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Mountain Bike

14.3 miles

Distance

1,043 ft

Climb

-1,046 ft

Descent

1,344 ft

High Point

If you do not like exposure, I would recommend skipping the short 4.5 mile loop that includes "The Ledges." The short exposed spots can be walked, but that's up to the rider to have the discipline to know their limit.

This trail offers great variety, and gets the rider on the signature "The Ledges" trail. This is a great option for riders who enjoy some XC, but also want some adrenaline It offers a blend of flow, as well as small drops, and jumps ranging from small kickers to full size gap jumps. Everything has an alternate "go around" line for the drops and jumps. "The Ledges" is rated black for some exposure, and difficult technical riding, but a high intermediate rider can ride it with a few spots they may want to walk.

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Back 40 Variety Loop - Ledges and Jumps is a 14 mile popular intermediate route located near Bella Vista Arkansas. This mountain bike primary route can be used both directions and has a moderate overall physical rating. This route includes 5 trails. This route climbs 1,043 ft with a max elevation of 1,344 ft then descends -1,046 ft.

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Riding area

Blowing Springs
Primary Activity

Mountain Bike
Other Activities
- E-Bike
Difficulty rating

Blue
Route Type

Loop
eBike Allowed

Yes
Bike type

AM, XC
Direction

Both Directions
Physical rating

Moderate
Ridelogs

194

Back 40 TH

The Ledges

Back 40 TH

Boom Diggity

Avg time

2 hr 8 min
Altitude min

1,052 ft
Altitude start

1,055 ft
Altitude end

1,053 ft
Grade max

-19.6%
Grade min

16.8%
Distance climb

6 miles
Distance down

6 miles
Distance flat

2 miles

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trail	date	description
Back 40 TH	Jan 1, 2025 @ 11:08am Jan 1, 2025
Mulligan	Jan 1, 2025 @ 11:08am Jan 1, 2025
The Ledges	Nov 10, 2024 @ 9:52am Nov 10, 2024	By far the highlight of the back 40 area, which is a glorified nature preserve walking trail. If you're looking for something with some mild technical features, definitely ride this.
Boom Diggity	Sep 10, 2024 @ 2:57pm Sep 10, 2024