1,260 •
Popular green difficulty family friendly gravel path. This multi-use trail can be used both directions and has a easy overall physical rating with a 14 ft green climb. Adaptive MTB rating: amtb green. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes minutes to complete this trail.
• 95 ★ 2.7 • 978 ft • 7 ft • 1,231 •
New crushed gravel trail that replaces the old route across this field. Accessible Singletrack
• 90 ★ 3.8 • 2,743 ft • 23 ft • 1,211 •
Mainly a fast and flowy trail, but be careful: there are some extremely tight trees to navigate through on this trail.
• 90 ★ 4.4 • 4,505 ft • 99 ft • 1,182 •
Another fun flowy trail that takes you from Poly Drummond Hill Rd and leads you down by Jimmy's. There is the LZ or logzilla trail that is an off-shoot if you want to test your log stack riding skills.
• 85 ★ 4.0 • 5,156 ft • 49 ft • 1,176 •
Highly rated popular blue difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used downhill primary and has a moderate overall physical rating with a 49 ft green climb. On average it takes 6 minutes to complete this trail.
Newark Mountain Bike Routes
★ 4.0 • 2 miles • 170 ft • 5 • Loop •
This is a short beginner loop that will give you a taste of what White Clay and Middle Run have to offer....
★ 4.0 • 11 miles • 1,004 ft • 16 • Loop •
Start/Finish at the Bird Lot. 3 loops connected together (Snowman) with very little backtracking makes for...
9 miles • 820 ft • 8 • Loop •
This is an unbalanced figure 8. Good for kids - you can start on the 3 mi side closest to the parking area...
20 miles • 1,621 ft • 2 • Loop •
This trail provides exposure to a wide array of terrain, some climbs, some flowy downhills, a skills park,...
★ 3.0 • 16 miles • 386 ft • 2 • Out & Back •
Easy work out loop around Newark De, starting at the White Clay parking lot. Most of the trail is by the...
21 miles • 1,929 ft • 23 • Loop •
This route provides good coverage of Middle Run and White Clay Creek. No major hills but this is a couple...
Photos of Newark Mountain Bike
Videos of Newark Mountain Bike
Recent Trail Reports
| status | trail | date | condition | info | user |
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| Bryan's Field | Oct 7, 2026 @ 9:24pm (America/New_York) 2 days | Ideal | dusty-mboa TrailSpinners | ||
| Paper Mill Park Connector | Sep 12, 2026 @ 9:32am (America/New_York) Sep 12, 2026 | Ideal | bumpymike | ||
| Earth Day | Sep 12, 2026 @ 9:32am (America/New_York) Sep 12, 2026 | Ideal | bumpymike | ||
| Lenape Alternate | Sep 12, 2026 @ 9:32am (America/New_York) Sep 12, 2026 | Ideal | bumpymike | ||
| Lenape South | Sep 12, 2026 @ 9:32am (America/New_York) Sep 12, 2026 | Ideal | bumpymike | ||
| Delaplane/Snow Goose Connector | Sep 12, 2026 @ 9:32am (America/New_York) Sep 12, 2026 | Ideal | bumpymike | ||
| Snow Goose | Sep 12, 2026 @ 9:32am (America/New_York) Sep 12, 2026 | Ideal | bumpymike | ||
| Snow Goose Cut-Off | Sep 12, 2026 @ 9:32am (America/New_York) Sep 12, 2026 | Ideal | bumpymike | ||
| White Clay Skills Park | Sep 3, 2026 @ 9:13pm (America/New_York) Sep 3, 2026 | Ideal | kencoxtrailspinners TrailSpinners | ||
| Little Jersey Trail | Sep 1, 2026 @ 4:54pm (America/New_York) Sep 1, 2026 | Ideal | Ajanian |
Activity Feed
| username | action | type | title | date |
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| fullstache8 | wishlist | route | activity #105539994 | Oct 9, 2026 @ 10:17am 6 hours |
| RufusVonDufus | wishlist | route | activity #105460048 | Oct 8, 2026 @ 4:05am 2 days |
| dusty-mboa | add | report | activity #105444663 | Oct 7, 2026 @ 6:24pm 2 days |
| dscoot | wishlist | route | activity #105077271 | Oct 2, 2026 @ 7:06pm Oct 2, 2026 |
| JonathanGK | wishlist | route | activity #104995139 | Oct 1, 2026 @ 12:37pm Oct 1, 2026 |
Recent Comments
| username | type | title | comment | date |
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| report | Someone removed the blockage at some point.... | Apr 8, 2026 @ 6:38pm Apr 8, 2026 | ||
| report | Thank you | Feb 9, 2026 @ 9:50am Feb 9, 2026 | ||
| trail | Hard to navigate at times and lots of spider... | Sep 29, 2025 @ 2:46pm Sep 29, 2025 | ||
| skillpark | the track has become overgrown and needs some... | Sep 28, 2025 @ 11:32am Sep 28, 2025 | ||
| report | D Ed opcod | Sep 11, 2025 @ 1:06pm Sep 11, 2025 |
Local Badges
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10 Green Trails704 awarded -
Epic Ride Climb 2k31 awarded -
Climbing 10k Badge148 awarded -
Climbing 100k Badge10 awarded -
Epic Ride Descent 2k30 awarded -
Descent 10k Badge148 awarded
Bike & Skill Parks
| name | type | city | rating |
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| Middle Run Pump Track | skill park | Newark |
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 | 108 | 85 miles | 6,033 ft | 30 miles | 354 ft | #347 | #1 | 265 | 2,194 | 22 | 33,946 | |
| E-Bike | 4 | 3 miles | 302 ft | 2 miles | 249 ft | 1,824 | 3 | 1,000 | ||||
| Gravel Bike | 54 | 43 miles | 1,572 ft | 12 miles | 354 ft | #1,563 | #1 | 190 | 2 | 272 | ||
| Adaptive Bike | 41 | 35 miles | 1,168 ft | 9 miles | 341 ft | #1,801 | #1 | 366 | 2 | |||
| Winter Fat Bike | 57 | 52 miles | 2,720 ft | 16 miles | 344 ft | #1,036 | #1 | 14 | 1 | |||
| Horse | 11 | 19 miles | 735 ft | 5 miles | 253 ft | #1,958 | #1 | 177 | 1 | |||
| Hike | 121 | 93 miles | 7,005 ft | 34 miles | 354 ft | #2,214 | #1 | 5 | 2,175 | 4 | 1,382 | |
| Trail Running | 121 | 93 miles | 7,005 ft | 34 miles | 354 ft | #1,785 | #1 | 2,175 | 4 | 1,657 | ||
| Snowshoe | 35 | 36 miles | 2,844 ft | 13 miles | 302 ft | #582 | #1 | 137 | 4 | |||
| Backcountry Ski | 35 | 36 miles | 2,844 ft | 13 miles | 302 ft | #409 | #1 | 137 | 12 | |||
| Nordic Ski | 1 | 1,394 ft | 16 ft | 1 | 6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the best places to ride in Newark?
Newark has 7 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
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What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Newark?
The highest rated mountain biking trails in Newark are:
- White Clay Skills Park (4.5/5)
- Corkscrew (4.3/5)
- Snow Goose (4.3/5)
- Tri Valley - Snow Goose (4.3/5)
- Double Horseshoe Trail (4.2/5)
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Where can I park to ride in Newark?
There are 26 parking locations listed in Newark. 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 Newark?
The longest trail in Newark is Michael Castle Trail at 7.8 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
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What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Newark?
The best hiking trails in Newark are: View all hiking trails sorted by popularity score.
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What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Newark?
The best trail running trails in Newark are: View all trail running trails sorted by popularity score.
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How many trails are in Newark?
Newark has a total of 126 trails. Of those, 108 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in Newark to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
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Which trail has the most elevation gain in Newark?
The trail with the most elevation gain in Newark is Iron Hill Loop with 856 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
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Which trail has the most elevation descent in Newark?
The trail with the most elevation descent in Newark is Iron Hill Loop with 858 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
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What activities are most popular in Newark?
Newark supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, Gravel Biking, Adaptive Biking, Winter Fat Biking, Horseback, Hiking, Trail Running, Snowshoeing, Backcountry Skiing.
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What bike services are there in Newark?
The following bike services are available in Newark:
- Bike Shop (5)
- Club (1)
- Trail Association (1)
- Race/Event Organizer (1)
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What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Newark?
The steepest mountain biking trail in Newark is Connector with an average grade of 8.7%. View all trails sorted by grade.
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Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Newark?
Yes, there are 1 scenic viewpoints marked along trails in Newark. 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 Newark?
The trails with the biggest jumps in Newark are: Browse all mountain bike trails to find trails with jumps and technical features.
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Are the trails open in Newark?
The overall region status for Newark is Clear / Green. Out of 91 trails:
- Clear / Green: 83
- Minor Issue / Yellow: 6
- Significant Issue / Amber: 2
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What are the trail conditions in Newark?
Based on trail reports from the past week in Newark:
- Ideal: 1 trail
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Can I ride an ebike in Newark?
There are 4 trails in Newark 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 Newark?
The most popular mountain biking routes in Newark are: View all mountain biking routes in Newark.
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What are the top sights to see in Newark?
There are 2 notable sights in Newark. Some of the top sights include: Explore all points of interest in Newark.
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What are the most popular Strava Segments in Newark?
The most popular Strava segments in Newark are:
- 2nd best downhill in the park (7,486 athletes)
- the best of "The Best..." (6,855 athletes)
- Whitley Farms Trail Hill (6,305 athletes)
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What are some popular technical trail features in Newark?
There are 9 technical trail features (TTFs) in Newark. Some popular features include:
- Log Ride (Log Ride)
- Skinny, Drop, and Log-Over (Skinny)
- Rock Garden (Rock Garden)
- Derailleur Breaker Skinny (Skinny)
- Baby Steps Skinny (Skinny)
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Are there accessible or adaptive trails in Newark?
Yes, there are 41 accessible/adaptive trails in Newark. View all adaptive trails in Newark for specific accessibility information.
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Are there local clubs or events in Newark?
There are 2 local clubs or associations listed in the Newark directory. Browse the local directory for details.
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What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Newark?
The most popular mountain biking trails in Newark are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by popularity.
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What are the best beginner ride trails in Newark?
The best beginner mountain biking trails in Newark are:
- Tri Valley Alternate (4/5)
- Little Jersey Trail (4/5)
- Little Jersey Trail (4/5)
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