more stats
1,522 ft
Distance
82 ft
Climb
00:03:13
Avg time
82 ft
Altitude change
1,006 ft
Altitude min
1,088 ft
Altitude max
1,006 ft
Altitude start
1,089 ft
Altitude end
5.4%
Grade
1.9%
Grade max
11.2%
Grade min
1,522 ft
Distance climb
00:03:13
Avg time

Fire Tower Leg Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
    • Gravel Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Mount Penn Preserve
    Reading, Pennsylvania
  • Difficulty Rating
  • Local Popularity
    90 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 85 in E-Biking
    • 95 in Trail Running
    • 85 in Hiking
    • 90 in Gravel Biking
  • Trail Type
    Paved Path
  • Bike Type
    Gravel
  • Direction
    Both Directions
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes up to Class 1
  • Land Owner
    Mt. Penn Preserve Partnership (MP3)

Paved bike path on Skyline Dr. from the Second Overlook to the Fire Tower

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Local Trail Association

Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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  • 2 rides
  • 17.3 km average
6 Months
  • 20 rides
  • 15.6 km avg distance
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  • 247 rides
  • Last: Nov 10, 2026
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Fire Tower Leg Trail Reports

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on Jul 23, 2021
Ideal
Avg: 3.86 (2 votes)
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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is Fire Tower Leg located?
      Fire Tower Leg is located in Mount Penn Preserve, Reading, Pennsylvania, United States. It is part of the Mount Penn Preserve trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 40.34328, -75.9046.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for Fire Tower Leg?
      Fire Tower Leg has 82 ft of elevation gain. The elevation ranges from 1,006 ft to 1,088 ft.
      ▼ Is Fire Tower Leg a point to point trail?
      Fire Tower Leg is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is paved path.
      ▼ How long is Fire Tower Leg?
      Fire Tower Leg is 1,522 ft long. The trail type is paved path.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Fire Tower Leg?
      Yes, dogs are allowed on Fire Tower Leg. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
      ▼ When is the best time of year to ride Fire Tower Leg?
      Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride Fire Tower Leg are:
      • April (19 activities)
      • November (16 activities)
      • May (14 activities)
      Check the reports page for current trail conditions.
      ▼ How do I access Fire Tower Leg? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Fire Tower Leg are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to ride Fire Tower Leg?
      Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 3 minutes to ride Fire Tower Leg. The trail is 1,522 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
      ▼ How busy is Fire Tower Leg?
      Fire Tower Leg is a very popular trail. There have been 1,659 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 2,346 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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