6 Trail Systems • 100+ Miles

Mountain BikeTrail 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.

Distance15+ miles
Elevation800 ft
Best SeasonMay - October
Cost$10 vehicle entrance fee

Trail Features:

Scenic lake viewsSwimming beachBeginner-friendly loops+2 more

Amenities:

ParkingRestroomsBeachPicnic AreasTrail 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.

Distance20+ miles
Elevation1,500 ft
Best SeasonJune - October
Cost$3 per vehicle

Trail Features:

Flow trailsTechnical descentsScenic overlooks+2 more

Amenities:

ParkingRestroomsLodgeTrail MapsCamping

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.

Distance8+ miles
Elevation400 ft
Best SeasonApril - November
CostFree

Trail Features:

Historic quarryCreek crossingsRock formations+2 more

Amenities:

ParkingTrail 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.

Distance25+ miles
Elevation2,000 ft
Best SeasonJune - September
CostFree

Trail Features:

Technical climbsFast descentsRemote wilderness+2 more

Amenities:

ParkingPrimitive 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.

Distance12+ miles
Elevation900 ft
Best SeasonJuly - October
CostFree

Trail Features:

Rolling hillsMixed forestSeasonal streams+2 more

Amenities:

ParkingHunting (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.

Distance18+ miles
Elevation1,800 ft
Best SeasonJune - September
CostFree

Trail Features:

Steep climbsTechnical rock gardensRoot sections+2 more

Amenities:

ParkingPrimitive Camping

Trail Etiquette & Safety

Trail Rules

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Yield to hikers and horses

Always give right of way

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Stay on marked trails

Prevent erosion and protect habitat

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Don't ride muddy trails

Wait 24-48 hours after rain

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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

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