This trail is permanently closed/decommissioned
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2.1 miles
Distance
194 ft
Climb
-221 ft
Descent
00:41:47
Avg time
-27 ft
Altitude change
179 ft
Altitude min
229 ft
Altitude max
225 ft
Altitude start
197 ft
Altitude end
-0.2%
Grade
-21.1%
Grade max
14.2%
Grade min
3,907 ft
Distance climb
4,862 ft
Distance down
2,375 ft
Distance flat
00:41:47
Avg time

Massasoit Loop Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • Winter Fat Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
    • Dirtbike/Moto
    • Snowshoe
  • Riding Area
    Myles Standish State Forest
    Plymouth, Massachusetts
  • Difficulty Rating
    Blue Rate
  • Local Popularity
    35 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 5 in Trail Running
    • 5 in Hiking
    • 5 in Dirtbiking
    • 5 in Snowshoeing
    • 5 in Winter Fat Biking
  • Hiking SAC Scale
    T1 Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    XC, Fat
  • Direction
    Both Directions
  • Climb Difficulty
    Blue
  • Physical Rating
    Moderate
  • Trail Visibility
    Always easy to follow
  • Family Friendly
    Yes
  • eBike Allowed
    No
  • Land Owner
    Massachusetts Department of Conservation & Recreation

Motorcycles regularly ride this trail which has caused some soil erosion, softening the soil, exposing large rocks, and creating deep narrow ruts that are difficult to pedal because there is not enough lateral clearance. Several of the inclines can only be climbed by the most skilled and most fit riders under the best of conditions.

This trail is unsanctioned.

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Family friendly

Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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Massasoit Loop Trail Reports

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Nov 11, 2020 @ 7:55am
Nov 11, 2020
 Marking this as closed because it runs into the Massassoit National Wildlife Refuge which prohibits access to all use due to a federally...
Mar 28, 2020 @ 2:44pm
Mar 28, 2020
This is not a good trail for mountain biking for two reasons. First, motorcycles regularly ride this trail (although illegal) which has caused a...
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on Nov 11, 2020
Avg: 3.55 (1 votes)
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      This is not a good trail for mountain biking for two reasons. First, motorcycles regularly ride this trail (although illegal) which has caused a ton of soil erosion - softening the soil, exposing large rocks and creating deep, narrow trails that are difficult to pedal because there is not enough lateral clearance. Second, the trail is not designed for mountain biking - several of the inclines can only be climbed by the most skilled and most fit riders under the best of conditions. I strongly advise avoiding this trail for mountain biking - there are better options.

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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is Massasoit Loop located?
      Massasoit Loop is located in Myles Standish State Forest, Plymouth, Massachusetts, United States. It is part of the Myles Standish State Forest trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 41.88886, -70.6352.
      ▼ How hard is Massasoit Loop?
      Massasoit Loop is rated as Blue difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The average grade is 0.2%. The climb difficulty is rated Blue.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for Massasoit Loop?
      Massasoit Loop has 194 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 221 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 179 ft to 229 ft.
      ▼ Is Massasoit Loop a point to point trail?
      Massasoit Loop is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ How long is Massasoit Loop?
      Massasoit Loop is 2.1 miles long. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Massasoit Loop?
      There is no information about dogs being allowed on Massasoit Loop. Check with local trail managers or the trail page for the latest access rules.
      ▼ How do I access Massasoit Loop? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Massasoit Loop are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to ride Massasoit Loop?
      Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 30 minutes to ride Massasoit Loop. The trail is 2.1 miles long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
      ▼ How busy is Massasoit Loop?
      Massasoit Loop is a less popular trail with lighter traffic. There have been 23 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 23 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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