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7.9 miles
Distance
263 ft
Climb
-261 ft
Descent
635 ft
High Point
-1 ft
Altitude change
608 ft
Altitude min
630 ft
Altitude start
630 ft
Altitude end
-17.2%
Grade max
15.5%
Grade min
2 miles
Distance climb
2 miles
Distance down
4 miles
Distance flat
This route covers the majority of the faster drying trails. This route is popular when the trails near the creek are muddy or soft.
Detailed Description
Faster Drying Trails is a 8 mile moderately popular intermediate route located near Portage Indiana. This mountain bike primary route can be used one direction and has a moderate overall physical rating. This route includes 33 trails. This route climbs 263 ft with a max elevation of 635 ft then descends -261 ft.
Trail Issues on Route
- Minor Issue / Yellow: 7 trails (newest: Nov 23, 2025)
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Stats
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Distance8 miles
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Avg time1 hr 12 min
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Altitude min608 ft
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Altitude start630 ft
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Altitude end630 ft
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Climb263 ft
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Descent-261 ft
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Grade max-17.2%
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Grade min15.5%
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Distance climb2 miles
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Distance down2 miles
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Distance flat4 miles
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Primary ActivityMountain Bike
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Difficulty ratingBlue
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Route TypeLoop
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Bike typeDH, AM, XC, Fat
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DirectionOne Direction
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Physical ratingModerate
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