Porta House Loop Mountain Biking Trail

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1.6 miles

Distance

22 ft

Climb

-21 ft

Descent

00:15:17

Avg time

-1 ft

Altitude change

73 ft

Altitude min

87 ft

Altitude max

74 ft

Altitude start

72 ft

Altitude end

-4.9%

Grade max

3.3%

Grade min

1,178 ft

Distance climb

1,201 ft

Distance down

1 mile

Distance flat

00:15:17

Avg time

Porta House Loop Details

Activities
- Mountain Bike
- Winter Fat Bike
- Hike
- Trail Running
Riding Area

Cape Fear River Trail
Fayetteville, North Carolina
Difficulty Rating

Green Rate
Local Popularity
90 in Mountain Biking [+]
- 65 in Trail Running
- 5 in Hiking
- 5 in Winter Fat Biking
Global Ranking
#46074 in Mountain Biking [+]
- #133439 in Trail Running
- #352869 in Hiking
- #12590 in Winter Fat Biking
State Ranking
#348 in Mountain Biking · North Carolina [+]
- #1,349 in Trail Running
- #2,866 in Hiking
- #10 in Winter Fat Biking
Trail Type

Singletrack
Bike Type

AM, XC, Fat
Direction

Both Directions
Climb Difficulty

Green
Physical Rating

Easy
Season

Year Round
Family Friendly

Yes
Dogs Allowed

Yes
Land Owner

Fayetteville-Cumberland Parks and Recreation

The Cape Fear Mountain Bike Trail is a relatively new feature of the Cape Fear River Trail (CFRT)/Clark Park area, located approximately one mile north up the CFRT from the Park.

After crossing Eastwood Avenue, you will see trailhead signs on the right not far from the train tracks and power easement. This area is a more technical ride near the river. Surfaces in this area can be slippery after a rainstorm. The trail then crosses over the CFRT on a more winding and flat path. This section is better for beginners but can deliver a satisfying ride for all.

The Cape Fear Mountain Bike Trail is the result of Fayetteville Cumberland Parks and Recreation (FCPR) gaining support through various volunteer groups, individuals and a partnership with The Bicycle Shop.

The current portion of the trail is only the beginning. FCPR’s goal is to stimulate the interest of users and get assistance in adding more mileage. The trail currently has nearly 3 miles with future potential for close to 10.

If you are interested in volunteering for trail expansion and maintenance, leave your contact information with a park ranger.

source: cape Fear Mountainbike Trail

Access Info

Park at Clark Park or Jordan Soccer Complex and ride your bike on the paved portion of the CFRT until you arrive at the trail head. The Mountain Bike Trail is north from Clark Park and South from Jordan Soccer Complex. It is closer to Clark Park.

Traditionally Indigenous Territory

Recent Activity on Trail

Past Week

2 rides
13 miles average

6 Months

15 rides
11 miles avg distance

All

100 rides
Last: Sep 29, 2026

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Porta House Loop Trail Reports

status	date	description
	Dec 15, 2024 @ 12:49pm Dec 15, 2024	Leaf covered causing some slippery corners!
	May 25, 2024 @ 10:16am May 25, 2024
	May 19, 2024 @ 11:14am May 19, 2024
	Nov 26, 2023 @ 3:02am Nov 26, 2023	Some slippery spots due to wet leaves and clay.
	Dec 1, 2022 @ 11:09pm Dec 1, 2022	Probably the best section out here. This track allows you to pedal and CARRY SPEED through the whole thing with little use of brakes.