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1,962 ft
Distance
153 ft
Climb
00:06:46
Avg time
153 ft
Altitude change
5,408 ft
Altitude min
5,561 ft
Altitude max
5,408 ft
Altitude start
5,561 ft
Altitude end
7.8%
Grade
28%
Grade min
1,795 ft
Distance climb
115 ft
Distance flat
00:06:46
Avg time

JMC Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
    • Winter Fat Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
    • Snowshoe
  • Riding Area
    Forebay
    Payson, Utah
  • Difficulty Rating
    Black Diamond Rate
  • Voted Difficulty
    Blue (1 vote)
  • Local Popularity
    85 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 65 in Trail Running
    • 75 in Hiking
    • 5 in Snowshoeing
  • Global Ranking
    #81160 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #88154 in Trail Running
    • #67572 in Hiking
  • Hiking SAC Scale
    T1 Hiking
  • Trail Exposure
    Normal
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Snow Grooming
    Backcountry
  • Bike Type
    AM, XC, Fat
  • Direction
    Both Directions[+]
    Popular In Reverse
    • Both Directions for E-Biking
    • Both Directions for Trail Running
    • Both Directions for Hiking
    • Both Directions for Snowshoeing
    • Both Directions for Winter Fat Biking
  • Climb Difficulty
    Black Diamond
  • Physical Rating
    Moderate
  • Trail Visibility
    Always easy to follow
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes up to Class 1
  • Lighting
    No
  • Land Owner
    Payson City

Narrow and steep with some tight turns and small rock features. Nice climb to the Orange Gate, top of Noah's and Favorite trails. Often used as a fast downhill section.

Local Trail Association
Traditionally Indigenous Territory

Recent Activity on Trail

Past Week
  • 2 rides
  • 7 miles average
6 Months
  • 22 rides
  • 11 miles avg distance
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  • 215 rides
  • Last: Sep 2, 2026
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Jun 14, 2026 @ 8:36am (America/Denver)
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May 18, 2026
 reporter You guessed it, muddy. Please respect the closure while we get the much needed moisture.
May 1, 2026 @ 11:53am (America/Denver)
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Avg: 3.82 (6 votes)
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        Directions to jmc trailhead (39.985610, -111.695870)
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        Technical Trail Features (TTF)

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        Frequently Asked Questions About JMC

        ▼ Where is JMC located?
        JMC is located in Forebay, Payson, Utah, United States. It is part of the Forebay trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 39.98561, -111.69587.
        ▼ How hard is JMC?
        JMC is rated as Black Diamond difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The average grade is 7.8%. The climb difficulty is rated Black Diamond.
        ▼ What is the elevation gain for JMC?
        JMC has 153 ft of elevation gain. The elevation ranges from 5,408 ft to 5,561 ft.
        ▼ Is JMC a point to point trail?
        JMC is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is singletrack.
        ▼ How long is JMC?
        JMC is 1,962 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
        ▼ Are dogs allowed on JMC?
        There is no information about dogs being allowed on JMC. Check with local trail managers or the trail page for the latest access rules.
        ▼ When is the best time of year to ride JMC?
        Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride JMC are:
        • July (38 activities)
        • September (33 activities)
        • May (26 activities)
        Check the reports page for current trail conditions.
        ▼ How do I access JMC? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
        The closest parking and trailhead locations to JMC are: View all parking locations in the area.
        ▼ How long does it take to ride JMC?
        Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 8 minutes to ride JMC. The trail is 1,962 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
        ▼ How busy is JMC?
        JMC is a very popular trail. There have been 1,052 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 1,168 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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