more stats
1,345 ft
Distance
103 ft
Climb
00:02:53
Avg time
103 ft
Altitude change
552 ft
Altitude min
656 ft
Altitude max
552 ft
Altitude start
656 ft
Altitude end
7.7%
Grade
3.1%
Grade max
13.4%
Grade min
1,345 ft
Distance climb
00:02:53
Avg time

Valley Brook Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    J. Edward Mack Scout Reservation
    Lititz, Pennsylvania
  • Difficulty Rating
    Blue Rate
  • Local Popularity
    60 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 5 in Trail Running
    • 5 in Hiking
  • Global Ranking
    #232257 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #340658 in Trail Running
    • #343261 in Hiking
  • State Ranking
    #2,824 in Mountain Biking · Pennsylvania [+]
    • #5,318 in Trail Running
    • #5,902 in Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • eBike Allowed
    No

Valley Brook is fairly steep. There are several springs located along this trail which means it has a tendency to always be wet. It is however one of the best ways to get up and out of the Sharp Valley area.

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Local Trail Association

Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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  • 14 rides
  • 10 miles avg distance
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  • 163 rides
  • Last: Nov 1, 2026
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Valley Brook Trail Reports

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Aug 3, 2023 @ 6:39am
Aug 3, 2023
May 8, 2019 @ 6:38pm
May 8, 2019
 still very wet
Mar 15, 2018 @ 2:51pm
Mar 15, 2018
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      2 Reviews & Comments

      Addenn
      Going uphill it really wasn't too bad except for the mud. With it's proximity to the brook, I'd bet it stays muddy most of the year.
      TheInferno720 TheInferno720
      Took this trail downhill. Can stay pretty wet and muddy after a good rain.

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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is Valley Brook located?
      Valley Brook is located in J. Edward Mack Scout Reservation, Lititz, Pennsylvania, United States. It is part of the J. Edward Mack Scout Reservation trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 40.24929, -76.31644.
      ▼ How hard is Valley Brook?
      Valley Brook is rated as Blue difficulty. The average grade is 7.7%.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for Valley Brook?
      Valley Brook has 103 ft of elevation gain. The elevation ranges from 552 ft to 656 ft.
      ▼ How long is Valley Brook?
      Valley Brook is 1,345 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Valley Brook?
      There is no information about dogs being allowed on Valley Brook. Check with local trail managers or the trail page for the latest access rules.
      ▼ How do I access Valley Brook? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Valley Brook are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to ride Valley Brook?
      Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 3 minutes to ride Valley Brook. The trail is 1,345 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
      ▼ How busy is Valley Brook?
      Valley Brook is a moderately popular trail. There have been 1,181 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 1,264 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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