7.5 miles
Distance
498 ft
Climb
-497 ft
Descent
204 ft
High Point
1 ft
Altitude change
67 ft
Altitude min
96 ft
Altitude start
98 ft
Altitude end
-19%
Grade max
19.4%
Grade min
3 miles
Distance climb
3 miles
Distance down
2 miles
Distance flat

The red loop takes in most of the trails at Holmesville. It is reasonably well marked, suitable for all skill levels and easily repeatable.

This route is Unsanctioned, Ride at your own Risk!

Detailed Description
Holmesville Red Loop is a 7 mile popular easy unsanctioned route located near Newcastle. This mountain bike only route can be used one direction and has a easy overall physical rating. This route includes 13 trails. This route climbs 498 ft with a max elevation of 204 ft then descends -497 ft.
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Stats

  • Distance
    7 miles
  • Avg time
    1 hr 13 min
  • Altitude min
    67 ft
  • Altitude start
    96 ft
  • Altitude end
    98 ft
  • Climb
    498 ft
  • Descent
    -497 ft
  • Grade max
    -19%
  • Grade min
    19.4%
  • Distance climb
    3 miles
  • Distance down
    3 miles
  • Distance flat
    2 miles

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  • Riding area
  • Primary Activity
    Mountain Bike
  • Difficulty rating
    Green
  • Route Type
    Loop
  • Bike type
    XC
  • Direction
    One Direction
  • Physical rating
    Easy
  • Activity Logs
    196
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