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1.2 miles
Distance
80 ft
Climb
-81 ft
Descent
00:12:07
Avg time
1 ft
Altitude change
141 ft
Altitude min
190 ft
Altitude max
186 ft
Altitude start
187 ft
Altitude end
-12.5%
Grade max
8%
Grade min
1,900 ft
Distance climb
2,070 ft
Distance down
2,530 ft
Distance flat
00:12:07
Avg time

Lower Valley Loop Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Lowell-Dracut-Tyngsboro State Forest
    Lowell, Massachusetts
  • Difficulty Rating
    Blue Rate
  • Local Popularity
    90 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 75 in Trail Running
    • 55 in Hiking
  • Global Ranking
    #34209 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #74943 in Trail Running
    • #34357 in Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    XC
  • Climb Difficulty
    Blue
  • Physical Rating
    Moderate
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • TTFs on Trail
    Bridge

The lower valley loop starts and ends in the same location. It can be ridden in either direction. The lower valley loop has flowy singletrack with natural rock features abound. The climbs are short and technical to keep you honest

Local Trail Association
Traditionally Indigenous Territory

Recent Activity on Trail

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  • 2 rides
  • 9 miles average
6 Months
  • 180 rides
  • 10 miles avg distance
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  • 1,487 rides
  • Last: Sep 23, 2026
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Lower Valley Loop Trail Reports

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Jun 18, 2024 @ 4:51pm
Jun 18, 2024
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on Jun 18, 2024
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Avg: 3.99 (3 votes)
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      1 Review & Comments

      NERyder
      fast, fun flowey. Punchy climbs with techy sections. VERY reminiscent of Russell Mills if you have been there. Only downside is I went after a week of rainy whether and I found it gets mighty slick when it is wet which can limit the speed this trail would normally allow you to carry.

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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is Lower Valley Loop located?
      Lower Valley Loop is located in Lowell-Dracut-Tyngsboro State Forest, Lowell, Massachusetts, United States. It is part of the Lowell-Dracut-Tyngsboro State Forest trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 42.65623, -71.35313.
      ▼ How hard is Lower Valley Loop?
      Lower Valley Loop is rated as Blue difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The climb difficulty is rated Blue.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for Lower Valley Loop?
      Lower Valley Loop has 80 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 81 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 141 ft to 190 ft.
      ▼ How long is Lower Valley Loop?
      Lower Valley Loop is 1.2 miles long. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Lower Valley Loop?
      Yes, dogs are allowed on Lower Valley Loop. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
      ▼ How do I access Lower Valley Loop? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Lower Valley Loop are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to ride Lower Valley Loop?
      Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 13 minutes to ride Lower Valley Loop. The trail is 1.2 miles long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
      ▼ How busy is Lower Valley Loop?
      Lower Valley Loop is a very popular trail. There have been 4,626 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 5,121 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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