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      Copeland Forest
      168 trails. 55 miles distance.
      Simcoe County Forest - Hodgson Tract
      57 trails. 10 miles distance.
      Simcoe County Forest - Hendrie Main Tract
      34 trails. 33 miles distance.
      Simcoe County Forest - Wildman Main Tract
      34 trails. 37 miles distance.
      Simcoe County Forest - North Barr Tract
      33 trails. 22 miles distance.
      Simcoe County Forest - Orr Lake
      28 trails. 35 miles distance.
      Snow Valley Area Trails
      22 trails. 10 miles distance.
      Simcoe County Forest - Drury Main Tract
      22 trails. 20 miles distance.
      Simcoe County Forest - Hogback Tract
      17 trails. 9 miles distance.
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      Simcoe County trails and routes are listed on Trailforks with interactive trail maps, difficulty ratings, photos, and user-reported trail conditions. The Trailforks community has mapped thousands of trails and shared thousands of photos in this region. Supported activity types include Hiking, Trail Running, Mountain Biking, Snowshoeing, Nordic Skiing, Horseback, E-Biking, Snowmobiling, Dirtbiking, ATVing/Offroading, Skiing and Backcountry Skiing. Trails here are often faint trail, flowy and tight and twisty. Scenery includes creeks, views and ridgelines. Common trail features include berms, bridges and drops. Many trails are family friendly and lit for night riding. Amenities include huts. Popular destinations include Oro-Medonte, Springwater and Clearview Township.
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      E-Bike Stats

      Trails (view details)
      812
      Trails Mountain Bike
      2,253
      Trails E-Bike
      812
      Trails Gravel Bike
      1,038
      Trails Adaptive Bike
      95
      Trails Winter Fat Bike
      245
      Trails Horse
      844
      Trails Hike
      2,333
      Trails Trail Running
      2,326
      Trails Dirtbike/Moto
      448
      Trails ATV/ORV/OHV
      250
      Trails Snowmobile
      457
      Trails Snowshoe
      1,899
      Trails Downhill Ski
      138
      Trails Backcountry Ski
      19
      Trails Nordic Ski
      1,405
      Lifts
      9
      Total Distance
      478 miles
      Total Descent Distance
      160 miles
      Total Descent
      24,918 ft
      Total Vertical
      1,063 ft
      Reports
      7,381
      Photos
      19
      Completed Counter
      7,569

      Articles

      Results: Canadian National Championships 2019
      Jul 28, 2019 from pinkbike.com
      Check out all the results from the 2019 Canadian National Championships.

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      Popular Simcoe County E-Biking Trails

      • 100 ★ 0.0 • 915 ft • 0 ft • 27 •
      Popular green difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions and has a easy overall physical rating with a 0 ft green climb. Winter use: Backcountry snow grooming. On average it takes 1 minutes to complete this trail.
      • 100 ★ 3.5 • 988 ft • 0 ft • 24 • • mtb
      Collector trail that heads back to the Copeland Express Lift, serving as a return line for most Horseshoe Bike Park trails.
      • 100 ★ 0.0 • 505 ft • 16 ft • 24 •
      Merges with double track trail.
      • 95 ★ 4.6 • 1,263 ft • 0 ft • 23 • • mtb
      2022 new blue rated freeride trail at Horseshoe Valley Bike Park.
      • 95 ★ 0.0 • 814 ft • 0 ft • 21 •
      Used in winter to avoid biking on the groomed ski trail.
      • 100 ★ 0.0 • 640 ft • 17 ft • 21 •
      Popular green difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions. On average it takes minutes to complete this trail.
      • 85 ★ 0.0 • 397 ft • 0 ft • 21 •
      This section of the 5th Line Valley Run is steeper and slightly rockier than the lower section. It is a sharp turn to stay on the valley trail. This trails flows nicely into Slippery When Wet.
      • 100 ★ 0.0 • 719 ft • 0 ft • 19 •
      Popular green difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions and has a easy overall physical rating with a 0 ft green climb. On average it takes minutes to complete this trail.

      Recent Ride Log Activity in Region

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      • 0 rides

      Yesterday

      • 1 rides
      Past Week
      • 26 rides

      Simcoe County Routes

      ★ 3.5 • 7 miles • 890 ft • 16 • Loop •
      Hope you enjoy this great tour of the Copeland Forest! Starts and ends at the parking lot north of...
      ★ 5.0 • 12 miles • 981 ft • 20 • Loop •
      you can go the other direction if you want but better one way. also lots of fun and there really are great...
      7 miles • 265 ft • 4 •
      Midland Tip Trail from 2026 Overhead Bridge Parking Lot
      8 miles • 478 ft • 16 •
      The Horseshoe Valley Nordic Centre Fat Bike Loop is your gateway into the heart of the Copeland Forest....
      18 miles • 1,398 ft • 34 • Loop •
      Wondering in and around Midhurst. Starting on Carson looping out to the sports complex and back. Lots of...
      ★ 5.0 • 7 miles • 811 ft • 6 • Loop •
      great trails around here in snow valley (try not to get lost)

      Photos of Simcoe County

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      Videos of Simcoe County

      Hickling Full CW
      ebike
      25:00 | 10 | Oct 18, 2026 , Springwater
      featured Copeland - April 16th, 2017
      mtb
      4:14 | 916 | Apr 16, 2017
      Mood swings
      mtb
      0:21 | 21 | Jul 27, 2026
      shake and brake
      mtb
      0:54 | 72 | Aug 17, 2025
      Thriller
      mtb
      2:14 | 44 | Sep 4, 2024
      dark roast
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      trail: Dark Roast
      0:32 | | Sep 2, 2024
      Horseshoe Friday Fail
      mtb
      0:23 | 263 | May 8, 2024
      Wasaga Flow
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      0:29 | | Mar 23, 2024

      Current Trail Warnings

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      Pocket Rocket
      Simcoe County Forest - Hodgson Tract
      Oct 15, 2026 @ 7:39pm (America/Toronto)
      Oct 15, 2026
      Idealpbuser86004Mountain Bike Large tree (>18" diameter) down across...
      Access Trail
      Simcoe County Forest - South Barr Tract
      Sep 30, 2026 @ 10:48am (America/Toronto)
      Sep 30, 2026
      UnknownCanadmos TRAILFORKSMountain Bike Signed as closed
      West Fire Road
      Simcoe County Forest - Hodgson Tract
      Sep 27, 2026 @ 7:58pm (America/Toronto)
      Sep 27, 2026
      Idealpbuser86004Mountain Bike Bridge in poor shape, missing several...

      Recent Trail Reports

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      Recent Comments

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      paulloeffelholzreportNorthsideA1
      Oct 18, 2026 @ 2:15pm
      Oct 18, 2026
      emilylokertrailLoose CabooseFavourite new trail at Horseshoe! Amazing flo,...
      Oct 11, 2026 @ 10:49am
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      sdrvpertrailThe HanduroFun trail. Combine with the Green trail above...
      Aug 17, 2026 @ 10:35am
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      CanadmosreportDouble Track - Sign Post 11 to 10AMEN
      Jun 1, 2026 @ 3:07pm
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      CanadmostrailApple TrailSomeone cut the easy log ride over the creek...
      May 20, 2026 @ 7:48pm
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      Local Badges


      Activity Type Stats

      activitytypetrailsdistancedescentdescent distancetotal verticalratingglobal rankstate rankphotosreportsroutesactivity logs
      Mountain Bike2,2531,289 miles65,056 ft414 miles1,184 ft
      1,37611,31980150,704
      E-Bike812478 miles24,918 ft160 miles1,063 ft
      197,381144,238
      Gravel Bike1,038639 miles20,666 ft216 miles1,181 ft
      392011,680
      Adaptive Bike9569 miles2,690 ft27 miles988 ft
      281220
      Winter Fat Bike245172 miles8,625 ft64 miles951 ft
      49727111
      Horse844455 miles22,080 ft152 miles1,001 ft
      1,526124
      Hike2,3331,348 miles67,051 ft437 miles1,184 ft
      22410,8591513,330
      Trail Running2,3261,344 miles66,791 ft434 miles1,184 ft
      711,059237,677
      Dirtbike/Moto448355 miles11,184 ft107 miles725 ft
      36642384
      ATV/ORV/OHV250180 miles4,551 ft56 miles1,001 ft
      7626189
      Snowmobile457330 miles9,885 ft119 miles1,020 ft
      225197
      Snowshoe1,8991,120 miles54,836 ft357 miles1,178 ft
      33,063121,529
      Downhill Ski13836 miles17,021 ft29 miles965 ft
      81464,775
      Backcountry Ski1911 miles1,811 ft6 miles1,047 ft
      2262459
      Nordic Ski1,405925 miles34,951 ft284 miles1,181 ft
      11,91397,625

      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ What are the best places to ride in Simcoe County?
      ▼ What are the highest rated e-biking trails in Simcoe County?
      The highest rated e-biking trails in Simcoe County are: View all e-biking trails sorted by rating.
      ▼ What is the best time of the year to ride in Simcoe County?
      Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride in Simcoe County are:
      • July (141 activities)
      • September (108 activities)
      • August (97 activities)
      Check the Simcoe County reports page for current trail conditions, recent trail reports, and seasonal information from the local community.
      ▼ What is the longest trail in Simcoe County?
      The longest trail in Simcoe County is Wildman North West Single Track at 10.0 km. View all trails sorted by distance.
      ▼ What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Simcoe County?
      ▼ What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Simcoe County?
      ▼ What are the best & highest rated dirtbiking trails in Simcoe County?
      The best dirtbiking trails in Simcoe County are: View all dirtbiking trails sorted by popularity score.
      ▼ How many trails are in Simcoe County?
      Simcoe County has a total of 2,647 trails. Of those, 812 are designated for e-biking. Browse top e-biking trails in Simcoe County to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
      ▼ Which trail has the most elevation gain in Simcoe County?
      The trail with the most elevation gain in Simcoe County is Trail with 153 m of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
      ▼ Which trail has the most elevation descent in Simcoe County?
      The trail with the most elevation descent in Simcoe County is Trail with 137 m of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
      ▼ What activities are most popular in Simcoe County?
      Simcoe County supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Horseback, Hiking, Trail Running, Dirtbiking, ATVing/Offroading, Snowmobiling, Snowshoeing, Skiing, Backcountry Skiing, Nordic Skiing.
      ▼ What bike services are there in Simcoe County?
      The following bike services are available in Simcoe County:
      • Bike Shop (5)
      • Other (1)
      • Trail Association (1)
      • Land Managers (1)
      Browse the full Simcoe County directory for details.
      ▼ What are the steepest e-biking trails in Simcoe County?
      The steepest e-biking trail in Simcoe County is Heart Attack Hill with an average grade of 10.8%. View all trails sorted by grade.
      ▼ Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Simcoe County?
      Yes, there are 10 scenic viewpoints marked along trails in Simcoe County. Some popular viewpoints include: Explore more points of interest to find trails with the best views.
      ▼ What trails have the biggest jumps in Simcoe County?
      The trails with the biggest jumps in Simcoe County are: Browse all mountain bike trails to find trails with jumps and technical features.
      ▼ Are the trails open in Simcoe County?
      The overall region status for Simcoe County is Clear / Green. Out of 797 trails:
      • Clear / Green: 686
      • Minor Issue / Yellow: 49
      • Significant Issue / Amber: 37
      • Closed: 25
      View the full trail status page for the latest updates.
      ▼ What are the trail conditions in Simcoe County?
      Based on trail reports from the past week in Simcoe County:
      • Ideal: 13 trails
      • Dry: 13 trails
      • Variable: 8 trails
      Check the Simcoe County trail status page for the most current conditions and recent trail reports.
      ▼ Can I ride an ebike in Simcoe County?
      Yes, Simcoe County supports e-bike riding. There are 397 trails in Simcoe County that allow e-bikes. Check the e-bike trails listing for specific trail access details and any local regulations.
      ▼ What are the most popular e-biking routes in Simcoe County?
      ▼ What type of bike is most common in Simcoe County?
      Based on activity log data, the most common bike types used in Simcoe County are:
      • AM (25 activities)
      • XC (2 activities)
      • Gravel (1 activities)
      Check the Simcoe County activity logs for more details.
      ▼ What are the top sights to see in Simcoe County?
      There are 8 notable sights in Simcoe County. Some of the top sights include: Explore all points of interest in Simcoe County.
      ▼ What are the most popular Strava Segments in Simcoe County?
      The most popular Strava segments in Simcoe County are:
      • Peaks to Wards on Georgian Trail (8,565 athletes)
      • Camper-Peaks (8,055 athletes)
      • Wards to Peaks on Georgian Trail (7,661 athletes)
      View all Strava segments in Simcoe County.
      ▼ What are some popular technical trail features in Simcoe County?
      There are 23 technical trail features (TTFs) in Simcoe County. Some popular features include: View all technical trail features in Simcoe County.
      ▼ What trails are closed in Simcoe County?
      There are currently 25 closed trails in Simcoe County. The breakdown of all trail statuses is:
      • Clear / Green: 686
      • Minor Issue / Yellow: 49
      • Significant Issue / Amber: 37
      • Closed: 25
      View all closed trails for the latest updates.
      ▼ Are there local clubs or events in Simcoe County?
      There are 5 local clubs or associations listed in the Simcoe County directory. Browse the local directory for details.
      ▼ What are the most popular e-biking trails in Simcoe County?
      ▼ What are the best beginner ride trails in Simcoe County?
      The best beginner e-biking trails in Simcoe County are: View all beginner e-biking trails in Simcoe County.

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