A panoramic view of a serene river, bordered by a paved road on the right and greenery on the left. The water appears calm, reflecting the overcast sky filled with grey clouds. In the distance, trees and a small building are visible along the riverbank, enhancing the peaceful natural scenery. Lums Pond State Park / Swamp Forest Trail mountain bike trail.
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Level: Intermediate
Length: 7 mi (11.3 km)
Surface: Singletrack
Configuration: Loop
Elevation: +93/ -30 ft
Total: 34 riders
 

Mountain Biking Lums Pond State Park / Swamp Forest Trail

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(Description from the website) The Swamp Forest Trail loops around Lums Pond through fresh water wetland forests of Black Cherry, Sweet Gum, and maple. The trail links to the campground, boat launch, disc golf course, dog training area, nature center and picnic areas. Hikers will follow gentle terrain over a packed earth or crushed stone surface and cross over many elevated boardwalks and bridges.

Very fun little trail a few cool elevated walkways and tight areas make for an interesting ride, but not technical to the point to scare the novice rider. Definitely a great place to start, and the views of the pond are amazing!! Lots of fun.

First added by Mcomegys on Jun 28, 2011. Last updated Jun 23, 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
(Directions from the website) From points North * ROUTE 95 SOUTH TO EXIT 1 A (MIDDLETOWN) * TAKE ROUTE 896 SOUTH, 6 MILES * MAKE LEFT TURN ON HOWELL SCHOOL ROAD * THE PARK ENTRANCE IS ON TERIGHT, 1/4 MILE From points South * ROUTE 13 NORTH * MAK A LEFT AT ROUTE 896 301 JUNCTION (ALS KNOWN AS BOYD'S CORNER) * CROSS THE SUMMIT BRIDGE (IT GOES OVER T C & D CANAL) * MAKE A RIGHT ON HOWELL SCHOOL ROAD * THE PARK ENTRANCE IS ON THE RIGHT, 1/4 MILE


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