more stats
2,215 ft
Distance
18 ft
Climb
-235 ft
Descent
00:03:47
Avg time
-217 ft
Altitude change
1,134 ft
Altitude min
1,351 ft
Altitude max
1,351 ft
Altitude start
1,135 ft
Altitude end
-9.8%
Grade
-28.2%
Grade max
20.2%
Grade min
138 ft
Distance climb
2,051 ft
Distance down
26 ft
Distance flat
00:03:47
Avg time

Ledges DH Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Ridgeway Recreation Area
    Ellijay, Georgia
  • Difficulty Rating
  • Local Popularity
    55 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 95 in E-Biking
    • 5 in Trail Running
    • 5 in Hiking
  • Global Ranking
    #54126 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #89643 in Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    XC
  • Direction
    One Direction
    Popular Direction Shown
  • Physical Rating
    Hard
  • Trail Visibility
    Always easy to follow
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes up to Class 1
  • TTFs on Trail
    Drop, Jump
  • Land Owner
    USACE

This is a beginner/intermediate gravity trail with drop offs and jumps. Begin at the top with access from Smooth Operator or the gravel road (located on right just as you enter Ridgeway). Turn left at the bottom and ride gravel access road to the Boat Ramp Rd for shuttle pick up. Must purchase day-use pass to shuttle.

A $5.00 per vehicle day use fee is charged at Ridgeway Recreation Area. Fees must be paid by credit / debit card only at the automated fee machines located at the beginning of the Boat Ramp Rd. Visitors may also purchase an annual pass that allows vehicles to gain access to all U.S Army Corps of Engineers day-use areas. Annual pass vouchers may be purchased at any fee machine and then traded in for an annual pass with volunteer park hosts at Damsite or Harris Branch Beach when in operation. Additionally, they may be traded in via mail or at the nature center when in operation. America the Beautiful pass can also be purchased online or at the Nature Center and is good for most Federal Lands.

Local Trail Association

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  • 4 miles avg distance
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  • 37 rides
  • Last: Jul 11, 2026
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Ledges DH Trail Reports

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Apr 14, 2024 @ 10:03am
Apr 14, 2024
Dry, fun fast trail
Mar 12, 2024 @ 1:12pm
Mar 12, 2024
Open but wet - please avoid muddy trails
May 4, 2023 @ 6:58am
May 4, 2023
Come ride
Aug 1, 2021 @ 11:39am
Aug 1, 2021
There is a tree down just after the sweeping right hander after the last drop on the upper section of the trail. Two sections of tree. Hard to...
Nov 28, 2020 @ 11:37am
Nov 28, 2020
Large down tree across the trail. you can walk your bike under but can’t ride under it. Heavy dead leaf coverage making trail hard to see...
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on Apr 14, 2024
Wet
Avg: 3.86 (2 votes)
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      Frequently Asked Questions

      Where is Ledges DH located?
      Ledges DH is located in Ridgeway Recreation Area, Ellijay, Georgia, United States. It is part of the Ridgeway Recreation Area trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 34.6542, -84.60349.
      How hard is Ledges DH?
      Ledges DH is rated as Blue difficulty. The physical rating is Hard. The average grade is 9.8%.
      What is the elevation gain for Ledges DH?
      Ledges DH has 18 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 235 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 1,134 ft to 1,351 ft.
      Is Ledges DH a point to point trail?
      Yes, Ledges DH is a point to point trail. The direction is One Direction. The trail type is singletrack.
      How long is Ledges DH?
      Ledges DH is 2,215 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
      Are dogs allowed on Ledges DH?
      Yes, dogs are allowed on Ledges DH. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
      When is the best time of year to ride Ledges DH?
      Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride Ledges DH are:
      • April (4 activities)
      • October (3 activities)
      • November (3 activities)
      Check the reports page for current trail conditions.
      How do I access Ledges DH? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Ledges DH are: View all parking locations in the area.
      How long does it take to ride Ledges DH?
      Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 3 minutes to ride Ledges DH. The trail is 2,215 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
      How busy is Ledges DH?
      Ledges DH is a moderately popular trail. There have been 240 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 299 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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