Trail Supporters, Builders & Maintainers of Black Forest Trail
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Black Forest Details
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Riding AreaRocky Knob Park
Boone, North Carolina -
Difficulty Rating
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Voted DifficultyDouble Black Diamond (1 vote)
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Trail TypePrimitive
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Bike TypeDH, AM
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Trail UsageBiking Only
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DirectionDownhill OnlyPopular direction shown
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Physical RatingHard
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eBike Allowed
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TTFs on TrailDrop, Jump, Ladder Bridge, Rock Face, Rock Garden
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Global Ranking#6194 in Mountain Biking
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Local Popularity35 in Mountain Biking
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Year Opened2018
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The Black Forest Trail drops almost 700 feet in just under one mile that connects rock features that will appeal to connoisseurs of "get out and scout" style, fall-line trail.
The trail has two distinct halves: The Upper Black Forest begins at the summit and is rated Double Black Diamond. It is significantly more difficult than any other trail in the park. Expect steep fall lines, rugged, unpredictable sections with drops, rock faces, and jumps. Take your time the first time down to scout lines. Numerous line choices exist and are not marked.
The lower section called "Stone Soup" is a Black Diamond rated trail and is a good introduction to the upper section. Access Stone Soup from the last leg of Boat Rock Trail.
Please observe the posted rules for the trail:
Warning- This trail is for expert riders only!
This technical DOWNHILL trail is rated Double Black Diamond with Black Diamond options. This is an Expert Only trail.
There is no easy way down this trail.
Trail features are not marked and include mandatory rock drops, steep rock slabs, and technical downhill with constant challenge.
Riders should be experienced and confidant on all other Rocky Knob trails and skill areas before entering The Black Forest Trail.
Helmets are required. Full face helmets and body armor are highly recommended.
Inspect all features and understand the risk of each before riding any section of Black Forest Trail.
Do not ride alone or when the trail is wet.
You are responsible for your safety.
In the event of an Emergency- Call 911 and inform them you are on the Black Forest Trail at Rocky Knob Park.
Local Trail Association
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Boone Area Cyclists
(booneareacyclists.org) Please consider joining or donating to the local riding association to support trail development & maintenance.donate to earn trail karma!
More Stats for Black Forest bike trail
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Altitude change-399 ft
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Altitude min3,590 ft
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Altitude start3,999 ft
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Altitude end3,600 ft
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Grade-18.867%
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Grade max-45.661%
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Grade min13.809%
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Distance climb212 ft
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Distance down1,870 ft
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Distance flat33 ft
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- 34 rides
- 9 miles avg distance
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