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1,135 ft
Distance
163 ft
Climb
00:03:09
Avg time
163 ft
Altitude change
613 ft
Altitude min
777 ft
Altitude max
613 ft
Altitude start
777 ft
Altitude end
14.39%
Grade
7.828%
Grade max
27.893%
Grade min
1,135 ft
Distance climb
00:03:09
Avg time

3 Post Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Jackson Demonstration State Forest
    Mendocino, California
  • Difficulty Rating
    Blue Rate
  • Local Popularity
    65 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 65 in Trail Running
    • 5 in Hiking
  • Global Ranking
    #105849 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #96332 in Trail Running
    • #251987 in Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    AM, XC
  • Direction
    Both Directions
  • Climb Difficulty
    Blue
  • Physical Rating
    Hard
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • eBike Allowed
    No
  • Land Owner
    Jackson Demonstration State Forest

This is a steep hill with some heavy erosion ruts and some exposed tree roots. It can be ridden in both directions but it is not for novice riders.

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Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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  • 16 miles avg distance
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  • 138 rides
  • Last: Aug 11, 2026
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Ideal
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        Directions to 3-post trailhead (39.365870, -123.752081)

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        Wet Fun in Jackson Demonstration Forest
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        14:41 | 148 | May 13, 2022 , Mendocino

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        Frequently Asked Questions About 3 Post

        ▼ Where is 3 Post located?
        3 Post is located in Jackson Demonstration State Forest, Mendocino, California, United States. It is part of the Jackson Demonstration State Forest trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 39.36587, -123.75208.
        ▼ How hard is 3 Post?
        3 Post is rated as Blue difficulty. The physical rating is Hard. The average grade is 14.39%. The climb difficulty is rated Blue.
        ▼ What is the elevation gain for 3 Post?
        3 Post has 163 ft of elevation gain. The elevation ranges from 613 ft to 777 ft.
        ▼ Is 3 Post a point to point trail?
        3 Post is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is singletrack.
        ▼ How long is 3 Post?
        3 Post is 1,135 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
        ▼ Are dogs allowed on 3 Post?
        Yes, dogs are allowed on 3 Post. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
        ▼ When is the best time of year to ride 3 Post?
        Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride 3 Post are:
        • August (43 activities)
        • July (16 activities)
        • September (11 activities)
        Check the reports page for current trail conditions.
        ▼ How do I access 3 Post? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
        The closest parking and trailhead locations to 3 Post are: View all parking locations in the area.
        ▼ How long does it take to ride 3 Post?
        Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 3 minutes to ride 3 Post. The trail is 1,135 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
        ▼ How busy is 3 Post?
        3 Post is a moderately popular trail. There have been 595 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 613 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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