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      Fun, fast trails that are well-maintained with good access, parking, and restrooms. 95% singletrack with only a short section along a pipeline. The trail follows rolling, hilly terrain in upland pines with a few sections where the forest turns to lowland hardwood. All the creek crossings and low spots have well-built bridges and are easily navigable.

      The trail is located adjacent to the Long Leaf Trace rails to trails, a paved trail connecting Hattiesburg to Prentiss, MS.
      Family Friendly: Good signage, nearby restrooms and parking facilities, paved Rails to Trails adjacent to singletrack complex

      Need to Know
      If you need water, fill up at the Jackson Road restroom station at Jackson Road. Head north (riders right) from the gravel lot, begin singletrack at Green arrow in 1000 feet on the right.
      Primary Trail Type: Cross-Country
      AKA: Tuffburg
      Land Status: Private Property
      Land Manager: The University of Southern Mississippi - Lake Thoreau Environmental Center
      Longleaf Trace, Jackson Road Parking google parking directions plan a road trip here
      Access Info:
      Park at the gravel lot located 500' north of Jackson road station.
      Disclaimer:
      Trail Rules
      - Yield to Longleaf Trace users. Cyclists, runners, walkers, young families and dogs use the Trace. Be cautious when entering and crossing the Trace.
      - Wear a Helmet. Do it for your family, they will thank you!
      - Keep pets on a leash.

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      Region Details
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      Region Status
      Open as of Jun 10, 2026

      Stats

      Avg Trail Rating
      Trails (view details)
      14
      Trails Mountain Bike
      14
      Trails E-Bike
      2
      Trails Winter Fat Bike
      2
      Trails Hike
      14
      Trails Trail Running
      14
      Total Distance
      17 miles
      Total Descent Distance
      6 miles
      Total Descent
      933 ft
      Total Vertical
      152 ft
      Highest Trailhead
      340 ft
      Reports
      80
      Photos
      10
      Completed Counter
      1,234

      Popular Tuffburg Mountain Biking Trails

      • 65 ★ 4.5 • 4,327 ft • 67 ft • 135 •
      Moderately popular green difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used one direction and has a easy overall physical rating with a 67 ft blue climb. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 7 minutes to complete this trail.
      • 100 ★ 5.0 • 7 miles • 277 ft • 131 •
      Popular green difficulty family friendly singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions and has a moderate overall physical rating with a 277 ft green climb. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 1 hour minutes to complete this trail.
      • 95 ★ 5.0 • 715 ft • 3 ft • 126 •
      Connector trail between Cow Pasture and Turtle Loop.
      • 80 ★ 4.5 • 2 miles • 94 ft • 114 •
      Popular green difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used one direction and has a easy overall physical rating with a 94 ft green climb. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 14 minutes to complete this trail.
      • 70 ★ 4.0 • 3,468 ft • 47 ft • 100 •
      Technical section to avoid the Trace.
      • 45 ★ 5.0 • 3 miles • 176 ft • 96 •
      Flat flowing trails. Perfect for beginners.
      • 75 ★ 4.0 • 4,022 ft • 39 ft • 81 •
      Two tough climbs and some technical features.
      • 85 ★ 4.5 • 2 miles • 122 ft • 76 •
      More challenging terrain with technical climbs and descents.

      Recent Ride Log Activity in Region

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      Tuffburg Mountain Bike Routes

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      Photos of Tuffburg Mountain Bike

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      Recent Trail Reports

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      Turtle Loop
      Jun 10, 2026 @ 7:37am (America/Chicago)
      Jun 10, 2026
      IdealGood condition except for being a little...Kevin1uqbYv
      Rain Shed
      Jun 10, 2026 @ 7:35am (America/Chicago)
      Jun 10, 2026
      IdealGreat trail with good flow. Damp in low...Kevin1uqbYv
      Death Valley
      Jun 10, 2026 @ 7:31am (America/Chicago)
      Jun 10, 2026
      VariableSeveral large pine tress fallen across...Kevin1uqbYv
      The Accelerator
      Jun 22, 2025 @ 2:19pm
      Jun 22, 2025
      IdealTrails in great shape following work day...DavidSBmclz
      Dam Loop
      Aug 26, 2024 @ 1:07pm
      Aug 26, 2024
      IdealE-Bike scottridesemtbusa
      Mount Tuffburg
      Aug 26, 2024 @ 1:07pm
      Aug 26, 2024
      IdealE-Bike scottridesemtbusa
      Jackson Rd Parking
      May 4, 2024 @ 11:25am
      May 4, 2024
      Drysmithd10234
      Jackson Rd Parking Access
      May 4, 2024 @ 11:25am
      May 4, 2024
      Idealsmithd10234
      Roller Coaster
      May 4, 2024 @ 11:25am
      May 4, 2024
      Variablesmithd10234
      Rainshed Connector
      May 4, 2024 @ 11:25am
      May 4, 2024
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      Activity Feed

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      CitizenPrimewishlistregionactivity #106482714
      Oct 24, 2026 @ 5:46am
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      barlowmanwishlisttrailactivity #103284583
      Sep 7, 2026 @ 12:05pm
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      JuliadZ6fEtwishlisttrailactivity #100368837
      Jul 30, 2026 @ 2:26pm
      Jul 30, 2026
      Kevin1uqbYvaddreportactivity #96666070 and 2 more
      Jun 10, 2026 @ 5:31am
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      Kevin1uqbYvwishlisttrailactivity #96665977 and 1 more
      Jun 10, 2026 @ 5:29am
      Jun 10, 2026

      Recent Comments

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      TheBurmantrailRain ShedA nice windy trail. Well built. It felt blue...
      Jan 28, 2025 @ 5:42pm
      Jan 28, 2025
      TheBurmantrailTurtle LoopVery nice beginner loop!
      Jan 28, 2025 @ 5:40pm
      Jan 28, 2025
      TheBurmantrailRoller CoasterA nice line but getting washed out. Could use...
      Jan 28, 2025 @ 5:39pm
      Jan 28, 2025
      TheBurmantrailMount TuffburgNicely built trail in a pretty setting. I...
      Jan 28, 2025 @ 11:31am
      Jan 28, 2025

      Nearby Areas

      namedistance
      Petal River Trail Park 5 37.8 km
      Camp Shelby Joint Forces Training Center29.6 km

      Activity Type Stats

      activitytypetrailsdistancedescentdescent distancetotal verticalratingglobal rankstate rankphotosreportsroutesactivity logs
      Mountain Bike1417 miles932 ft6 miles151 ft
      #7,904#7108011,922
      E-Bike27 miles279 ft2 miles56 ft
      70237
      Winter Fat Bike27 miles279 ft2 miles56 ft
      #8,358#3,5081
      Hike1417 miles932 ft6 miles151 ft
      #10,828#98094
      Trail Running1417 miles932 ft6 miles151 ft
      #9,967#88083

      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Tuffburg?
      The highest rated mountain biking trails in Tuffburg are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by rating.
      ▼ What is the best time of the year to ride in Tuffburg?
      Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride in Tuffburg are:
      • September (50 activities)
      • November (40 activities)
      • October (37 activities)
      Check the Tuffburg reports page for current trail conditions, recent trail reports, and seasonal information from the local community.
      ▼ Where can I park to ride in Tuffburg?
      There are 1 parking locations listed in Tuffburg. The most popular parking spots are:
      ▼ What is the longest trail in Tuffburg?
      The longest trail in Tuffburg is The Accelerator at 6.9 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
      ▼ What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Tuffburg?
      ▼ What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Tuffburg?
      ▼ How many trails are in Tuffburg?
      Tuffburg has a total of 14 trails. Browse top mountain biking trails in Tuffburg to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
      ▼ Which trail has the most elevation gain in Tuffburg?
      The trail with the most elevation gain in Tuffburg is The Accelerator with 277 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
      ▼ Which trail has the most elevation descent in Tuffburg?
      The trail with the most elevation descent in Tuffburg is The Accelerator with 273 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
      ▼ What activities are most popular in Tuffburg?
      Tuffburg supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, Hiking, Trail Running.
      ▼ What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Tuffburg?
      The steepest mountain biking trail in Tuffburg is Rainshed Connector with an average grade of 2.5%. View all trails sorted by grade.
      ▼ Are the trails open in Tuffburg?
      The overall region status for Tuffburg is Clear / Green. Out of 13 trails:
      • Clear / Green: 12
      • Minor Issue / Yellow: 1
      View the full trail status page for the latest updates.
      ▼ Can I ride an ebike in Tuffburg?
      There are 2 trails in Tuffburg 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 Tuffburg?
      The most popular mountain biking routes in Tuffburg are: View all mountain biking routes in Tuffburg.
      ▼ What type of bike is most common in Tuffburg?
      Based on activity log data, the most common bike types used in Tuffburg are:
      • XC (18 activities)
      Check the Tuffburg activity logs for more details.
      ▼ What are the most popular Strava Segments in Tuffburg?
      The most popular Strava segments in Tuffburg are:
      • Wooden Spoon (200 athletes)
      • Talladega (197 athletes)
      • End of Death Valley (175 athletes)
      View all Strava segments in Tuffburg.
      ▼ What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Tuffburg?
      ▼ What are the best beginner ride trails in Tuffburg?
      The best beginner mountain biking trails in Tuffburg are: View all beginner mountain biking trails in Tuffburg.

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