6 Trail Systems • 100+ Miles

Mountain Bike Trail Paradise

From flowy singletrack to technical rock gardens, discover Central New York's premier mountain biking destinations

Beginner Trails
Intermediate Trails
Expert Trails
Year-Round Riding

Featured Trail Systems

Green Lakes State Park

Beginner

Fayetteville, NY

📏 15+ miles of trails
⛰️ 800 ft elevation
🚵 Singletrack & Doubletrack
💵 $10 vehicle entrance fee

Beautiful glacial lake park with a mix of beginner-friendly trails and intermediate singletrack. Features unique turquoise lakes and well-maintained trail system.

Highland Forest

Intermediate

Fabius, NY

📏 20+ miles of trails
⛰️ 1,500 ft elevation
🚵 Singletrack & Fire Roads
💵 $3 per vehicle

Onondaga County's premier mountain biking destination with extensive trail network through dense forest. Offers everything from flow trails to technical challenges.

Morgan Hill State Forest

Intermediate

Truxton, NY

📏 25+ miles of trails
⛰️ 2,000 ft elevation
🚵 Singletrack & Logging Roads
💵 Free

Remote state forest with challenging terrain and significant elevation changes. Known for technical climbing and fast, flowing descents through hardwood forest.

All Trail Systems

Green Lakes State Park

Fayetteville, NY

Beginner to Intermediate

Beautiful glacial lake park with a mix of beginner-friendly trails and intermediate singletrack. Features unique turquoise lakes and well-maintained trail system.

Distance 15+ miles
Elevation 800 ft
Best Season May - October
Cost $10 vehicle entrance fee

Trail Features:

Scenic lake views Swimming beach Beginner-friendly loops +2 more

Amenities:

Parking Restrooms Beach Picnic Areas Trail Map

Highland Forest

Fabius, NY

Intermediate to Advanced

Onondaga County's premier mountain biking destination with extensive trail network through dense forest. Offers everything from flow trails to technical challenges.

Distance 20+ miles
Elevation 1,500 ft
Best Season June - October
Cost $3 per vehicle

Trail Features:

Flow trails Technical descents Scenic overlooks +2 more

Amenities:

Parking Restrooms Lodge Trail Maps Camping

Split Rock Unique Area

Onondaga, NY

Beginner to Intermediate

Historic quarry site turned recreation area with scenic trails along Onondaga Creek. Features unique geological formations and moderate technical features.

Distance 8+ miles
Elevation 400 ft
Best Season April - November
Cost Free

Trail Features:

Historic quarry Creek crossings Rock formations +2 more

Amenities:

Parking Trail Markers

Morgan Hill State Forest

Truxton, NY

Intermediate to Expert

Remote state forest with challenging terrain and significant elevation changes. Known for technical climbing and fast, flowing descents through hardwood forest.

Distance 25+ miles
Elevation 2,000 ft
Best Season June - September
Cost Free

Trail Features:

Technical climbs Fast descents Remote wilderness +2 more

Amenities:

Parking Primitive Camping

Bear Swamp State Forest

Sempronius, NY

Intermediate

Mixed-use forest with shared trails offering moderate technical challenges. Features rolling terrain with some steep sections and seasonal mud.

Distance 12+ miles
Elevation 900 ft
Best Season July - October
Cost Free

Trail Features:

Rolling hills Mixed forest Seasonal streams +2 more

Amenities:

Parking Hunting (in season)

Shindagin Hollow State Forest

Caroline, NY

Advanced

Challenging trail system with steep climbs and technical descents. Popular with experienced riders looking for a workout and technical challenges.

Distance 18+ miles
Elevation 1,800 ft
Best Season June - September
Cost Free

Trail Features:

Steep climbs Technical rock gardens Root sections +2 more

Amenities:

Parking Primitive Camping

Trail Etiquette & Safety

Trail Rules

Yield to hikers and horses

Always give right of way

Stay on marked trails

Prevent erosion and protect habitat

Don't ride muddy trails

Wait 24-48 hours after rain

Pack out what you pack in

Leave no trace

Safety Tips

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Carry repair tools

Multi-tool, tire levers, spare tube

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Download trail maps offline

Cell service is limited in forests

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Ride with a buddy

Or let someone know your plans

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Always wear a helmet

Consider additional protection

Trail Resources

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