more stats
240 ft
Distance
-12 ft
Descent
00:03:30
Avg time
-12 ft
Altitude change
734 ft
Altitude min
745 ft
Altitude max
745 ft
Altitude start
735 ft
Altitude end
-5%
Grade
-8%
Grade max
-2.3%
Grade min
187 ft
Distance down
52 ft
Distance flat
00:03:30
Avg time

Joyous Entry Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
    • Gravel Bike
    • Adaptive Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Mount Peg Trails
    Woodstock, Vermont
  • Difficulty Rating
    Access Trail or Doubletrack Rate
  • Local Popularity
    65 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 45 in E-Biking
    • 40 in Trail Running
    • 40 in Hiking
    • 5 in Adaptive Biking
    • 80 in Gravel Biking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    AM, XC, Adaptive MTB, Gravel
  • Climb Difficulty
    Green
  • Physical Rating
    Easy
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes up to Class 1
  • Year Opened
    2025
  • Land Owner
    Woodstock Inn and Resort

The Joyous Entry (the historical ceremonial arrival of a ruler or dignitary into a city) is a machine built short trail from the upper parking lot into the meadows and the entry kiosk.

Adaptive Bike Info
aMTB Green Rating: Beginner features and moderate terrain.
Local Trail Association
Traditionally Indigenous Territory

Recent Activity on Trail

Past Week
  • 14 rides
  • 7 miles average
6 Months
  • 116 rides
  • 10 miles avg distance
All
  • 452 rides
  • Last: Sep 24, 2026
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Joyous Entry Trail Reports

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Aug 2, 2026 @ 10:49am (America/New_York)
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Apr 17, 2026 @ 9:54am (America/New_York)
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Mar 27, 2026 @ 8:21am (America/New_York)
Mar 27, 2026
 reporter It's mud season. Trails are closed. We will let you know when they are reopened.
Dec 3, 2025 @ 9:27am (America/New_York)
Dec 3, 2025
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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is Joyous Entry located?
      Joyous Entry is located in Mount Peg Trails, Woodstock, Vermont, United States. It is part of the Mount Peg Trails trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 43.60022, -72.51881.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for Joyous Entry?
      The trail has 12 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 734 ft to 745 ft.
      ▼ How long is Joyous Entry?
      Joyous Entry is 240 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Joyous Entry?
      Yes, dogs are allowed on Joyous Entry. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
      ▼ When is the best time of year to ride Joyous Entry?
      Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride Joyous Entry are:
      • August (74 activities)
      • September (62 activities)
      • July (38 activities)
      Check the reports page for current trail conditions.
      ▼ How do I access Joyous Entry? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Joyous Entry are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to ride Joyous Entry?
      Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 4 minutes to ride Joyous Entry. The trail is 240 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
      ▼ How busy is Joyous Entry?
      Joyous Entry is a moderately popular trail. There have been 1,366 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 1,939 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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