16.9 miles
Distance
1,430 ft
Climb
-1,294 ft
Descent
02:47:46
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Riding AreaLetchworth State Park
Mount Morris, New York -
AKALetchworth Trail
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Difficulty Rating
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Hiking SAC ScaleT1 Hiking
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Trail TypeSingletrack
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Bike TypeXC
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DirectionBoth DirectionsPopular direction shown
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Climb DifficultyBlue
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Physical RatingModerate
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SeasonJun - Oct
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Dogs AllowedYes
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Global Ranking#73141 in Mountain Biking
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Local Popularity100 in Mountain Biking [+]
- 5 in Trail Running
- 5 in Hiking
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Land Owner
Named one of the 10 best mountain biking trails by Bike Magazine, this 22 mile long section of the Finger Lakes Trail system is one of the few sections open to mountain biking. This trail features mostly wooded single track, stream crossings, climbs, descents, and amazing views of the Genesee River Gorge.
If you don't want to ride the entire length there are several access points along River Road where the trail and the road meet or a short access trail connects the two.
Watch for hikers during fall when the leaves are changing color.
The southern end of this trail (above Portageville) has been closed for years due to rock slides. The single track ends on river road between Dygert and Williams roads. The Letchworth Branch FLT "continues" on gravel roads to the point where it intersects with main FLT (white blaze) but is only of interest to through hikers and restricted for mountain bikes.
Access Info
Park at Mount Morris Dam visitors center. The trail head is on the south-west end of the parking lot.
It is also possible to ride in the other direction, starting near the Letchworth State Park Parade Grounds entrance in Portagville, NY.
Disclaimer
Not to be ridden during spring while the ground is wet.
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More Stats for Finger Lakes Trail - Letchworth Branch multi-use trail trail
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Altitude change135 ft
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Altitude min834 ft
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Altitude max1,065 ft
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Altitude start883 ft
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Altitude end1,017 ft
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Grade0.2%
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Grade max-22.7%
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Grade min46.1%
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Distance climb9 miles
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Distance down6 miles
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Distance flat2 miles
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Avg time02:47:46
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Avg reverse time03:52:07
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7 Reviews & Comments
RichOxley
(Sep 5, 2021 at 6:18)
(Sep 5, 2021 at 6:18)
Trail in perfect condition. Parked at the dam then rode 11 miles out and then turned around and rode 11 miles back. Three hours of great Xc riding. Most of the ravines are rideable. Only had to push a few times. This is a great cross country trail.
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Maxkid84
(Aug 16, 2021 at 15:49)
(Aug 16, 2021 at 15:49)
Mid-fat bikes were made for this, aka there are a lot of roots, but that's typical for this area. There are many lovely sections as well. PARK AT THE DAM. Head in from there and keep with it. Just shy of 4 miles in there's a really nice spot with a view point and a couple trees ideal for a hammock, just watch the edge! The loose surface can give way easily.
Take this trail slower and observe first, it's ripable on the way back with a good mix of climbs and downhill sections.
I will say though, there's no real flow sections or features from what I saw, there are several Creek crossings that were pretty dry as it hasn't really rained in the last few days. Definitely had to dismount on a couple of them. I'll definitely be back to again to go further in, but that first 4 miles is worth it.
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Take this trail slower and observe first, it's ripable on the way back with a good mix of climbs and downhill sections.
I will say though, there's no real flow sections or features from what I saw, there are several Creek crossings that were pretty dry as it hasn't really rained in the last few days. Definitely had to dismount on a couple of them. I'll definitely be back to again to go further in, but that first 4 miles is worth it.
mtnrunner19
(Oct 14, 2020 at 4:25)
Pay no mind to nolander2010's comment. The trail is maintained by Finger Lakes Trail Conference and a handful of volunteers. Tree's come down every day but are (slowly) cleared. You might have to dismount for a creek crossing. Log-overs and creek crossings are the features here; test and grow your skills.
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nolander2010
(Jul 12, 2020 at 15:43)
Ok, so the north end of this trail is rideable. Do not try to ride point to point for entire length of the trail. The south 10 miles haven't been maintained in years. Everything is washed out and trees are downed across the trail.
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wgwestervelt
(Oct 13, 2019 at 17:59)
Really pretty trail - mostly flat but the washes offer some fun challenges. Can get a nice Rhythm going over 20 miles. Next time will do the full out and back for 44 miles of continuous single track.
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Granderojo547
(Sep 20, 2017 at 10:48)
1st, Google "Mt Morris Dam Visitors Center" This trail is not in Letchworth State Park! I paid $10 to get in only to realize I was on the wrong side of the river. Then Google lead me to closed roads. 40 minutes later I got to my destination.
It was a lot of roots and river crossings. My skills and XC MTB were out matched, I spent more time off the bike than on. At 4.3 miles I gave up. I got to a crossing I couldn't climb with my shoes, let alone while hauling a bike. It is beautiful, I'll be back. But with boots and never a bike again. I like flow and climbs, there are precious little here.
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It was a lot of roots and river crossings. My skills and XC MTB were out matched, I spent more time off the bike than on. At 4.3 miles I gave up. I got to a crossing I couldn't climb with my shoes, let alone while hauling a bike. It is beautiful, I'll be back. But with boots and never a bike again. I like flow and climbs, there are precious little here.
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I started at the Dam and went south 5 miles and back.
I'm an intermediate mountain biker. I can do expert trails, just slow. I don't participate in any races and I prefer to bike alone to set my own pace to maintain control and low risk (had enough injuries from skiing)