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1,883 ft
Distance
-155 ft
Descent
00:03:33
Avg time
-155 ft
Altitude change
992 ft
Altitude min
1,147 ft
Altitude max
1,147 ft
Altitude start
991 ft
Altitude end
-8.2%
Grade
-30.4%
Grade max
-2.6%
Grade min
1,883 ft
Distance down
00:03:33
Avg time

Laminar Flow Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • Winter Fat Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
  • AKA
    Clarkson Flow Trail
  • Difficulty Rating
  • Local Popularity
    65 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 5 in Trail Running
    • 5 in Hiking
  • Global Ranking
    #63719 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #260473 in Trail Running
    • #16428 in Hiking
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  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    DH, AM, XC, DJ, Fat
  • Direction
    Downhill Only
  • Physical Rating
    Moderate
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • eBike Allowed
  • TTFs on Trail
    Berm, Jump, Gap Jump, Rock Face
  • Land Owner
    Clarkson University

Really fun flow trail with multiple berms, jumps, and rocky, rooty features.

Access Info Restricted Access

Clarkson has signage at the bottom of the property indicating that only current employees or students are permitted access to this portion of the trail network.

Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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  • 7 miles avg distance
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  • Last: Aug 28, 2026
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Laminar Flow Trail Reports

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May 6, 2021 @ 5:42am
May 6, 2021
May 7, 2020 @ 2:54pm
May 7, 2020
Cleared, in great shape, and ready to go. The bottom portion of this trail has an intersection. Go left and you will exit trail at the bottom...
Oct 26, 2017 @ 12:33pm
Oct 26, 2017
Fully leaf blown as of 10/25/17
Oct 13, 2017 @ 9:06am
Oct 13, 2017
Fresh work put in on the trail! We added some dirt to fix a few jumps and put in a new berm.
Mar 6, 2017 @ 2:54pm
Mar 6, 2017
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on May 6, 2021
Ideal
Avg: 4.08 (5 votes)
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        Directions to laminar-flow trailhead (44.576258, -74.863023)

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        Clarkson 7 Springs Flow Trail Mini Shredit 1
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        0:55 | 265 | Jan 18, 2017 , Colton
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        2:20 | 348 | Feb 21, 2016 , Colton

        Routes with this trail

        3 miles 849 ft 21 Race
        5 Stage Enduro course for Clarkson's 2019 ECCC Race
        3 miles 791 ft 15 Race
        This is the race course for the 2023 Clarkson ECCC Enduro
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        Frequently Asked Questions About Laminar Flow

        Where is Laminar Flow located?
        Laminar Flow is located in High Flats State Forest (7 Springs), Colton, New York, United States. It is part of the High Flats State Forest (7 Springs) trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 44.57626, -74.86302.
        How hard is Laminar Flow?
        Laminar Flow is rated as Blue difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The average grade is 8.2%.
        What is the elevation gain for Laminar Flow?
        The trail has 155 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 992 ft to 1,147 ft.
        Is Laminar Flow a point to point trail?
        Yes, Laminar Flow is a point to point trail. The direction is Downhill Only. The trail type is singletrack.
        How long is Laminar Flow?
        Laminar Flow is 1,883 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
        Are dogs allowed on Laminar Flow?
        Yes, dogs are allowed on Laminar Flow. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
        When is the best time of year to ride Laminar Flow?
        Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride Laminar Flow are:
        • June (8 activities)
        • September (6 activities)
        • November (6 activities)
        Check the reports page for current trail conditions.
        How do I access Laminar Flow? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
        The closest parking and trailhead locations to Laminar Flow are: View all parking locations in the area.
        How long does it take to ride Laminar Flow?
        Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 5 minutes to ride Laminar Flow. The trail is 1,883 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
        How busy is Laminar Flow?
        Laminar Flow is a moderately popular trail. There have been 259 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 355 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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