153.5 miles
Distance
16,667 ft
Climb
-16,465 ft
Descent
1,397 ft
High Point
This is my plan for the 2021 Bentonville Trail Challenge.
Detailed Description
Wildebeest Route is a 154 mile popular intermediate route located near Bentonville Arkansas. This mountain bike only route. This route includes 120 trails. This route climbs 16,667 ft with a max elevation of 1,397 ft then descends -16,465 ft.
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115 Reviews & Comments
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n72qMR
(Feb 1, 2023 at 19:17)

Trail Tristan Trail
Honestly one of the most fun trails to bomb in Bentonville, needs A bit of work to restore it to the absolute screamer that it once was though
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Trail Rocky Ridge (North)
Only 1 10ft section that would be reason trail is rated a black trail. Worth riding either way.
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scyra
(Nov 23, 2022 at 18:34)

Trail Boom Diggity
One of the best tech trails in bville bar-none.
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scyra
(Nov 23, 2022 at 18:34)

Trail Boom Diggity
One of the best tech trails in bville bar-none.
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scyra
(Nov 23, 2022 at 18:28)

Trail Lago Vista Gravity Line
Great trail! This is one of the few bright spots in little sugar.
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scyra
(Nov 23, 2022 at 18:24)

Trail Shock & Awe
Unfortunately all the flow trails at Huntley gravity zone are extremely loose. Couldn't have any fun here. The only good jump trail in little sugar that I've found is vista east
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scyra
(Nov 23, 2022 at 18:20)

Trail Sally Trail (North)
Amazing tech trail. One of my favorite trails in bville. make sure to continue all the way on Sally trail over to Madhatter and back again.
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scyra
(Nov 23, 2022 at 18:20)

Trail Sally Trail (North)
Amazing tech trail. One of my favorite trails in bville. make sure to continue all the way on Sally trail over to Madhatter and back again.
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scyra
(Nov 23, 2022 at 18:17)

Trail The Ledges
Not worth the effort. For some fun and challenging tech hit Boom diggity then head to wonderland Sally trail.
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Trail Sally Trail (North)
The most scenic trail near Bentonville, riding along and under large rock ledges with a small water fall and cave
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Trail Sally Trail (North)
The most scenic trail near Bentonville, riding along and under large rock ledges with a small water fall and cave
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Trail Lago Vista Gravity Line
Had a great time sessioning this little jump line! Excellent trail building.
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estroud
(Oct 6, 2022 at 21:31)
Trail Fire Line
A great place to practice some jumps. Pro tip if you wanna do some sessioning without having to bike all the way back from the bottom: you can run through the first five(ish) jumps and there is a offshoot trail to the left that leads to the fire road which you can take back to the top. The offshoot trail is right after the three jumps in a row.
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360mtb
(Sep 23, 2022 at 11:29)

Trail Shock & Awe
Awesome trail but in serious need of maintenance. It made the back 40 look clean.
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john311tran
(Sep 10, 2022 at 10:53)

Trail Boom Diggity
Best trail I've ridden in Bentonville area so far
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john311tran
(Sep 10, 2022 at 10:53)

Trail Boom Diggity
Best trail I've ridden in Bentonville area so far
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Arryq
(Aug 10, 2022 at 19:06)

Trail Blowing Spring Loop Ext
Adds a tiny bit of extra pedaling to the loop, but if you’re going CCW it sets you up a lot better for the first downhill stretch on the loop.
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Cookrx7
(Jun 26, 2022 at 6:45)

Trail Traverse Loop
Handcut Hollow Trail Conditions at: HandcutHollow.com
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Cookrx7
(Jun 26, 2022 at 6:41)

Trail Traverse Loop
I think the problem with the first comments complaining about the flow is the direction of the ride... I've found it's SUPER flowy if you start Traverse Loop from Beau Terre Trailhead, ride it COUNTER-CLOCKWISE (stay east to the hub, stay west back to Beau Terre), enjoy the Hub and gravity trails in the middle of the loop then return back to Beau Terre. Avoid Northern Traverse if you don't want to climb.
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trusstruss
(Jun 20, 2022 at 7:22)

Trail Down Under
A microcosm of Tunnel Vision. Test ride this to see if you want the bigger version. You’re either going up or going down. Of course the descents are fun, but the climbs are pretty brutal and they add up fast. As with TV, I wish the trail builders had added in more pitch moderation in spots to give the trail more variety and to be less of a climb-fest. As is, plan on riding when the temperatures aren’t so high or when you’re in better shape! Last, confirmation of counterclockwise direction.
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Cookrx7
(Jun 16, 2022 at 9:55)

Trail Traverse Loop Advanced
Trail Conditions at handcuthollow.com
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Razorbiker
(May 23, 2022 at 20:06)
Trail Traverse Loop
I vehemently disagree, but I'm not surprised at all by the negative comments. I felt the same way the first few times I rode the Traverse Loop, because it's so much different than the other trails in the area, and a lot of trails in other places as well. It's also in stark contrast to the "gravity lines" that are also a part of the system that all depart from the central "hubs." Those are much closer to "flow trail" builds, while the loop proper, is the opposite.
It was built with the intent to be more narrow and natural, like some old school Colorado "hand cut jank," that forces riders to make their own flow so you can't just mindlessly ride the trail.
I've grown to absolutely love it as an alternative to the other trails in the area that are wider, machine cut, and have limited technical challenges. This loop has a few areas that are just technical enough to keep you on your toes, and force you to pick good lines. Yes, it's different, and I think it has to "grow on you" in some regards, which is the same sentiment that many other locals would express as well.
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It was built with the intent to be more narrow and natural, like some old school Colorado "hand cut jank," that forces riders to make their own flow so you can't just mindlessly ride the trail.
I've grown to absolutely love it as an alternative to the other trails in the area that are wider, machine cut, and have limited technical challenges. This loop has a few areas that are just technical enough to keep you on your toes, and force you to pick good lines. Yes, it's different, and I think it has to "grow on you" in some regards, which is the same sentiment that many other locals would express as well.


Trail Traverse Loop
Sound more like my kind of trail! Much prefer the hand cut than smooth machine cut highways!
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MichaelSandersBo6
(May 15, 2022 at 9:01)
Trail Traverse Loop
I 2nd that! The first 4/5ths of the trail is good in the clockwise direction but the last 1/5th sucks as bad as any trail I’ve ever tried to ride! It actually seems like an abandoned project!
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scyra
(Apr 28, 2022 at 19:54)

Trail Bamboozled
Great new jump trail at the south end. Can park at Lake Avalon pavilion. Then go across to vista East trail for another great jump trail.
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scyra
(Apr 28, 2022 at 19:52)

Trail Bamboozled Gravity Line
Great jump trail. Can park at Lake Avalon pavilion just south of the trail.
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etasber
(Apr 22, 2022 at 17:20)

Trail Traverse Loop
Worst trail ever. Should be called "Flow Killer". I don't think I've ever ridden 6.5 miles with less flow! Or ever had SO much climbing completely wasted on too-tigh switchback descents. Trail is latgely covered in loose, spherical rocks that range from golfball to softball size. Most switchbacks are way too sharp and often those turns are full of rocks (like several layers deep).
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BoschBikesFam
(Apr 7, 2022 at 10:25)

Trail Rabbit Hole Loop
Good beginner green. Parked at Wonderland Trail Head and rode the trail back and forth. Riding with true beginners. Banked curves were hard and they walked the intimidating parts. Wider than some single tracks. Nothing technical. Pretty trail.
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Iscreamkitty
(Mar 12, 2022 at 12:44)
Trail Bamboozled
Rode it South to North and what a blast. Lots of fun even though the first bit was super muddy.
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trusstruss
(Jan 31, 2022 at 18:57)

Trail Schroen Train
Great trail! BVille trail building genius at work!
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trusstruss
(Jan 31, 2022 at 18:55)

Trail All-American
Genius trail building. A trip to BVille without a descent of the AA trail is a fail.
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trusstruss
(Jan 31, 2022 at 18:52)

Trail Tristan Trail
Should be a unidirectional trail—that is, DH only. Was possibly the best trail in BVille when it debuted; however, it eventually became very rocky so traction isn’t great, so bombing is not what it could be and once was. Need one of the dozens of BVille trail crews for a day or two, or some forced labor during the nearby school’s recess for a month, to clear the rocks and restore Tristan’s glory!
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trusstruss
(Jan 31, 2022 at 18:25)

I get where the above poster is coming from, but I though this was fun gravel riding with a screaming downhill in both directions. Yes, you have to pay for it but it’s pretty country and good time in the saddle.
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trusstruss
(Jan 31, 2022 at 18:19)

Trail Traverse Loop Advanced
Old school single track. Tight and not flowy with some techy parts. Peddlefest. Needs to be ridden more and to get wider. Trail building machine would also help. I’ll skip this section next time.
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Trail The Ledges
A nice tech trail in a sea of mediocre intermediate gravely dirt trails.
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BentonvilleMTB
(Jan 24, 2022 at 2:35)
Trail Bamboozled Gravity Line
Trail is now open. All jumps are rollable table tops. There is a skinny into the tree that is extremely narrow.
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Trail The Ledges
Fantastic trail. While much is blue, this is def a black trail. I road in rain and its tough for sure. If you can do Oscar's in Coler, you'll be good here. Exposure isn't life threatening but def limb. South to North is the only way.
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Avoid at all costs. Brutal climb and sketch down hill. Drive to hand cut hollow.
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BentonvilleMTB
(Dec 20, 2021 at 8:39)
Trail Sally Trail (North)
This trail has some amazing views of rock ledges and water flowing off the rocks. Make sure you stop to enjoy the view.
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BentonvilleMTB
(Dec 20, 2021 at 8:39)
Trail Sally Trail (North)
This trail has some amazing views of rock ledges and water flowing off the rocks. Make sure you stop to enjoy the view.
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BentonvilleMTB
(Dec 18, 2021 at 16:29)
Trail Bamboozled Gravity Line
Currently being reworked by Rogue Trails. The trail is being widened. Looks really good so far.
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johwE1
(Dec 5, 2021 at 11:49)

Trail Schroen Train
Mostly a flowy trail with good jumping opportunities. The drop at the beginning is intimidating but rollable. About 3/4 of the way down it turns into a gnarly rock garden. There’s a return trail just after the 3rd bridge if you want to avoid the rock garden and give the fun stuff another go. Honestly, I’d rate the rock garden a black.
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JennjIGftm
(Nov 27, 2021 at 19:47)

Trail Down Under
Did this ccw. Really good work out for hiking although definitely made for biking. Hopefully they will work on better parking but overall an enjoyable hike.
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JennjIGftm
(Nov 1, 2021 at 7:14)

Trail Technical Difficulty
Fun trail. If hiking may want to start at 2nd entrance opposite as bikes.
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whiterockfire
(Oct 26, 2021 at 15:09)
Trail Tristan Trail
I'm a new rider but I love this trail (going down). Nice flow with several places to really get moving. I can't say I'll ever try to go all the way up it on a bike though.
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ZaPeter
(Jul 27, 2021 at 15:54)
Trail Berm Creek
As of 7/26/21 the first berm was kinda washed out and created a pretty nasty fall zone. Still a great ride!
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ZaPeter
(Jul 27, 2021 at 15:54)
Trail Berm Creek
As of 7/26/21 the first berm was kinda washed out and created a pretty nasty fall zone. Still a great ride!
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ejbiker93ss
(Jul 4, 2021 at 19:34)
Trail Tristan Trail
Fun if you’re going down, and going fast. Not too bad steep if you’re going up
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Trail All-American
This trail is signed as one way only. Start is on the south end near downtown and the end is on the north end.
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Trail Down Under
After riding a bunch of times, definitely flows better and more fun counterclockwise. Add in an out n back stretch going west on Tunnel Vision to add miles and a few more fun/fast sections of trail!
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Trail The Ledges
Good trail. I would give it a blue/black rating. If your not comfortable riding on a ledge 18" wide or so you're probably not going to enjoy it. A couple of spicy sections easily walkable.
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khdmtb
(May 3, 2021 at 19:12)

Trail Summit School
Shows a black track on the map... I'm not so sure. Is there a "Blue +" rating for a climb? Some of the climb can be hard, but there's nothing technical about it.
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Trail Bamboozled
Due to a detour on Tunnel Vision I had to ride this trail South to North. I highly recommend it (it would likely be fun but more of a slog the other way). One of the hidden gems within the system for sure!!! Tons of flow but easier grades (you can haul and pedal at the same time) and perfect corners and berms. I also think an owl lives on the trail. I saw one and then a few hours later my wife did at the same spot.
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Cw3sports
(Dec 26, 2020 at 13:34)
Trail Down Under
Nice trek today on the Down Under Trail. The 5 miles was a good mix of rolling hills with some decent climbing and descends. With all the rocks it was nice to have trekking poles for the climbs and descends. I recommend this trail for folks that want to have a nice 2 hour hike that starts and ends at the same place with a good loop. I was disappointed not to see any kangaroos...Ha...Ha...
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Cw3sports
(Dec 26, 2020 at 13:37)
Trail Down Under
Are there any hiking clubs in the Bentonville area?
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mtbbv
(Dec 3, 2020 at 7:56)
Trail Lago Vista Gravity Line
Correction- sign at bottom of gravity line says One Way, Do Not Enter.
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mtbbv
(Nov 29, 2020 at 14:32)
Trail Lago Vista Gravity Line
Correction to gravity portion- should be ‘one way, do not enter’ at the bottom.
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mtbbv
(Nov 26, 2020 at 16:34)
Trail Lago Vista Gravity Line
Don’t know about the gravity portion being both directions as sign at the bottom says ‘One way’ in the uphill direction.
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JoeyT11
(Nov 24, 2020 at 18:09)
Trail Downhill Connector
This is one of those trails where you wish there was a chairlift
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JoeyT11
(Nov 24, 2020 at 17:48)
Trail Boo Boo
This trail is a short climb up to the top of boo-boo and choo-choo
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JoeyT11
(Nov 24, 2020 at 17:46)
Trail All-American
Accurate description, this trail will lead you all the way to slaughter pen phase one. There are lots of smooth dirt rollers, berms, and all the jumps are optional.
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JoeyT11
(Nov 24, 2020 at 17:38)
Trail All-American Heros
I agree with arwhite19, the dirt is super smooth and jumps are much easier to clear than cease and desist.
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JoeyT11
(Nov 24, 2020 at 17:38)
Trail All-American Heros
I agree with arwhite19, the dirt is super smooth and jumps are much easier to clear than cease and desist.
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JoeyT11
(Nov 24, 2020 at 17:33)
Trail Jesse's Last Stand
SUPER fun intermediate jump line with all rock lips that help you boost the jumps easily. No scary gaps, a must hit if your in the phase three area
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arwhite19
(Nov 9, 2020 at 15:23)

Trail The Masterpiece
Such a unique little trail. Great for any skill level. Leaves beginners feeling like they have accomplished something and experts can go big.
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arwhite19
(Nov 9, 2020 at 15:21)

Trail All-American Heros
Unpopular opinion, but I think these jumps are more fun than the upper section of Cease and Desist before you drop the hammer. Make sure you don't stop pedaling between jumps though.
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arwhite19
(Nov 9, 2020 at 15:21)

Trail All-American Heros
Unpopular opinion, but I think these jumps are more fun than the upper section of Cease and Desist before you drop the hammer. Make sure you don't stop pedaling between jumps though.
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EvanepwIp1
(Oct 13, 2020 at 14:47)
Trail Apple Turnover
Super technical trail. If you like tech rock gardens this trail is a blast. Looks like it would suck in the opposite direction of recommended.
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bee33
(Sep 28, 2020 at 14:09)
Trail Apple Turnover
Much more technical than the other black trails around slaughter pen. Very difficult to clear in the direction opposite of what is recommended; probably slightly easier in the recommended direction.
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Trail Down Under
She's a beaut, another great BVille trail. Did it CW, but looks equally fun in both directions.
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Trail Apple Turnover
Yowza, if you hate flow, and love big momentum crushing rock gardens, this is your trail!!
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Trail The Masterpiece
Absolutely amazing work of rideable and jumpable art! A must-ride for anyone hitting Bentonville... options to roll, send or wall ride... !!!
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Tbruce318
(Aug 18, 2020 at 19:52)
Trail The Ledges
This is one of my favorite trails if not my absolute favorite. Not too many people so you can let loose and enjoy the ride. It is a challenging trail but idk if I would call it an expert trail. It is very fun. Flows really well at times and other times it's pretty technical. I would suggest riding from south to north so start out on the Commonwealth road side and go down to the Grosvenor road end.
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jokermac
(Aug 14, 2020 at 14:56)
Trail Tristan Trail
Rode from north to Red Barn. Rocky; some nice up and down.
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Trail Down Under
Start from the Red, not the green to avoid 3 miles of steep incline. Whoops, great trail.
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Tbruce318
(May 17, 2020 at 10:00)
Trail Down Under
Did this one clockwise from the parking area by cunningham. It has a very intense startoff but some climbing after that. Quite a bit of climbing but some really fun downhill parts as well. I would imagine it might be more fun the other way but I'll let you know next time. Great workout.
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Arryq
(Apr 28, 2020 at 7:29)

Trail Choo Choo
Don’t know why this is listed as Black. It’s a smooth trail with some rollable jumps on the top and some big berms on the bottom. I think SP lists it as blue, no real technical skill needed (though more experienced riders can play more on it).
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Arryq
(Apr 28, 2020 at 7:29)

Trail Choo Choo
Don’t know why this is listed as Black. It’s a smooth trail with some rollable jumps on the top and some big berms on the bottom. I think SP lists it as blue, no real technical skill needed (though more experienced riders can play more on it).
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jamhk
(Oct 17, 2018 at 14:57)
Trail Wishing Springs North
Its paved, but it's also a little twisty. Fun if you are going to a different trailhead... Just another paved path really.
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Trail Medusa
This is NOT a black Diamond trail. Blue trail at max.
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Trail Medusa
Agreed, I hit this wet with my son. No problem climbing or features. There is one little rocky section but this is so far away from a black. From the naming a color rating I was expecting more. Please re-designate. Even having a name like Medusa you'd think you were info for something.
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Difficulty ratingBlue