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3.2 miles
Distance
223 ft
Climb
-221 ft
Descent
00:15:00
Avg time
542 ft
Altitude min
581 ft
Altitude max
557 ft
Altitude start
558 ft
Altitude end
-15.4%
Grade max
19.2%
Grade min
4,774 ft
Distance climb
1 mile
Distance down
1 mile
Distance flat
00:15:00
Avg time
Northshore Loop 2 Details
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Activities
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- Trail Running
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Riding AreaNorthshore
Flower Mound, Texas -
Difficulty Rating
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Voted DifficultyBlue (3 votes)
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Local Popularity100 in Mountain Biking [+]
- 85 in Trail Running
- 95 in Hiking
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Hiking SAC ScaleT1 Hiking
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Trail TypeSingletrack
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DirectionOne Direction
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Climb DifficultyGreen
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Physical RatingModerate
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Dogs AllowedYes
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eBike Allowed
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Northshore Loop 2 is a highly rated 3 mile popular blue difficulty singletrack trail located near Flower Mound Texas. This multi-use trail can be used one direction and has a moderate overall physical rating with a 223 ft green climb. On average it takes 15 minutes to complete this trail.
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Ebikes are allowed, but a permit must be obtained. There are some restrictions on who can get one. Please see the link on the main page "Ebike Policy and Blank Permit Form" for more information.
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- Last: Jul 3, 2026
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Directions to northshore-loop-2 trailhead
(32.996820, -97.089910)
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Routes with this trail
★ 2.5 • 11 miles • 845 ft • 3 • Loop •
Northshore loops 1-4 (blue) from the MADD shelter and back
8 miles • 462 ft • 4 • Loop •
Loop from 1-3 and back, skipping the rocky loop 4. Then finish with loop 5 for fun.
★ 3.5 • 11 miles • 569 ft • 12 • Out & Back •
Northshore ride of the less technical loops.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Northshore Loop 2
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Where is Northshore Loop 2 located?
Northshore Loop 2 is located in Northshore, Flower Mound, Texas, United States. It is part of the Northshore trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 32.99682, -97.08991.
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How hard is Northshore Loop 2?
Northshore Loop 2 is rated as Blue difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The climb difficulty is rated Green.
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What is the elevation gain for Northshore Loop 2?
Northshore Loop 2 has 223 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 221 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 542 ft to 581 ft.
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Is Northshore Loop 2 a point to point trail?
Yes, Northshore Loop 2 is a point to point trail. The direction is One Direction. The trail type is singletrack.
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