14.3 miles
Distance
570 ft
Climb
-614 ft
Descent
555 ft
High Point
-44 ft
Altitude change
255 ft
Altitude min
299 ft
Altitude start
256 ft
Altitude end
-0.1%
Grade
-22.9%
Grade max
25.7%
Grade min
5 miles
Distance climb
6 miles
Distance down
3 miles
Distance flat

Great forested route through Toronto. Basic route can be easily modified to make it easier (eliminate Stables DH, etc.), shorter, longer, harder, etc. Especially nice in autumn, when the leaves are changing, but can be enjoyed all year round.

Detailed Description
Forestmax Circuit is a 14 mile popular easy route located near Toronto Ontario. This mountain bike only route can be used both directions and has a moderate overall physical rating. This route includes 53 trails. This route climbs 570 ft with a max elevation of 555 ft then descends -614 ft.
Tags
Family friendly

Trail Issues on Route

  • Significant Issue / Amber: 3 trails (newest: Sep 3, 2026)
  • Minor Issue / Yellow: 1 trail (newest: Mar 3, 2021)

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Stats

  • Distance
    14 miles
  • Avg time
    3 hr 6 min
  • Altitude min
    255 ft
  • Altitude start
    299 ft
  • Altitude end
    256 ft
  • Climb
    570 ft
  • Descent
    -614 ft
  • Grade
    -0.1%
  • Grade max
    -22.9%
  • Grade min
    25.7%
  • Distance climb
    5 miles
  • Distance down
    6 miles
  • Distance flat
    3 miles

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Details

  • Riding area
  • Primary Activity
    Mountain Bike
  • Difficulty rating
    Green
  • Route Type
    Loop
  • Bike type
    DH, AM, XC, DJ
  • Direction
    Both Directions
  • Physical rating
    Moderate
Avg: 5 (2 votes)
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  • Singletrack
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Recent Trail Reports Along Route

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The Flats
Oct 10, 2026 @ 4:36pm (America/Toronto)
38 mins
Surprisingly good! Rideable all the way! A smidge sandy in spots but plants trimmed back and underpasses are a go. B+ condition!
Road Apples
Oct 3, 2026 @ 3:20pm (America/Toronto)
Oct 3, 2026
River's Edge
Sep 27, 2026 @ 10:45am (America/Toronto)
Sep 27, 2026
Boo Trail
Sep 20, 2026 @ 1:05pm (America/Toronto)
Sep 20, 2026
Swamp
Sep 20, 2026 @ 1:05pm (America/Toronto)
Sep 20, 2026
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