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SaveScranton trails and routes are listed on Trailforks with interactive trail maps, difficulty ratings, photos, and user-reported trail conditions. Supported activity types include Skiing, Mountain Biking, Hiking and Trail Running. Scenery includes historic sites and creeks. Many trails are family friendly. Popular destinations include Montage Mountain Resort and Pinnacle Rock.
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- Mountain Bike
8 trails
- Horse
0 trails
- Hike
8 trails
- Trail Running
8 trails
- Downhill Ski
28 trails
- Nordic Ski
0 trails
Region Details
- 6
- 1
- 1
Region Status
Open as of Sep 7, 2026Local Trail Association
Stats
- Avg Trail Rating
- Trails (view details)
- 36
- Trails Mountain Bike
- 8
- Trails E-Bike
- 1
- Trails Gravel Bike
- 7
- Trails Adaptive Bike
- 2
- Trails Hike
- 8
- Trails Trail Running
- 8
- Trails Downhill Ski
- 28
- Total Distance
- 20 miles
- Total Descent
- 6,353 ft
- Total Vertical
- 1,350 ft
- Highest Trailhead
- 1,936 ft
- Reports
- 7
- Photos
- 1
- Completed Counter
- 8,222
Popular Scranton Mountain Biking Trails
• 100 ★ 0.0 • 2,674 ft • 15 ft • 49 •
Lackawanna River Heritage gravel path from Archbald to Winton
• 75 ★ 0.0 • 2 miles • 8 ft • 45 •
Lackawanna River Heritage gravel path section from Jermyn to Archbald
• 65 ★ 0.0 • 4,756 ft • 18 ft • 29 •
Moderately popular green difficulty mixed. This multi-use trail can be used both directions and has a easy overall physical rating with a 18 ft green climb. On average it takes 5 minutes to complete this trail.
• 50 ★ 0.0 • 4 miles • 107 ft • 27 •
Moderately popular white difficulty paved path. This multi-use trail can be used both directions and has a easy overall physical rating with a 107 ft green climb. On average it takes 19 minutes to complete this trail.
• 25 ★ 0.0 • 2 miles • 208 ft • 26 •
Less popular white difficulty paved path. This multi-use trail can be used both directions and has a easy overall physical rating with a 208 ft green climb. On average it takes 17 minutes to complete this trail.
• 40 ★ 0.0 • 4,203 ft • 98 ft • 25 •
Moderately popular white difficulty paved path. This multi-use trail can be used both directions and has a easy overall physical rating with a 98 ft green climb. On average it takes 4 minutes to complete this trail.
• 5 ★ 0.0 • 1 mile • 730 ft • 6 •
Less popular blue difficulty dirt/gravel road. This multi-use trail can be used both directions and has a moderate overall physical rating. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 17 minutes to complete this trail.
Scranton Mountain Bike Routes
9 miles • 1,013 ft • 13 • Loop •
Planned route for beginner riders for a sunday session ride. Low to moderate elevation, a variety of...
8 miles • 1,105 ft • 11 •
This is the planned route for the group of NICA riders and TFK riders. It has a few spots where green...
• 11 miles • 500 ft • 4 •
Recent Trail Reports
| status | trail | date | condition | info | user |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lackawanna River Heritage Trail | May 8, 2024 @ 3:13pm May 8, 2024 | Variable | Mustang289 | ||
| Lackawanna River Heritage Trail | May 8, 2024 @ 3:13pm May 8, 2024 | Variable | Mustang289 | ||
| LRHT (Archbald to Winton) | May 4, 2019 @ 9:56am May 4, 2019 | Wet | Grendel18447 | ||
| LRHT (Jermyn - Archbald) | May 4, 2019 @ 9:56am May 4, 2019 | Wet | Grendel18447 |
Activity Feed
| username | action | type | title | date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rberg52 | add | karma | activity #95639393 | May 27, 2026 @ 9:18am May 27, 2026 |
| ZachWentzel | like | directory | activity #88295728 | Feb 3, 2026 @ 4:09pm Feb 3, 2026 |
| cbrandtusmc | wishlist | trail | activity #78872305 | Aug 24, 2025 @ 2:10pm Aug 24, 2025 |
| PQt6xM | wishlist | route | activity #78709595 | Aug 22, 2025 @ 4:57pm Aug 22, 2025 |
| WillieJacobsz | add | region | activity #66770858 | Feb 25, 2025 @ 7:51am Feb 25, 2025 |
Local Badges
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Top 10 Trails19 awarded -
Descent 100k Badge3 awarded -
Big Ride 30k601 awarded -
Epic Ride 50k179 awarded -
Completionist0 awarded -
Completionist0 awarded
Bike & Skill Parks
| name | type | city | rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Montage Mountain Resort | bike park | Scranton |
Activity Type Stats
| activitytype | trails | distance | descent | descent distance | total vertical | rating | global rank | state rank | photos | reports | routes | activity logs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mountain Bike | 8 | 13 miles | 285 ft | 4 miles | 732 ft | #10,208 | #107 | 1 | 6 | 2 | 2,453 | |
| E-Bike | 1 | 1 mile | 72 ft | 1 mile | 62 ft | 6 | 57 | |||||
| Gravel Bike | 7 | 12 miles | 266 ft | 4 miles | 732 ft | #773 | #422 | 2 | 24 | |||
| Adaptive Bike | 2 | 3 miles | 72 ft | 1 mile | 72 ft | #773 | #422 | 2 | ||||
| Hike | 8 | 13 miles | 285 ft | 4 miles | 732 ft | #9,532 | #124 | 7 | 218 | |||
| Trail Running | 8 | 13 miles | 285 ft | 4 miles | 732 ft | #8,817 | #102 | 7 | 367 | |||
| Downhill Ski | 28 | 7 miles | 6,070 ft | 7 miles | 981 ft | #451 | #9 | 578 |
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the best places to ride in Scranton?
Scranton has 2 areas to explore for mountain biking.
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What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Scranton?
The highest rated mountain biking trails in Scranton are:
- LRHT (Archbald to Winton) (0/5)
- LRHT (Jermyn - Archbald) (0/5)
- LRHT (Winton to Blakely) (0/5)
- Lackawanna River Heritage Trail (0/5)
- Lackawanna River Heritage Trail (0/5)
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Where can I park to ride in Scranton?
There are 4 parking locations listed in Scranton. 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 Scranton?
The longest trail in Scranton is Lackawanna River Heritage Trail at 3.6 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
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What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Scranton?
The best hiking trails in Scranton are:
- Campbell's Ledge
- Trolley Trail
- Trolley Trail
- LRHT (Winton to Blakely)
- Lackawanna River Heritage Trail
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What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Scranton?
The best trail running trails in Scranton are:
- LRHT (Winton to Blakely)
- Lackawanna River Heritage Trail
- Campbell's Ledge
- Trolley Trail
- Trolley Trail
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How many trails are in Scranton?
Scranton has a total of 36 trails. Of those, 8 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in Scranton to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
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Which trail has the most elevation gain in Scranton?
The trail with the most elevation gain in Scranton is Campbell's Ledge with 730 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
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Which trail has the most elevation descent in Scranton?
The trail with the most elevation descent in Scranton is LRHT (Winton to Blakely) with 73 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
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What activities are most popular in Scranton?
Scranton supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, Horseback, Hiking, Trail Running, Skiing, Nordic Skiing.
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What bike services are there in Scranton?
The following bike services are available in Scranton:
- Trail Association (3)
- Bike Shop (1)
- Club (1)
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What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Scranton?
The steepest mountain biking trail in Scranton is Campbell's Ledge with an average grade of 9.5%. View all trails sorted by grade.
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Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Scranton?
Yes, there are 1 scenic viewpoints marked along trails in Scranton. Some popular viewpoints include: Explore more points of interest to find trails with the best views.
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Are the trails open in Scranton?
The overall region status for Scranton is Clear / Green. Out of 4 trails:
- Clear / Green: 4
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Can I ride an ebike in Scranton?
There are 1 trails in Scranton 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 Scranton?
The most popular mountain biking routes in Scranton are: View all mountain biking routes in Scranton.
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What is the highest summit in Scranton?
The highest summit in Scranton is North Knob at 2,680 ft elevation.
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What are the most popular Strava Segments in Scranton?
The most popular Strava segments in Scranton are:
- RTT Jessup to Winton (1,488 athletes)
- Archbald to Winton (1,440 athletes)
- Lower Section to Gilmartin St. (1,382 athletes)
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Are there local clubs or events in Scranton?
There are 4 local clubs or associations listed in the Scranton directory. Browse the local directory for details.
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What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Scranton?
The most popular mountain biking trails in Scranton are:
- LRHT (Archbald to Winton)
- LRHT (Jermyn - Archbald)
- LRHT (Winton to Blakely)
- Lackawanna River Heritage Trail
- Lackawanna River Heritage Trail
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What are the best beginner ride trails in Scranton?
The best beginner mountain biking trails in Scranton are: View all beginner mountain biking trails in Scranton.
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