more stats
3,307 ft
Distance
111 ft
Climb
00:05:50
Avg time
112 ft
Altitude change
829 ft
Altitude min
941 ft
Altitude max
829 ft
Altitude start
942 ft
Altitude end
3.4%
Grade
14.8%
Grade min
2,812 ft
Distance climb
499 ft
Distance flat
00:05:50
Avg time

Sylvan Ghost Road Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • Gravel Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Schenley Park
    Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
  • Difficulty Rating
    Access Trail or Doubletrack Rate
  • Local Popularity
    45 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 5 in Trail Running
    • 5 in Hiking
    • 85 in Gravel Biking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    Gravel
  • Direction
    Both Directions
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • Land Owner
    City of Pittsburgh

Abandoned section of road now used by MTB and CX cyclists on "urban dirt" rides. Most of the pavement is gone but it's obvious how to navigate. At times, it is sloppy, overgrown, or garbage strewn around. It's wasteland.

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Local Trail Association
Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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  • Last: Aug 29, 2026
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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is Sylvan Ghost Road located?
      Sylvan Ghost Road is located in Schenley Park, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States. It is part of the Schenley Park trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 40.42489, -79.95105.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for Sylvan Ghost Road?
      Sylvan Ghost Road has 111 ft of elevation gain. The elevation ranges from 829 ft to 941 ft.
      ▼ Is Sylvan Ghost Road a point to point trail?
      Sylvan Ghost Road is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ How long is Sylvan Ghost Road?
      Sylvan Ghost Road is 3,307 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Sylvan Ghost Road?
      Yes, dogs are allowed on Sylvan Ghost Road. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
      ▼ How do I access Sylvan Ghost Road? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Sylvan Ghost Road are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to ride Sylvan Ghost Road?
      Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 6 minutes to ride Sylvan Ghost Road. The trail is 3,307 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
      ▼ How busy is Sylvan Ghost Road?
      Sylvan Ghost Road is a moderately popular trail. There have been 54 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 54 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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