more stats
1,155 ft
Distance
36 ft
Climb
00:01:45
Avg time
38 ft
Altitude change
726 ft
Altitude min
764 ft
Altitude max
726 ft
Altitude start
764 ft
Altitude end
3.3%
Grade
0.4%
Grade max
9%
Grade min
1,010 ft
Distance climb
144 ft
Distance flat
00:01:45
Avg time

Vanwyc2 Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Mount Penn Preserve
    Reading, Pennsylvania
  • Difficulty Rating
    Blue Rate
  • Local Popularity
    70 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 85 in Trail Running
    • 75 in Hiking
  • Global Ranking
    #96580 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #100169 in Trail Running
    • #127668 in Hiking
  • State Ranking
    #1,345 in Mountain Biking · Pennsylvania [+]
    • #1,509 in Trail Running
    • #2,309 in Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Climb Difficulty
    Black Diamond
  • Physical Rating
    Moderate
  • Trail Visibility
    Always easy to follow
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • Year Opened
    2018
  • Land Owner
    Mt. Penn Preserve Partnership (MP3)

A Bypass that's parallel to the old Race Run gully to ease the climb

Tags
Local Trail Association
Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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  • 9 miles avg distance
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  • Last: Oct 10, 2026
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Vanwyc2 Trail Reports

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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is Vanwyc2 located?
      Vanwyc2 is located in Mount Penn Preserve, Reading, Pennsylvania, United States. It is part of the Mount Penn Preserve trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 40.33873, -75.90733.
      ▼ How hard is Vanwyc2?
      Vanwyc2 is rated as Blue difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The average grade is 3.3%. The climb difficulty is rated Black Diamond.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for Vanwyc2?
      Vanwyc2 has 36 ft of elevation gain. The elevation ranges from 726 ft to 764 ft.
      ▼ How long is Vanwyc2?
      Vanwyc2 is 1,155 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Vanwyc2?
      Yes, dogs are allowed on Vanwyc2. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
      ▼ When is the best time of year to ride Vanwyc2?
      Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride Vanwyc2 are:
      • May (6 activities)
      • November (4 activities)
      • January (2 activities)
      Check the reports page for current trail conditions.
      ▼ How do I access Vanwyc2? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Vanwyc2 are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to ride Vanwyc2?
      Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 2 minutes to ride Vanwyc2. The trail is 1,155 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
      ▼ How busy is Vanwyc2?
      Vanwyc2 is a very popular trail. There have been 780 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 863 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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