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      Old Forge 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, Mountain Biking, Trail Running, E-Biking, Winter Fat Biking, Snowmobiling, Nordic Skiing, Backcountry Skiing, Adaptive Biking, Snowshoeing and Skiing. Trails here are often faint trail, machine-built and flowy. Scenery includes lakes, summits and views. Common trail features include bridges, berms and rock gardens. Many trails are family friendly. Amenities include picnic spots and huts. Popular destinations include McCauley Mountain, Maple Ridge and Town of Webb Recreational Trails.
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      Region Details
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      Region Status
      Caution as of Sep 26, 2026
      Local Trail Association

      Stats

      Avg Trail Rating
      Trails (view details)
      215
      Trails Mountain Bike
      137
      Trails E-Bike
      109
      Trails Gravel Bike
      59
      Trails Adaptive Bike
      25
      Trails Winter Fat Bike
      78
      Trails Horse
      1
      Trails Hike
      154
      Trails Trail Running
      133
      Trails Snowmobile
      70
      Trails Snowshoe
      24
      Trails Downhill Ski
      20
      Trails Backcountry Ski
      28
      Trails Nordic Ski
      50
      Total Distance
      302 miles
      Total Descent
      26,226 ft
      Total Vertical
      1,432 ft
      Highest Trailhead
      2,373 ft
      Reports
      1,751
      Photos
      382
      Completed Counter
      24,032

      Articles

      Video: Building & Riding a Brand New Flow Trail in New York
      Sep 25, 2019 from pinkbike.com
      There's nothing better than that fresh trail feeling.
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      Popular Old Forge Mountain Biking Trails

      • 100 ★ 4.4 • 1,119 ft • 84 ft • 699 •
      Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used uphill primary and has a moderate overall physical rating with a 84 ft blue climb. On average it takes 2 minutes to complete this trail.
      • 90 ★ 4.6 • 1,887 ft • 34 ft • 594 •
      Machine built flow trail with large berms, rollers. Please do not ride after heavy rains when when trail surface is still soft.
      • 95 ★ 4.8 • 623 ft • 36 ft • 581 •
      Popular black diamond difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions and has a hard overall physical rating with a 36 ft black diamond climb. On average it takes 1 minutes to complete this trail.
      • 95 ★ 5.0 • 1,690 ft • 65 ft • 550 •
      Popular blue difficulty machine groomed. This multi-use trail can be used both directions with a 65 ft blue climb. It features berm. On average it takes 4 minutes to complete this trail.
      • 85 ★ 4.7 • 1,493 ft • 35 ft • 543 •
      Machine built flow trail with large berms, rollers. Please do not ride after heavy rains when when trail surface is still soft.
      • 95 ★ 4.0 • 561 ft • 0 ft • 505 •
      McCauley Mountain end of the "Old Forge - McCauley Trail is primarily a wide, grassy trail that doubles as a cross country ski trail in the winter. Part of this trail is also known as Kashiwa.
      • 100 ★ 4.8 • 4,783 ft • 3 ft • 490 •
      Highly rated popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used downhill only and has a moderate overall physical rating. It features berm, bridge, jump and gap jump. On average it takes 6 minutes to complete this trail.
      • 85 ★ 4.6 • 2,198 ft • 5 ft • 483 •
      Please use caution when riding this two way trail and be watchful for riders approaching from the opposite direction. This trail serves as the primary connection between Old Forge, Maple Ridge and McCauley Mountain riding areas. Riding...

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      Old Forge Mountain Bike Routes

      ★ 5.0 • 6 miles • 713 ft • 10 • Loop •
      Can be done in both directions but better to go up 6 Mile and out Hall. Can be shuttled or ridden as a...
      ★ 5.0 • 5 miles • 776 ft • 7 • Loop •
      Suggested Route includes a mix of old school single track, flow trails and a steep climb to the summit....
      ★ 5.0 • 2 miles • 207 ft • 4 • Loop •
      This route is approximately 2 miles and includes a mix of moderately difficult blue trails. The route is...
      ★ 5.0 • 5 miles • 422 ft • 7 • Loop •
      This route is approximately 5 miles and includes a mix of moderately difficult blue trails. The route is...
      ★ 2.0 • 5 miles • 336 ft • 16 • Loop •
      Moderate route suggested for intermediate / advanced level riders who are comfortable on moderately...
      2 miles • 187 ft • 3 • Loop •
      This route is approximately 2 miles and includes a mix of moderate blue and more difficult black trails....

      Photos of Old Forge Mountain Bike

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      Videos of Old Forge Mountain Bike

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      0:13 | 24 | Aug 30, 2025
      Food Fight Trail Preview
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      0:32 | 129 | Jul 22, 2021
      Jackson Phillips Rides New ADK Flow Trail
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      2:21 | 379 | Sep 3, 2019
      joy ride 150 road trip
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      4:17 | 230 | Mar 3, 2016
      A different vision - Full movie
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      trail: Flounder
      5:24 | 648 | Nov 26, 2015
      Highland road trip 2015
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      4:04 | 431 | Aug 10, 2015

      Recent Trail Reports

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      mikecarey3434riddentrailactivity #105668204
      Oct 11, 2026 @ 4:45am
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      Oct 1, 2026 @ 4:41am
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      dabearded1commenttrailactivity #104737016 and 2 more
      Sep 27, 2026 @ 1:56pm
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      cyclecuseaddreportactivity #104716517 and 6 more
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      dontbesucharoadieaddreportactivity #104589748 and 1 more
      Sep 25, 2026 @ 5:34pm
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      Recent Comments

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      dabearded1trailA New LowMy current favorite trail in the system,...
      Sep 27, 2026 @ 2:09pm
      Sep 27, 2026
      dabearded1trailAnimal HouseVery unique trail for the region - super fun...
      Sep 27, 2026 @ 2:05pm
      Sep 27, 2026
      dabearded1trailLouie Louie - LowerVery fun trail however it falls apart at the...
      Sep 27, 2026 @ 1:56pm
      Sep 27, 2026
      cyclecusetrail0.0Some sections get proper steep! Fun trail.
      Sep 9, 2026 @ 7:58am
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      cyclecusetrailAnimal HouseWorth riding to admire the rock work and...
      Sep 8, 2026 @ 5:59am
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      Local Badges

      Bike & Skill Parks

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      Kids Skill Parkskill parkOld Forge
      Skill Park at Maple Ridgeskill parkOld Forge

      Activity Type Stats

      activitytypetrailsdistancedescentdescent distancetotal verticalratingglobal rankstate rankphotosreportsroutesactivity logs
      Mountain Bike137134 miles12,044 ft56 miles928 ft
      #846#63761,676106,446
      E-Bike10985 miles9,275 ft38 miles928 ft
      #1,629#211,6244209
      Gravel Bike59163 miles9,551 ft63 miles1,421 ft
      #580#3204035
      Adaptive Bike2540 miles2,251 ft16 miles476 ft
      #1,605#71341
      Winter Fat Bike7852 miles6,535 ft22 miles856 ft
      #813#26135
      Horse18 miles469 ft3 miles423 ft
      74
      Hike154190 miles13,819 ft73 miles932 ft
      #1,042#851,574617
      Trail Running133132 miles10,817 ft49 miles932 ft
      #1,291#71,56578
      Snowmobile70193 miles10,741 ft77 miles1,421 ft
      #18#97828
      Snowshoe2433 miles3,333 ft14 miles833 ft
      #496#919311
      Downhill Ski205 miles3,494 ft4 miles453 ft
      #444#1374157
      Backcountry Ski2816 miles2,720 ft7 miles623 ft
      #379#314333
      Nordic Ski5046 miles4,242 ft19 miles515 ft
      #437#7204112

      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ What are the best places to ride in Old Forge?
      Old Forge has 8 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
      ▼ What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Old Forge?
      The highest rated mountain biking trails in Old Forge are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by rating.
      ▼ What is the best time of the year to ride in Old Forge?
      Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride in Old Forge are:
      • July (266 activities)
      • September (242 activities)
      • August (197 activities)
      Check the Old Forge reports page for current trail conditions, recent trail reports, and seasonal information from the local community.
      ▼ Where can I park to ride in Old Forge?
      There are 20 parking locations listed in Old Forge. 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 Old Forge?
      ▼ What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Old Forge?
      ▼ What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Old Forge?
      ▼ How many trails are in Old Forge?
      Old Forge has a total of 215 trails. Of those, 137 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in Old Forge to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
      ▼ Which trail has the most elevation gain in Old Forge?
      The trail with the most elevation gain in Old Forge is Woodhull Mountain Trail with 947 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
      ▼ Which trail has the most elevation descent in Old Forge?
      The trail with the most elevation descent in Old Forge is TOBIE Trail - Trail #5 (North Street to Eagle Bay) with 504 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
      ▼ What activities are most popular in Old Forge?
      Old Forge supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Adaptive Biking, Winter Fat Biking, Hiking, Trail Running, Snowmobiling, Snowshoeing, Skiing, Backcountry Skiing, Nordic Skiing.
      ▼ What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Old Forge?
      The steepest mountain biking trail in Old Forge is Futile & Stupid Gesture with an average grade of 10.4%. View all trails sorted by grade.
      ▼ Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Old Forge?
      Yes, there are 1 scenic viewpoints marked along trails in Old Forge. Some popular viewpoints include: Explore more points of interest to find trails with the best views.
      ▼ Are the trails open in Old Forge?
      The overall region status for Old Forge is Minor Issue / Yellow. Out of 103 trails:
      • Clear / Green: 88
      • Minor Issue / Yellow: 7
      • Significant Issue / Amber: 4
      • Closed: 4
      View the full trail status page for the latest updates.
      ▼ Can I ride an ebike in Old Forge?
      Yes, Old Forge supports e-bike riding. There are 100 trails in Old Forge 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 Old Forge?
      ▼ What type of bike is most common in Old Forge?
      Based on activity log data, the most common bike types used in Old Forge are:
      • AM (105 activities)
      • XC (27 activities)
      • Fat (4 activities)
      • Trials (3 activities)
      • DH (1 activities)
      Check the Old Forge activity logs for more details.
      ▼ What is the highest summit in Old Forge?
      The highest summit in Old Forge is Panther Mountain at 2,408 ft elevation.
      ▼ What are the most popular Strava Segments in Old Forge?
      The most popular Strava segments in Old Forge are:
      • Real Food Fight (1,326 athletes)
      • Gnarasaurus (1,114 athletes)
      • Dirt Safari (980 athletes)
      View all Strava segments in Old Forge.
      ▼ What are some popular technical trail features in Old Forge?
      There are 1 technical trail features (TTFs) in Old Forge. Some popular features include: View all technical trail features in Old Forge.
      ▼ What trails are closed in Old Forge?
      There are currently 4 closed trails in Old Forge. The breakdown of all trail statuses is:
      • Clear / Green: 88
      • Minor Issue / Yellow: 7
      • Significant Issue / Amber: 4
      • Closed: 4
      View all closed trails for the latest updates.
      ▼ Are there accessible or adaptive trails in Old Forge?
      Yes, there are 25 accessible/adaptive trails in Old Forge. View all adaptive trails in Old Forge for specific accessibility information.
      ▼ What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Old Forge?
      ▼ What are the best beginner ride trails in Old Forge?
      The best beginner mountain biking trails in Old Forge are: View all beginner mountain biking trails in Old Forge.
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