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      Wallingford trails and routes are listed on Trailforks with interactive trail maps, difficulty ratings, photos, and user-reported trail conditions. Supported activity types include Hiking, Trail Running, Mountain Biking, Horseback, E-Biking and Adaptive Biking. Trails here are often rocky and tight and twisty. Scenery includes meadows, creeks and views. Common trail features include berms, bridges and drops. Many trails are family friendly. Popular destinations include Tyler Mill Preserve, Marcus Cooke Memorial Park and Orchard and Spruce Glen.
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      Region Details
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      Region Status
      Open as of Oct 4, 2026

      Stats

      Avg Trail Rating
      Trails (view details)
      87
      Trails Mountain Bike
      83
      Trails E-Bike
      22
      Trails Gravel Bike
      15
      Trails Adaptive Bike
      3
      Trails Winter Fat Bike
      7
      Trails Horse
      28
      Trails Hike
      87
      Trails Trail Running
      87
      Trails Observed Trials
      1
      Total Distance
      37 miles
      Total Descent Distance
      15 miles
      Total Descent
      4,126 ft
      Total Vertical
      793 ft
      Highest Trailhead
      831 ft
      Reports
      677
      Photos
      52
      Completed Counter
      13,967
      Sub Regions

      Popular Wallingford Mountain Biking Trails

      • 80 ★ 4.0 • 4,564 ft • 81 ft • 356 •
      Purple Trail at Tyler Mill Preserve. Challenging with some tight turns and close trees, and short punchy climbs.
      • 100 ★ 4.0 • 2,005 ft • 36 ft • 353 •
      Popular green difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 3 minutes to complete this trail.
      • 80 ★ 5.0 • 2,795 ft • 52 ft • 332 •
      Popular black diamond difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail and has a hard overall physical rating with a 52 ft blue climb. It features berm, drop and jump. Exposure: High Risk of Serious Injury. Adaptive MTB rating: amtb black. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 6 minutes to complete this trail.
      • 75 ★ 4.0 • 738 ft • 0 ft • 305 •
      Popular green difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions. On average it takes minutes to complete this trail.
      • 100 ★ 4.0 • 548 ft • 0 ft • 305 •
      Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions. On average it takes minutes to complete this trail.
      • 100 ★ 4.5 • 1,007 ft • 10 ft • 290 •
      Popular green difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 1 minutes to complete this trail.
      • 100 ★ 0.0 • 479 ft • 25 ft • 284 •
      Back in the day, everyone used this as the first portion of the Purple trail.
      • 85 ★ 5.0 • 2 miles • 80 ft • 278 •
      The White Diamond trail is one of the oldest at Tyler Mill. It was blazed with White Diamonds when the Water Company owned the land. The town of Wallingford bought the parcel with a recreation grant, ensuring this classic trail will...

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      Photos of Wallingford Mountain Bike

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      Videos of Wallingford Mountain Bike

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      2:02 | 151 | May 19, 2023
      White diamond gulch
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      0:34 | 68 | May 19, 2023
      Rock Table Top at High Meadow
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      0:25 | 429 | Apr 3, 2023
      Small jump 2
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      0:11 | 317 | Nov 13, 2008
      THE SUPER SKINNY TEETER TOTTER OF DEATH!
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      0:08 | 528 | Oct 25, 2007
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      0:47 | 53 | May 19, 2023

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      Activity Type Stats

      activitytypetrailsdistancedescentdescent distancetotal verticalratingglobal rankstate rankphotosreportsroutesactivity logs
      Mountain Bike8329 miles2,789 ft11 miles387 ft
      #1,940#14436776,079
      E-Bike229 miles745 ft3 miles328 ft
      #6,707#421484693
      Gravel Bike159 miles518 ft3 miles341 ft
      #3,572#1,3211315
      Adaptive Bike32 miles23 ft2,123 ft108 ft
      #7,185#4324
      Winter Fat Bike74 miles367 ft1 mile180 ft
      #3,572#1,3214
      Horse289 miles938 ft4 miles180 ft
      #2,591#1512541
      Hike8737 miles4,127 ft15 miles794 ft
      #5,204#787674185
      Trail Running8737 miles4,127 ft15 miles794 ft
      #4,778#28674110
      Observed Trials11,070 ft243 ft7 ft
      723

      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ What are the best places to ride in Wallingford?
      Wallingford has 3 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
      ▼ What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Wallingford?
      The highest rated mountain biking trails in Wallingford are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by rating.
      ▼ Where can I park to ride in Wallingford?
      There are 15 parking locations listed in Wallingford. 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 Wallingford?
      The longest trail in Wallingford is White Diamond at 1.5 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
      ▼ What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Wallingford?
      ▼ What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Wallingford?
      ▼ How many trails are in Wallingford?
      Wallingford has a total of 87 trails. Of those, 83 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in Wallingford to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
      ▼ Which trail has the most elevation gain in Wallingford?
      The trail with the most elevation gain in Wallingford is Pink Blaze with 239 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
      ▼ Which trail has the most elevation descent in Wallingford?
      The trail with the most elevation descent in Wallingford is White Diamond with 200 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
      ▼ What activities are most popular in Wallingford?
      Wallingford supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Adaptive Biking, Horseback, Hiking, Trail Running.
      ▼ What bike services are there in Wallingford?
      The following bike services are available in Wallingford:
      • Bike Shop (1)
      • Trail Association (1)
      Browse the full Wallingford directory for details.
      ▼ What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Wallingford?
      The steepest mountain biking trail in Wallingford is High Meadow Climb with an average grade of 7.9%. View all trails sorted by grade.
      ▼ Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Wallingford?
      Yes, there are 1 scenic viewpoints marked along trails in Wallingford. Some popular viewpoints include: Explore more points of interest to find trails with the best views.
      ▼ Are the trails open in Wallingford?
      The overall region status for Wallingford is Clear / Green. Out of 71 trails:
      • Clear / Green: 67
      • Minor Issue / Yellow: 2
      • Significant Issue / Amber: 2
      View the full trail status page for the latest updates.
      ▼ Can I ride an ebike in Wallingford?
      Yes, Wallingford supports e-bike riding. There are 14 trails in Wallingford that allow e-bikes. Check the e-bike trails listing for specific trail access details and any local regulations.
      ▼ What are the top sights to see in Wallingford?
      There are 2 notable sights in Wallingford. Some of the top sights include: Explore all points of interest in Wallingford.
      ▼ What are the most popular Strava Segments in Wallingford?
      The most popular Strava segments in Wallingford are:
      • Jeep Trail to Tamarack Swamp (367 athletes)
      • Reptar (360 athletes)
      • Lower Joy (347 athletes)
      View all Strava segments in Wallingford.
      ▼ What are some popular technical trail features in Wallingford?
      There are 6 technical trail features (TTFs) in Wallingford. Some popular features include: View all technical trail features in Wallingford.
      ▼ Are there accessible or adaptive trails in Wallingford?
      Yes, there are 3 accessible/adaptive trails in Wallingford. View all adaptive trails in Wallingford for specific accessibility information.
      ▼ Are there local clubs or events in Wallingford?
      There are 1 local clubs or associations listed in the Wallingford directory. Browse the local directory for details.
      ▼ What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Wallingford?
      ▼ What are the best beginner ride trails in Wallingford?
      The best beginner mountain biking trails in Wallingford are: View all beginner mountain biking trails in Wallingford.
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