44.4 miles
Distance
4,937 ft
Climb
-4,936 ft
Descent
1,372 ft
High Point

This route rides 99% of the Back 40 system with limited repeating. The route Hits all of the proper Jump lines on the Back 40 and almost all of the extended downhills in the proper direction. The route follows the Rago Jump line twice, but you are welcome to ride the bike path as an alternative at mile 40. Enjoy Smile

BONUS: Don't forget a lap on the Rago Pump track

Detailed Description
Whole Back Forty is a 44 mile moderately popular intermediate route located near Bella Vista Arkansas. This mountain bike primary route can be used both directions and has a hard overall physical rating. This route includes 13 trails. This route climbs 4,937 ft with a max elevation of 1,372 ft then descends -4,936 ft.
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  • Riding area
  • Primary Activity
    Mountain Bike
  • Other Activities
    • E-Bike
    • Trail Running
  • AKA
    Whole Back 40
  • Difficulty rating
    Blue
  • Route Type
    Loop
  • eBike Allowed
  • Bike type
    AM, XC
  • Direction
    Both Directions
  • Physical rating
    Hard
More Stats for Whole Back Forty mountain bike route
  • Altitude min
    1,006 ft
  • Altitude start
    1,080 ft
  • Altitude end
    1,079 ft
  • Grade max
    -32.2%
  • Grade min
    30.8%
  • Distance climb
    18 miles
  • Distance down
    18 miles
  • Distance flat
    9 miles
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Coler Mountain Bike Preserve | Downhill without a lift
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