A mountain biker in protective gear jumps off a wooden ramp, airborne over a dirt path surrounded by trees. The rider is wearing a helmet with a visor and goggles, with a focused expression, showcasing an action-packed moment in mountain biking. Big Cedar Wilderness Trails mountain bike trail.
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Level: Intermediate
Length: 20 mi (32.2 km)
Surface: Singletrack
Configuration: Network
Elevation: +585/ -530 ft
Total: 246 riders
 

Mountain Biking Big Cedar Wilderness Trails

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#18 of 279 mountain bike trails in Texas
#789 in the world

20 miles of singletrack loops. Well maintained without being overly invasive. On church owned property. Church has generously offered use of facilities for restroom/water. Waiver required to ride. Available at kiosk at trailhead or www.dorba2.com. Great views and boasts the highest elevation in Dallas.

Orange is a nice beginner loop winding through the trees.

White is the central loop that connects all the other loops. There are some very fast runs, moderately technical areas, and some serious climbs.

Blue is a short fast winding run down the hill, then the climb back up the main drive to the trailhead.

Yellow is the most technical loop with some dips connected by switchbacks.

Green is a nice easy loop with some mild dips and minimal climbing.

Red is for those who like to climb. Lots of climbing and lots of switchback climbs.

Near the trail head there is a downhill area for experts only. There is a ramp to a platform giving you what looks like a 7 or 8 foot drop into the trail. I haven't ridden this (yet).

There are some dirt jumps for BMXers.

They have also stacked some huge rocks for a trials area.

Something for everyone here. It's up to you how far you want to push yourself any given day.

First added by Brandon Dalton on Sep 21, 2009. Last updated May 8, 2020. → add an update
Before you go
  • Drinking water: unknown
  • Lift service: unknown
  • Night riding: unknown
  • Pump track: unknown
  • Restrooms: unknown
  • Fat bike grooming: unknown
  • E-bikes allowed: unknown
  • Fee required: unknown
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Getting there
7532 Saddleridge Dr Dallas‎ TX‎ 75249 United States From I-20, go south on Mountain Creek parkway (located between Dallas and Cedar Hill) until you reach Wheatland. Take a left on Wheatland then a left on Christie just past the fire station. Take a right on Olom and a left into the trail head. Eagle Ford. Turn left (east) and go roughly one block. Turn right (south) into Big Cedar. Trails are on church owned property, maintained by the church and DORBA.


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Dry (Aug 22, 2020)
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Q: is this trail intended for bikes only? I'm not seeing any comments for running on this trail.
A: Yes it is intended for bikes but I assume hiking/running is allowed

Q: Is it open?