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1,355 ft
Distance
-122 ft
Descent
572 ft
High Point
-122 ft
Altitude change
449 ft
Altitude min
572 ft
Altitude start
449 ft
Altitude end
-9%
Grade
-26.8%
Grade max
-0.8%
Grade min
1,253 ft
Distance down
102 ft
Distance flat

Dad Bod Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
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    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Briar Chapel
    Pittsboro, North Carolina
  • Difficulty Rating
    Black Diamond Rate
  • Local Popularity
    35 in Mountain Biking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Direction
    Downhill Only
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  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes

Dad Bod is one of BC's few one-way downhill runs. Experienced riders will enjoy numerous rock features and drops — some mandatory — as they bomb down this gnarly descent through the hardwood forest too fast to admire it. Hikers are recommended to avoid this trail, or if hiking it, remain aware of other traffic at all times. Fortunately, it's lappable when using Dad Bod Re-Ride to climb back up to the top and skippable if using the Re-Ride downhill. The trail starts at the intersection of Misfit Mile, unSTANKtioned, Dad Bod Re-Ride, and Dad Bod; the trail ends at the intersection of unSTANKtioned, Participation Trophy, Dad Bod Re-Ride, AVID Loop, and Dad Bod.

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  • 2 rides
  • 9 miles average
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  • 36 rides
  • 13 miles avg distance
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  • 36 rides
  • Last: Aug 23, 2026
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        Frequently Asked Questions About Dad Bod

        ▼ Where is Dad Bod located?
        Dad Bod is located in Briar Chapel, Pittsboro, North Carolina, United States. It is part of the Briar Chapel trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 35.82122, -79.12698.
        ▼ How hard is Dad Bod?
        Dad Bod is rated as Black Diamond difficulty. The average grade is 9%.
        ▼ What is the elevation gain for Dad Bod?
        The trail has 122 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 449 ft to 572 ft.
        ▼ Is Dad Bod a point to point trail?
        Yes, Dad Bod is a point to point trail. The direction is Downhill Only. The trail type is singletrack.
        ▼ How long is Dad Bod?
        Dad Bod is 1,355 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
        ▼ Are dogs allowed on Dad Bod?
        Yes, dogs are allowed on Dad Bod. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
        ▼ How do I access Dad Bod? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
        The closest parking and trailhead locations to Dad Bod are: View all parking locations in the area.
        ▼ How busy is Dad Bod?
        Dad Bod is a less popular trail with lighter traffic. There have been 72 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 90 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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