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1.8 miles
Distance
31 ft
Climb
-732 ft
Descent
00:22:43
Avg time
-701 ft
Altitude change
1,228 ft
Altitude min
1,930 ft
Altitude max
1,929 ft
Altitude start
1,227 ft
Altitude end
-7.5%
Grade
-39.6%
Grade max
34.8%
Grade min
659 ft
Distance climb
2 miles
Distance down
482 ft
Distance flat
00:22:43
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Mule Kicker Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
  • Riding Area
    Buffalo River
    Ponca, Arkansas
  • Difficulty Rating
    Black Diamond Rate
  • Local Popularity
    50 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 25 in E-Biking
  • Global Ranking
    #12387 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #15250 in E-Biking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Direction
    Downhill Only
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  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes up to Class 1
  • Land Owner
    Buffalo Outdoor Center

At two miles, not only is this the longest sustained downhill on the mountain, but it’s also packed with off-camber rock gardens, challenging doubles and plenty of steep and twisty bits. You’ll also have to keep your eyes peeled for a massive hip jump that likes to blend into its surroundings.

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Dec 3, 2024 @ 5:54am
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May 9, 2022 @ 6:11pm
May 9, 2022
 Hammered Jump lines overgrown and filled with loose rock
May 2, 2021 @ 10:53am
May 2, 2021
Jan 10, 2021 @ 11:58am
Jan 10, 2021
 It’s a little damp but overall riding good with solid grip.
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        2 Reviews & Comments

        surreyhillstrailco surreyhillstrailco
        Just rode this and was quite disappointed... The trail I'm sure was great when it was first built but right now it has loads of water damage in the sections which would be fun (hip jump / steep berms). Trees down over trail in places and a few uphill parts which drag on. Terrain is loose gravel and some bedrock rock gardens.
        SammyMeatball
        Chunky is the best way to describe it. Fun trail but stay sharp and hold on. Requires some advanced skills if you are to ride every feature.

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        Frequently Asked Questions

        ▼ Where is Mule Kicker located?
        Mule Kicker is located in Buffalo River, Ponca, Arkansas, United States. It is part of the Buffalo River trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 36.03882, -93.37996.
        ▼ How hard is Mule Kicker?
        Mule Kicker is rated as Black Diamond difficulty. The average grade is 7.5%.
        ▼ What is the elevation gain for Mule Kicker?
        Mule Kicker has 31 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 732 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 1,228 ft to 1,930 ft.
        ▼ Is Mule Kicker a point to point trail?
        Yes, Mule Kicker is a point to point trail. The direction is Downhill Only. The trail type is singletrack.
        ▼ How long is Mule Kicker?
        Mule Kicker is 1.8 miles long. The trail type is singletrack.
        ▼ Are dogs allowed on Mule Kicker?
        Yes, dogs are allowed on Mule Kicker. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
        ▼ When is the best time of year to ride Mule Kicker?
        Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride Mule Kicker are:
        • February (2 activities)
        • April (2 activities)
        • January (1 activities)
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        ▼ How do I access Mule Kicker? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
        The closest parking and trailhead locations to Mule Kicker are: View all parking locations in the area.
        ▼ How long does it take to ride Mule Kicker?
        Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 15 minutes to ride Mule Kicker. The trail is 1.8 miles long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
        ▼ How busy is Mule Kicker?
        Mule Kicker is a moderately popular trail. There have been 352 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 507 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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