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      Pendleton 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 and E-Biking. Popular destinations include Fants Grove Trails @ Clemson Experimental Forest.
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      Region Details
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      Region Status
      Open as of Apr 16, 2026

      Stats

      Avg Trail Rating
      Trails (view details)
      44
      Trails Mountain Bike
      44
      Trails E-Bike
      43
      Trails Gravel Bike
      17
      Trails Hike
      44
      Trails Trail Running
      44
      Total Distance
      45 miles
      Total Descent Distance
      19 miles
      Total Descent
      3,155 ft
      Total Vertical
      183 ft
      Highest Trailhead
      850 ft
      Reports
      92
      Photos
      6
      Completed Counter
      777
      Sub Regions

      Popular Pendleton Mountain Biking Trails

      90 0.0 614 ft 6 ft 70
      Popular green difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions and has a moderate overall physical rating with a 6 ft blue climb. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 2 minutes to complete this trail.
      95 0.0 2 miles 96 ft 67
      Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used downhill primary. On average it takes 10 minutes to complete this trail.
      90 4.0 3 miles 301 ft 66
      Popular blue difficulty mixed. This multi-use trail can be used both directions and has a moderate overall physical rating with a 301 ft blue climb. On average it takes 13 minutes to complete this trail.
      50 0.0 2 miles 141 ft 65
      Old school singletrack bordering Lake Hartwell. Very popular route with bikes and horses. Expect trail condition to deteriorate anytime there is prolonged rain.
      80 3.0 3,271 ft 51 ft 61
      Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions and has a moderate overall physical rating with a 51 ft blue climb. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 6 minutes to complete this trail.
      80 0.0 1 mile 133 ft 54
      Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions and has a moderate overall physical rating with a 133 ft blue climb. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 12 minutes to complete this trail.
      80 3.4 1 mile 133 ft 52
      Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions and has a moderate overall physical rating with a 133 ft blue climb. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 13 minutes to complete this trail.
      100 0.0 1,608 ft 22 ft 52
      Popular green difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 2 minutes to complete this trail.

      Recent Ride Log Activity in Region

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      • 1 rides
      Yesterday
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      Past Week
      • 3 rides

      Pendleton Mountain Bike Routes

      6 miles 437 ft 2 Loop

      Photos of Pendleton Mountain Bike

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      Recent Comments

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      waddell1911reportBlu/Red Loop: Big Oaks Parking ConnectorNo longer a trail
      Aug 19, 2024 @ 2:06pm
      Aug 19, 2024
      KurtericksontrailCrosscut: A8-A12Great little section. Some wooden features at...
      Dec 7, 2021 @ 5:50am
      Dec 7, 2021
      KurtericksonreportRed Loop: B2- B21Some logging in the area. use the climb to...
      Sep 12, 2021 @ 5:26pm
      Sep 12, 2021
      mhanewaldtrailRed Loop: B2- B21Of all the Clemson riding areas this is least...
      Jun 22, 2021 @ 8:30pm
      Jun 22, 2021
      CoachZachtrailBlue Loop: B17-B19Over grown right after leaving Fants Grove...
      Jul 22, 2020 @ 3:02pm
      Jul 22, 2020

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      Activity Type Stats

      activitytypetrailsdistancedescentdescent distancetotal verticalratingglobal rankstate rankphotosreportsroutesactivity logs
      Mountain Bike4445 miles3,156 ft19 miles184 ft
      #8,972#2,83869211,596
      E-Bike4344 miles3,140 ft19 miles184 ft
      #3,806#1,297471784
      Gravel Bike1722 miles1,122 ft9 miles167 ft
      3
      Hike4445 miles3,156 ft19 miles184 ft
      #5,845#2,0459235
      Trail Running4445 miles3,156 ft19 miles184 ft
      #5,279#1,6789242

      Frequently Asked Questions

      What are the best places to ride in Pendleton?
      Pendleton has 1 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
      What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Pendleton?
      The highest rated mountain biking trails in Pendleton are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by rating.
      What is the best time of the year to ride in Pendleton?
      Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride in Pendleton are:
      • March (19 activities)
      • August (17 activities)
      • July (17 activities)
      Check the Pendleton reports page for current trail conditions, recent trail reports, and seasonal information from the local community.
      Where can I park to ride in Pendleton?
      There are 4 parking locations listed in Pendleton. 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 Pendleton?
      The longest trail in Pendleton is Red Loop: B2-Rocky Ford Rd at 2.6 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
      What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Pendleton?
      What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Pendleton?
      How many trails are in Pendleton?
      Pendleton has a total of 44 trails. Browse top mountain biking trails in Pendleton to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
      Which trail has the most elevation gain in Pendleton?
      The trail with the most elevation gain in Pendleton is Red Loop: B2-Rocky Ford Rd with 339 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
      Which trail has the most elevation descent in Pendleton?
      The trail with the most elevation descent in Pendleton is Red Loop: B2-Rocky Ford Rd with 306 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
      What activities are most popular in Pendleton?
      Pendleton supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Hiking, Trail Running.
      What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Pendleton?
      The steepest mountain biking trail in Pendleton is Grey Connector 2 with an average grade of 7.5%. View all trails sorted by grade.
      Are the trails open in Pendleton?
      Out of 44 trails:
      • Clear / Green: 43
      • Minor Issue / Yellow: 1
      View the full trail status page for the latest updates.
      Can I ride an ebike in Pendleton?
      Yes, Pendleton supports e-bike riding. There are 42 trails in Pendleton 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 Pendleton?
      The most popular mountain biking routes in Pendleton are: View all mountain biking routes in Pendleton.
      What type of bike is most common in Pendleton?
      Based on activity log data, the most common bike types used in Pendleton are:
      • XC (1 activities)
      Check the Pendleton activity logs for more details.
      What are the most popular Strava Segments in Pendleton?
      The most popular Strava segments in Pendleton are:
      • Descent to Butch Kennedy Trailhead (748 athletes)
      • Blackberry Downhill (631 athletes)
      • Fants Grove South (630 athletes)
      View all Strava segments in Pendleton.
      What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Pendleton?
      What are the best beginner ride trails in Pendleton?
      The best beginner mountain biking trails in Pendleton are: View all beginner mountain biking trails in Pendleton.

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