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3,337 ft
Distance
24 ft
Climb
-199 ft
Descent
00:04:31
Avg time
-176 ft
Altitude change
729 ft
Altitude min
930 ft
Altitude max
905 ft
Altitude start
728 ft
Altitude end
-5.3%
Grade
-21.2%
Grade max
10%
Grade min
525 ft
Distance climb
2,608 ft
Distance down
200 ft
Distance flat
00:04:31
Avg time

Rd 512 Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • Gravel Bike
    • Adaptive Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Jackson Demonstration State Forest
    Mendocino, California
  • Difficulty Rating
  • Local Popularity
    80 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 5 in Trail Running
    • 5 in Hiking
  • Global Ranking
    #220834 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #331790 in Trail Running
    • #341715 in Hiking
  • Hiking SAC Scale
    T1 Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    AM, XC, Adaptive MTB, Gravel
  • Direction
    Both Directions
    Popular In Reverse
  • Climb Difficulty
    Blue
  • Physical Rating
    Moderate
  • Trail Visibility
    Sometimes hard to follow
  • Season
    All Year
  • Ride in Rain
    Yes
  • Land Owner

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Rd 512 is a 3,337 ft popular blue difficulty singletrack trail located near Mendocino California. This multi-use trail can be used both directions and has a moderate overall physical rating with a 24 ft blue climb. Trail visibility is sometimes hard to follow. On average it takes 4 minutes to complete this trail.

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Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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  • 13 miles avg distance
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  • 47 rides
  • Last: Jul 31, 2026
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        Frequently Asked Questions About Rd 512

        Where is Rd 512 located?
        Rd 512 is located in Jackson Demonstration State Forest, Mendocino, California, United States. It is part of the Jackson Demonstration State Forest trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 39.3709, -123.7471.
        How hard is Rd 512?
        Rd 512 is rated as Blue difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The average grade is 5.3%. The climb difficulty is rated Blue.
        What is the elevation gain for Rd 512?
        Rd 512 has 24 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 199 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 729 ft to 930 ft.
        Is Rd 512 a point to point trail?
        Rd 512 is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is singletrack.
        How long is Rd 512?
        Rd 512 is 3,337 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
        Are dogs allowed on Rd 512?
        There is no information about dogs being allowed on Rd 512. Check with local trail managers or the trail page for the latest access rules.
        When is the best time of year to ride Rd 512?
        Rd 512 is best visited during: All Year.
        How do I access Rd 512? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
        The closest parking and trailhead locations to Rd 512 are: View all parking locations in the area.
        How long does it take to ride Rd 512?
        The estimated time to ride Rd 512 is approximately 5 minutes. The trail is 3,337 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace.
        How busy is Rd 512?
        Rd 512 is a very popular trail. There have been 126 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 137 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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