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Level: Intermediate
Length: 8 mi (12.9 km)
Surface: Singletrack
Configuration: Loop
Elevation: +426/ -409 ft
Total: 12 riders
Mountain Biking Matthews State Forest Trail
#70 of 300 mountain bike trails in Virginia
The parking area is located on White Pine Rd. Follow the fire rd approximately 1/4 mile to the start of the singletrack on the left. The trail is well marked and easy to follow. There are a few exits, but the trail is essentially a loop. It can be ridden in either direction, but is only marked in the primary direction. There is one technical section consisting of two rock gardens, very nearly back to back and can easily feel like one long rock garden. The remainder of the trail is very friendly to most novice mountain bikers, but never fails to challenge.
First added by At1yamaha72 on Jan 13, 2017. Last updated May 5, 2020. → add an update
Before you go
- Drinking water: unknown
- Lift service: unknown
- Night riding: yes
- Pump track: unknown
- Restrooms: unknown
- Fat bike grooming: unknown
- E-bikes allowed: unknown
- Fee required: unknown
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Start out heading West on 58 towards Independence. Turn left on Meadow Creek Road. Turn Right on White Pine Road. The parking lot is on top of the hill on the right hand side of the road.
One direction well marked and plenty of climbing.The only drawback was the long hunting season when the trail is closed.I would avoid the Wasteland area and take the bypass because the Wasteland is pretty much that and full of thornes.
| Thankanother true single track trail system .just there a few weeks ago new signs to help with keeping on the trails. You will need a state forest use permit to ride this trail 16.00 dollars can be got online .
| ThankHidden gem of a world class trail system in the area of Galax, VA. Big climbs, fast descent, rock gardens, gullies, creek crossing and beautiful scenic views at the summit. Just an awesome trail system and definitely going back for more fun.
| ThankIf you have to go to work on Monday leave your man card at the gate and don't be afraid to get off and push in a few places.This trail is why we mountain bike, very tough in places but worth the effort.
| ThankAn awesome single track trail that is a blast to ride!
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