more stats
1,007 ft
Distance
-153 ft
Descent
540 ft
High Point
-165 ft
Altitude change
375 ft
Altitude min
540 ft
Altitude start
374 ft
Altitude end
-16.4%
Grade
-26.2%
Grade max
-3.6%
Grade min
948 ft
Distance down
56 ft
Distance flat

Mental H. Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Maple Wind Farm
    Richmond, Vermont
  • Difficulty Rating
  • Local Popularity
    65 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 30 in E-Biking
    • 5 in Trail Running
    • 80 in Hiking
  • Global Ranking
    #229668 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #137785 in E-Biking
    • #436448 in Trail Running
    • #126555 in Hiking
  • State Ranking
    #1,571 in Mountain Biking · Vermont [+]
    • #808 in E-Biking
    • #2,714 in Trail Running
    • #1,132 in Hiking
  • Hiking SAC Scale
    T3 Demanding Mountain Hiking
  • Trail Exposure
    Life Threatening
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    AM, XC
  • Direction
    Both Directions[+]
    Popular Direction Shown
    • Both Directions for E-Biking
    • Both Directions for Trail Running
    • Both Directions for Hiking
  • Trail Visibility
    Sometimes hard to follow
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes up to Class 1
  • TTFs on Trail
    Rock Face
  • Year Opened
    2026

Mental H is a short but demanding double-black descent that branches left from Free Range roughly three-quarters of the way down.

The trail begins along a peaceful loamy ridgeline before transitioning into an extended series of natural ledges, awkward rock moves, off-camber turns, punchy climbs, and technical line choices. Rather than one continuous rock slab, Mental H is a collection of broken ledge features that reward precision, balance, and commitment.

The centerpiece of the trail offers three feature options:
1) B-Line: A rocky chute bypass.
2) Ledge Line: Ride high along the exposed ledge before dropping back onto the trail.
3) Portal Line: Balance the spine of the ledge before descending a steep, chunky roller through a massive hollow hemlock root ball.

Midway through the trail, riders are rewarded with expansive views across Maple Wind Farm and South Richmond—but be aware that this viewpoint sits directly above a significant cliff.

While the trail is complete and fully rideable, expect it to continue evolving over time. Additional optional drops, alternate lines, and creative technical features may be added as the trail naturally develops.

Despite its double-black rating, no mandatory air is required anywhere on the trail. Most obstacles can be rolled with proper technique and careful line choice. While the exposure and technical terrain demand respect, Mental H was intentionally built as a place to develop natural rock-riding skills before progressing to larger and more committing technical trails found elsewhere in the region.

The trail finishes with one final technical rock roll before reconnecting with the Winner Winner Connector.

Advanced riders are encouraged, and confident intermediate riders with strong bike handling skills may also find it to be a rewarding progression trail if ridden cautiously. Significant cliff exposure exists in places, and mistakes can carry serious consequences. Ride within your ability.

Local Trail Association
Traditionally Indigenous Territory

Recent Activity on Trail

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  • 8 rides
  • 7 miles average
6 Months
  • 70 rides
  • 8 miles avg distance
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  • 82 rides
  • Last: Sep 29, 2026
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Mental H. Trail Reports

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Jul 22, 2026 @ 9:50pm (America/New_York)
Jul 22, 2026
reporter Open. Dry summer conditions.
Jul 21, 2026 @ 7:30am (America/New_York)
Jul 21, 2026
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Jun 18, 2026 @ 1:38pm (America/New_York)
Jun 18, 2026
reporter Big Rain. Needs time to dry.
Jun 8, 2026 @ 11:58am (America/New_York)
Jun 8, 2026
reporter Trails may be soft. Turn back if too wet
Jun 7, 2026 @ 10:07am (America/New_York)
Jun 7, 2026
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on Jul 22, 2026
Ideal
Avg: 5 (1 votes)
Your vote: 0

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      2 Reviews & Comments

      CourtneyQmJcme
      Great choose-your-own-adventure series of rock features!
      NikUW5wy
      Unbelievably fun! Thank you RMT and Maple Wind!

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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is Mental H. located?
      Mental H. is located in Maple Wind Farm, Richmond, Vermont, United States. It is part of the Maple Wind Farm trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 44.40192, -72.96977.
      ▼ How hard is Mental H.?
      Mental H. is rated as Double Black Diamond difficulty. The average grade is 16.4%.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for Mental H.?
      The trail has 153 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 375 ft to 540 ft.
      ▼ Is Mental H. a point to point trail?
      Mental H. is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ How long is Mental H.?
      Mental H. is 1,007 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Mental H.?
      Yes, dogs are allowed on Mental H.. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
      ▼ How do I access Mental H.? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Mental H. are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How busy is Mental H.?
      Mental H. is a moderately popular trail. There have been 140 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 193 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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