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      Rochester 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 Hiking, Trail Running, Gravel Biking, Mountain Biking, Snowmobiling, Snowshoeing, Nordic Skiing, E-Biking, Winter Fat Biking, Horseback and Adaptive Biking. Trails here are often flowy. Scenery includes creeks, lakes and ridgelines. Common trail features include rollers, berms and jumps. Popular destinations include Northhampton Park, Tryon Park and Irondequoit Bay Park West.
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      Region Status
      Open as of Jul 26, 2026
      Local Trail Association

      Stats

      Avg Trail Rating
      Trails (view details)
      124
      Trails Mountain Bike
      53
      Trails E-Bike
      15
      Trails Gravel Bike
      66
      Trails Adaptive Bike
      3
      Trails Winter Fat Bike
      12
      Trails Horse
      12
      Trails Hike
      79
      Trails Trail Running
      79
      Trails Snowmobile
      44
      Trails Snowshoe
      18
      Trails Nordic Ski
      16
      Total Distance
      239 miles
      Total Descent
      9,686 ft
      Total Vertical
      549 ft
      Highest Trailhead
      793 ft
      Reports
      712
      Photos
      38
      Completed Counter
      12,467

      Sub Regions

      Popular Rochester Mountain Biking Trails

      • 100 ★ 5.0 • 3,402 ft • 112 ft • 386 •
      This flowy intermediate trail has everything from mild rollers to gap jumps and creek crossings. It connects to many of the trails in the park.
      • 100 ★ 4.0 • 1,266 ft • 51 ft • 351 •
      A fun and fast loop through a lower area of the park. Black can be found on the east side of the park, accessible from the Blue trail. Climbing is rewarded with fast riding, a couple of berms, and some of the few man-made jumps in Bay...
      • 95 ★ 3.4 • 3,255 ft • 92 ft • 331 •
      The only black diamond at Bay Park, but can be done by most intermediate riders. Can be ridden both ways. Head in from the parking lot to enjoy some fun descents after an initial steep climb. Take it from Blue for some challenging...
      • 90 ★ 3.7 • 3,104 ft • 111 ft • 331 •
      Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions. It features berm, roller coaster and skinny. On average it takes 4 minutes to complete this trail.
      • 90 ★ 4.0 • 2,037 ft • 10 ft • 315 •
      Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 2 minutes to complete this trail.
      • 90 ★ 4.0 • 1 mile • 153 ft • 312 •
      Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions. It features berm, jump and roller coaster. On average it takes 7 minutes to complete this trail.
      • 85 ★ 0.0 • 2,687 ft • 54 ft • 308 •
      Popular black diamond difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 3 minutes to complete this trail.
      U8
      • 80 ★ 0.0 • 1,417 ft • 30 ft • 278 •
      Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 1 minutes to complete this trail.

      Recent Ride Log Activity in Region

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      Rochester Mountain Bike Routes

      10 miles • 373 ft • 2 • Loop •
      Genesee River loop starting at the bottom of Petten St. on a mixture of paved multiuse path and single...
      • 12 miles • 2,087 ft • 22 •
      • 2 miles • 340 ft • 7 •
      • 5 miles • 1,074 ft • 9 •
      • 6 miles • 869 ft • 20 •
      • 3 miles • 454 ft • 5 •

      Photos of Rochester Mountain Bike

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      Videos of Rochester Mountain Bike

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      0:12 | 24 | Sep 20, 2022
      Nose Drop Straight to Back
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      0:06 | 226 | May 16, 2020
      mcbp Green horn to alpine
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      6:56 | 296 | Mar 11, 2014
      Flowy Urban Singletrack | Mountain Biking...
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      15:45 | 191 | Jun 19, 2026 , Rochester
      Flowy Urban Singletrack | Mountain Biking...
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      trail: IMBA
      15:45 | 184 | Jun 19, 2026 , Rochester
      Mountain Biking Irondequoit Bay Park West...
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      trail: Blue
      16:47 | 82 | Sep 26, 2025 , Rochester
      Mountain Biking Irondequoit Bay Park West...
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      16:47 | 112 | Sep 26, 2025 , Rochester
      I took my Trek Roscoe 7 on a tour of the...
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      54:32 | 306 | Jul 26, 2024 , Rochester

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      Activity Type Stats

      activitytypetrailsdistancedescentdescent distancetotal verticalratingglobal rankstate rankphotosreportsroutesactivity logs
      Mountain Bike5353 miles3,766 ft19 miles390 ft
      #1,375#1838712120,404
      E-Bike1535 miles1,309 ft13 miles374 ft
      #4,629#34657233
      Gravel Bike66207 miles6,296 ft60 miles548 ft
      #327#52761
      Adaptive Bike31,926 ft112 ft1,437 ft128 ft
      #6,940#8730
      Winter Fat Bike127 miles584 ft3 miles358 ft
      #2,768#39791
      Horse127 miles249 ft2 miles108 ft
      #2,766#3754
      Hike7971 miles4,738 ft24 miles407 ft
      #3,957#367101579
      Trail Running7971 miles4,738 ft24 miles407 ft
      #3,332#247101601
      Snowmobile44168 miles4,928 ft47 miles509 ft
      #35#1711
      Snowshoe1811 miles482 ft3 miles108 ft
      #1,035#3619
      Nordic Ski1610 miles420 ft3 miles108 ft
      #1,179#3577

      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ What are the best places to ride in Rochester?
      Rochester has 5 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
      ▼ What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Rochester?
      The highest rated mountain biking trails in Rochester are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by rating.
      ▼ Where can I park to ride in Rochester?
      There are 9 parking locations listed in Rochester. 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 Rochester?
      The longest trail in Rochester is GVG 0 - 10 at 6.5 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
      ▼ What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Rochester?
      ▼ What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Rochester?
      ▼ How many trails are in Rochester?
      Rochester has a total of 124 trails. Of those, 53 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in Rochester to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
      ▼ Which trail has the most elevation gain in Rochester?
      The trail with the most elevation gain in Rochester is Blue with 248 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
      ▼ Which trail has the most elevation descent in Rochester?
      The trail with the most elevation descent in Rochester is Blue with 388 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
      ▼ What activities are most popular in Rochester?
      Rochester supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Gravel Biking, Adaptive Biking, Winter Fat Biking, Horseback, Hiking, Trail Running, Snowmobiling, Snowshoeing, Nordic Skiing.
      ▼ What bike services are there in Rochester?
      The following bike services are available in Rochester:
      • Bike Shop (9)
      • Trail Association (1)
      • Race Team (1)
      Browse the full Rochester directory for details.
      ▼ What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Rochester?
      The steepest mountain biking trail in Rochester is U9 with an average grade of 7.6%. View all trails sorted by grade.
      ▼ What trails have the biggest jumps in Rochester?
      The trails with the biggest jumps in Rochester are: Browse all mountain bike trails to find trails with jumps and technical features.
      ▼ Are the trails open in Rochester?
      The overall region status for Rochester is Clear / Green. Out of 63 trails:
      • Clear / Green: 47
      • Minor Issue / Yellow: 13
      • Significant Issue / Amber: 1
      • Closed: 2
      View the full trail status page for the latest updates.
      ▼ Can I ride an ebike in Rochester?
      Yes, Rochester supports e-bike riding. There are 9 trails in Rochester 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 Rochester?
      The most popular mountain biking routes in Rochester are: View all mountain biking routes in Rochester.
      ▼ What are the most popular Strava Segments in Rochester?
      The most popular Strava segments in Rochester are:
      • In on Fresh Legs (1,848 athletes)
      • Get Out Of The Way! (1,720 athletes)
      • egnaro (1,668 athletes)
      View all Strava segments in Rochester.
      ▼ What trails are closed in Rochester?
      There are currently 2 closed trails in Rochester. The breakdown of all trail statuses is:
      • Clear / Green: 47
      • Minor Issue / Yellow: 13
      • Significant Issue / Amber: 1
      • Closed: 2
      View all closed trails for the latest updates.
      ▼ Are there accessible or adaptive trails in Rochester?
      Yes, there are 3 accessible/adaptive trails in Rochester. View all adaptive trails in Rochester for specific accessibility information.
      ▼ Are there local clubs or events in Rochester?
      There are 3 local clubs or associations listed in the Rochester directory. Browse the local directory for details.
      ▼ What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Rochester?
      ▼ What are the best beginner ride trails in Rochester?
      The best beginner mountain biking trails in Rochester are: View all beginner mountain biking trails in Rochester.
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