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More Stats for Advanced MTB Loop - River Side mountain bike route

Mountain Bike

5.7 miles

Distance

989 ft

Climb

-1,002 ft

Descent

964 ft

High Point

Advanced loop starting at the Ramp Rd parking area. This loop features natural tech including rolls, shinnies, and steep terrain.

Detailed Description

Advanced MTB Loop - River Side is a 6 mile moderately popular expert route located near New Hartford Connecticut. This mountain bike primary route can be used one direction and has a moderate overall physical rating. This route includes 4 trails. This route climbs 989 ft with a max elevation of 964 ft then descends -1,002 ft.

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Riding area

Nepaug State Forest
Primary Activity

Mountain Bike
Other Activities
- E-Bike
Difficulty rating

Black Diamond
Route Type

Loop
eBike Allowed

Yes
Bike type

AM
Direction

One Direction
Physical rating

Moderate

Altitude min

330 ft
Altitude start

343 ft
Altitude end

331 ft
Grade max

-52.3%
Grade min

31.9%
Distance climb

2 miles
Distance down

2 miles
Distance flat

2 miles

Nature Boy

Outlook Connector

Valley Outlook Trail

Walk southwest on Shelter Four Loop Trail (Tunxis) 2.
Continue for 2.5 kilometers.
Turn right onto Tunxis Trail - Tipping Rock.
Continue for 100 meters.
Turn right onto Mangler.
Continue for 300 meters.
Walk north on Outlook Connector.
Continue for 500 meters.
Turn left onto Valley Outlook Trail.
Continue for 1.5 kilometers.

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ATV - 50 inches
OHV, SxS - 60 inches
Jeep - 72 inches

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trail	date	description
Nature Boy	May 11, 2025 @ 11:40am May 11, 2025	reporter
Valley Outlook Trail	May 1, 2024 @ 4:37am May 1, 2024
Outlook Connector	May 1, 2024 @ 4:37am May 1, 2024
Ledges	May 1, 2024 @ 4:37am May 1, 2024