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Big Creek Mountain Bike Trail
Roswell, Georgia
MTB TRAIL STATS
Avg Rating:   |
59 trail reviews |
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Status: updated 6/12/11 by cracker302 |
Difficulty:  Intermediate |
| Length: 6 miles | Global Rank: #536 |
| Tread: Singletrack | Configuration: Network |
| Ridden: 267 | Wishlist: 73 |
| Avg. Speed: 7.18 mph | Avg. Time: 0hr 59min |
| Elevation Gain/Loss: +1,474/-2,246 ft | |
 6 trail check-ins |
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Description: These trails are highly trafficked and are a bit worn in places. There is alot of single track back there with good, steep downhills and jumps in places.
Description: These trails are highly trafficked and are a bit worn in places. There is alot of single track back there with good, steep downhills and jumps in places.
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SIMILAR TRAILS
Riders who liked this mountain bike trail also liked:Yellow River in Stone Mountain
Chicopee Woods in Gainesville
Blankets Creek Bicycle Trail in Woodstock
TRAIL REVIEWS review this trail
reviewed by inbody06 on February 12, 2012
RAMBO has done a great job with his trail . It has it all wicked freeride ,awsome down hill , rocky trails smooth trails ,root filled trails, bridges, skinnys,pump track. amazing how much is packed into this trail system .
reviewed by mottaboo on January 8, 2012
This trail is really well maintained with good signage. Its got a good mix of technical and easier stuff. I really enjoy riding this trail and would recommend it to all of my friends.
reviewed by flamingotter on August 13, 2011
Rode this in the afternoon about 2pm, it was pretty hot. I rode the trail labeled "most difficult" and had a really nice time. I then rode the track "more difficult" again to complete a nice trip. Overall the trails were marked well and were a nice technical challenge. I will definitely make another stop here in the future.
Similar Trail: Keg Creek
reviewed by Liers99 on July 30, 2011
Awesome little trail system. Made a trip down from Chattanooga and was well worth the drive. Plenty for everyone from a concrete path to dual slalom course, dj track, and pump tracks. Loved the technical aspects of all the trails and all the different lines. I would make the drive again in a heart beat.
reviewed by cracker302 on June 12, 2011
This trail was a blast to ride. We went with a group of folks and one saw the expert only in this area sign and made the comment" this isn't worth risking our lives for" and "why did we even decide this was a good idea?" At the end of the trail those 2 guys admitted to having a blast and were so happy they did in fact ride it. After lunch we went back for the second time in one day. Has an area with great downhill and jumps. also has an area for learning how to pump ride. Will be back again.
reviewed by millstkd on June 2, 2011
To be honest this trail was bittersweet for me. The greenway is a nice cool down ride but it is hard to find where all the trails start and end. They have some maps posted but the trails aren't marked to well. However, there are many people there to point you in the right direction. I plan on riding this trail again and I think that I will eventually get the hang of the trail system. BTW the pump track is nice.
reviewed by shovelchop73 on May 31, 2011
ride this trail everyday. its fun when you go as fast as you can. problem is with a hardtail you blow alot of stuff out. nothing epic but for the location i love it. its is definitely worth checking out if you are in the area. they got jumps too
Similar Trail: rope mill
reviewed by Doomsday on May 12, 2011
First time out today and was surprised to see how technical the beginners trail was. It started out with a nice flowy downhill section and quickly turned into a short climb with a few switchbacks. There are plenty of rocks and roots throughout the trail to keep your attention. The intermediate trails just up the ante on the technical aspect. They have a lot more rocks and roots. It is a great ride and I will definitely return. Oh and the pump track is just good fun!
* Review edited 5/12/2011
reviewed by jwiggs on April 4, 2011
just went this april 2011. they have downhill tracks going about 20 mph. insane jumps. just added and its gran opining is april 30th, is the pump track, great fun no pedaling. plus your ordinary tracks
Similar Trail: non like it
reviewed by agent6 on March 28, 2011
Being from Ohio, this set of trails blew me away. Rode them last Friday, and was very impressed. They are very well maintained, with a variety of flavors. Everything from short, flowy, downhill sections to challenging switchbacks to long rock gardens. There is even a pump track section! Even if you have never ridden a pump track, try it out. Go ride these trails!
reviewed by dlapaglia on March 13, 2011
Compared to Blankets and Chickopee, these trails are generally made up of a lot more tight turns, roots, and rocks...broadly more technical and not nearly as fast. The "big loop" is just under 6 miles. Some good, short, fun climbs, and a good cardio ride. Try "El Scorcho" for a short, steep and challenging climb. They need to put up trail signs with the trail names as this is one of the few places around where no one knows the names of each trail (unless the memorize the couple trail maps).
Similar Trail: As many twists and turns as Van Michael's, but not nearly as much of a climb.
reviewed by trek7k on February 4, 2011
I just noticed that I last reviewed Big Creek in 2003 - clearly a lot has changed since then. This place has something for everyone: from beginner-friendly singletrack to rocky, technical trails. There's even a short DH gully run and a new pump track. Convenient location too.
reviewed by SpyderRider on January 22, 2011
This is jiust an all around grout complex. Right off the greenway, lots of parking room, lots of different trails. Perfect for beginners. There are also expert and intermediate trails too. I rode everything up to the intermediate until i was going around a fast banked turn and fell a victim to the slippery leaves on the ground ended up sneaking out under a fence due to injury. I highly reccomend!!!
Similar Trail: Blankets Creek
reviewed by jkey6 on December 7, 2010
This is a great trail network that has something for literally everyone from beginners to endurance riders to freestylers. My only comment is that the loops that are "hardest difficulty" aren't much when compared to other trails. Haven't been to the free-ride area yet but I'm gettin' there. I use this trail for good practice when I don't have time to make it out to Blankets Creek in Kennesaw.
Similar Trail: Blankets Creek
reviewed by MTBbasher on October 19, 2010
Went here yesterday for the first time and no broken bones. My buddies and I had a great time bombing down the hillside and riding the trails. The advanced trails were really tough with all the rocks. Better have a soft tail or you'll rattle your teeth out. The downhill section was a blast. After a few runs we started to get the idea and were picking up speed the more we came down. The only bad thing about it is the 5-10 minute climb up the hill then a short few minutes down. Overall a fun place to visit once in a while. Makes me appreciate the Gwinnett trail system I have right in my backyard.
reviewed by mtbgreg1 on August 25, 2010
Rode here yesterday, and the trails blew me away yet again! In case you didn't know, RAMBO just began construction of a new pumptrack. Should be sweet once its done!
reviewed by LilBeast on July 11, 2010
close to home. outer loop can be done in 30 minutes. nice mid week ride. i like the trail. has some rocky climbs. easy trails can be ridden fast.
Similar Trail: blankets creek
reviewed by GoldenGoose on May 25, 2010
According to RAMBO (the sorba group that maintains the trails) it's open.
reviewed by mtbgreg1 on May 25, 2010
I'm sure it's open (probably was just closed for weather), but a roswell local would probably have more detailed info
reviewed by jmark55 on May 25, 2010
Is the BigCreek Trail open again? Jerome's update in April 2010 says "closed" - still true? Many thanks!
reviewed by zippyzap68.5 on May 5, 2010
good in town trail. a trail for every experience level.
Similar Trail: blankets creek
reviewed by kstoddart on November 19, 2009
My go to trail during the week. Only 12 minutes fro Buckhead. This trail has great climbs, lots to choose from, and can be very challenging. Something for everyone.
reviewed by fastcat on October 21, 2009
I rode all 3 trails. Green, blue and black. The green and blue seem to be way to worn or the floods and the rain have washed away all of the soil exposing nothing but rocks and roots. The black trail was by far the best trail with only limited areas where it seems to be too worn. It actually seemed like the black was easier than the other 2 to ride because of the conditions. I don't mean to sound like I'm complaining too much about it, but when the whole trail is nothing but rocks and exposed roots, it doesn't make for an enjoyable ride. Needs some TLC.
Similar Trail: Blankets Creek
reviewed by mtbgreg1 on October 4, 2009
Rode this trail the other day during the RAMBO Big Creek Bike Festival... and it was awesome! Had some pretty nice beginner/intermediate trails to warm up on, and then the freeride/downhill trails were AWESOME!!! Some absolutely FUN riding!!! Loved it! And then up at the top they had a dirt jump competition for about an hour... no way i'm going to be hitting those jumps for a while! Check out the pictures (forthcoming) for a better taste.
Similar Trail: Jump section at Harbins park, freeride bowl at 441
reviewed by benrob on July 21, 2009
For a mountain biker living in the Atlanta suburbs this trail is great. You can get out of it whatever you want, but the beginner loop can be a little crowded so I usually stick to the back loops. I grew up in the Canadian Rockies so obviously this doesn't even compare to some of the riding that can be found elsewhere. But it is an excellent trail system with actual directional signs and markers. RAMBO has done a great job creating these trails and it is well worth the trip to check them out.
reviewed by felt20 on July 19, 2009
not worth it..didnt like it..if ur going to freeride or downhill go to carters..i dont know if its because i lived in norcal and i race but this "i would say is a all mountain trail"..
Similar Trail: i wanna be carters..
reviewed by jamesterry on June 6, 2009
awsome! i did the beginner loop then went and tried out the downhill stuff. the beginner loop was very nice and if you switch to the intermediate half way it had a teeter totter up on the hill.
* Review edited 9/16/2009
reviewed by numb401 on March 10, 2009
Beginner Loop: About a 1-1/2 miles of half up, half down in either direction. It’s pretty tame. It’s where you take your GF or kid or a NooB that you think you might want to turn into a mountain biker. It’s got some bridges across a couple creeks and it’s all in the woods. And it’s highly likely you’ll see a deer or two, or three. Skillet Express Trail: Hangs off the Beginner Loop and adds about a mile. Labeled “Intermediate” it’s a little bit more of a test of mettle with log crossings and a teeter-totter and a low skinny if you dare – check out the video. Or, all of the technical trail features (TTFs) in Big Creek have ride-arounds if you don’t dare. Troll Trail: Also off the Beginner Loop, Troll has a few quick ups and downs and a wham-bang creek crossing over a thin bridge where a troll or two could well be lurking. Laughing Creek Leg Trail: This gets you over to the good stuff. Here come some rocks and roots and off-camber-to-keep-your-attention turns. It sets you up for: Climbing Snake and Hurts So Good Trails: 2-1/2 miles of singletrack with loose baby heads, one tight switchback, rock gardens, log crossings, swooping 2-foot high berms, the “Wender Bender”, grunting ups, off-camber downs, and a booter or two. That’s a grin on my face by the way. Freeride Area: While cojones may be optional, they really help. Here’s where the guys and gals session. Hey! Women who freeride absolutely have honorary cojones. Bring your big-hit bike, pads and full-face helmet. You want tabletops and doubles, a 3’ rock drop, a hip or two and some scream down the ravine full of gnar that’ll goose your suspension? Knock yourself out … literally. There’s also a really cool gully chute that you approach on a short downhill run. It’s got some drops, jumps, chicanes. A lot of us on our cross country rigs do it all the time. Best time down is just under :55. If you ride Big Creek, make sure you ride the gully. In addition to the MTB trails, there’s a 1-1/2 mile walking/hiking trail and about 5 or so miles of concrete greenway and ponds and open fields and boardwalk through these wetlands that then connects to the Alpharetta Greenway. Perfect for your significant other and in-laws to ramble around while you’re taking care of some serious mountain biking business. So next time you’re looking for an urban track, think about Big Creek. It’s where 20 or so of us will regularly show up, with little to no organization, on Tuesday nights in the summer, ride until twilight and then head for beer and wings. And if you want to freeze your ass off on a winter’s night, think about signing up for night rides. You can warm your ass back up with beer and tacos afterwards. Adopted from: Michael Horwitz @ http://www.mtbtrailreview.com/blog/reviews/trails/mountain-bike-trail-review-big-creek-in-georgia/
reviewed by zsnau734 on February 17, 2009
Kinda disappointing.... good for a in-town ride, but no where as good as Blankets. Loops seem way to short - makes me feel like I'm in a NASCAR race and just doing circles over and over. But if you live near it and only have a bit of time, it is a good trail to get out to. Would not drive more than 20 mins to ride this trail. Would recommend International Horse Park, Ft. Yargo, or Blankets if you are going to drive more than 20 mins.
Similar Trail: Blankets Creek
reviewed by enoeht on January 31, 2009
This trail has an urban feel to it. Perhaps its the time of year and the lack of foliage to suppress the sound from HWY 400. The trails are "ok" nothing fantastic, a decent downhill or two. The expert obstacles here and there are pretty fun. Where the payoff hits is when you get to the Freeride section in the back, the designers were out there busting their humps while I was out there, and they are doing a fantastic job. I am more of an All Mountain fan myself, but I couldn't resist the channel downhill and goofin off on some of the nice launches here and there. I gave an overall rating of 3 due to my particular taste in riding. However if your into free ride, put this as a must see at least once.
reviewed by vinson_spivey on January 15, 2009
OMG......Thank you So so so so much for Building the Freeride Section!!!!! I LOVE it..I just got back from there. Today Was my first day. The back to back jumps were Awesome..I came from bmx to mtb and thats the perfect spot...Keep the Jumps Coming..The Bigger the better
reviewed by mudhunny on December 9, 2008
I must be getting old cuz there are a lot of rocks and roots on these trails, I will only ride FS here! Great trails for a quick workout when you can't get to the NGA mountains.
reviewed by jkovaly on November 2, 2008
Big Creek Park has some of the best trails close in the metro area, right in the middle of the North Atlanta suburbs ! These trails are meticulously maintained by RAMBO (Roswell Alpharetta Mtn Bike Organizaiton), a chapter of SORBA. The beginner loop is mostly smooth and easy, family friendly - lots of kids and their parents. The two more difficult loops were added to provide some distance and variety, they include trail features such as a tree bridge and platform bridge to make things interesting. A fast downhill section with some jumps and banked curves has also been added if you are really feeling brave! Beginners can start out on the first loop and graduate to the other two loops as their skills improve. I have ridden here many times after work, getting in an 8mi workout by putting different loops and segments together. The trails can get congested on the weekend but the well designed directional loops (alternating each day) with separate trails for hikers keep the traffic manageable even with a lot of visitors. Highly recommend.
* Review edited 11/2/2008
Similar Trail: Blankets Creek
reviewed by bigdawg8787 on October 20, 2008
I live near the trails so i can ride my bike to it so i go all the time. OK. If you like to go really fast this is not the place. YOu can a alot of speed in some places but then theres a hill like 5 seconds after so that part sucks. If you like tech. places and uphill bikeing this is the place for you. You can also go to the freeride section where there is alot of cooll jumps and you can go all the down the hill without pedaling. Its awesome!!!!!!!!!! GO!!!!!!!!
reviewed by GoldenGoose on August 19, 2008
I've been here probably 3 times in the last 2 years and I never was really impressed with the trails themselves. Lots of loose rocks on a course that feels like it never wants to let you open up and get some speed. The advanced section can be pretty technical, especially if you try the multiple "stunts" they've made over the years. Today's ride will keep me coming back with a little more frequency though. I finally found the fabled downhill and freeride section at the back of the trails. I probably spent 2 hours just fooling around on the jumps and the downhill course they put in. I'm not sure if it's legal or not, but kudos to the makers. For those who don't know the shortcut, follow the power line road down the hill and make a right onto the paved greenway trail. Go past the two ponds and when the greenway forks, a small entry trail to the freeride section will be on your right. Have fun and make sure to bring a helmet!
* Review edited 8/19/2008
Similar Trail: Try Sope Creek for another one close to the city limits of Atlanta.
reviewed by RunandBike0519 on August 14, 2008
Big creek is a great ride. It is not to fast because it has a lot of rocks and roots, but the technical aspect makes for some fun. The trail is very well laid out and maintained. I frequent here about once a week, so it has to be good. The site for the trail is rambo-mtb.org Oh yeah don't miss the downhill/freeride section at the back of the trail!
* Review edited 8/14/2008
Similar Trail: Blankets Creek, but Blankets Creek is much faster.
reviewed by dirtysancheez on August 3, 2008
A really nice place to ride for being in a city. The trails range from easy to downhill like runs. I was mostly impressed with the $$ spent to design a park with a paved trail, benches & the whole nine.
reviewed by zsnau734 on June 25, 2008
Great in-town ride. Like Blankets a little better, but is great for a change of pace metro ride. These trails are heavily trafficed, but still a good time. Kinda short, so many laps are necessary but it also lets you ride for 20 mins or 3 hours.
Similar Trail: Blanket's Creek
reviewed by trent34 on February 21, 2008
not a whole lot of climbing. one great climb by the free ride park and one right next to it on the advanced course. the rock gardens suck and make for a slow ride and there arent a whole lot places to get speed but if you live close then its a good place to get a ride in or if you like jumpin the there are some big jumps in the free ride/downhill park. oh and cycleworks does a night ride there i think but it is city run so i dont know if it is legal and out of the three loops you can get about 5 miles out of it * Review edited 2/21/2008
* Review edited 2/21/2008
reviewed by Steve_Peck on October 10, 2007
Anybody know if this trail parks is open at night?
Similar Trail: Blanket's Creek, Sope
reviewed by 99treky3 on September 17, 2007
fun trails, rode the expert sections and does have a great log ride, rockier than i expected, and not many jumps, but lot of fun... great for the morning before work ride!!
Similar Trail: Blanket's Creek
reviewed by lschlam on August 14, 2007
I would say this trail is a rockier, flatter version of Yellow river. Some of the sections were technical, but for the most part these trails do not go above an intermediate level. It is a pretty short network, but is awesome for an after work ride. I had a good time on the little obstacles that they have scattered throughout the park.
Similar Trail: Yellow river, Sope creek
reviewed by igo4uga0586 on July 28, 2007
I rode this trail today and I have to say that I was dissapointed. The trail winds all about, rarely giving you the chance to pick up speed and enjoy some of the downhill sections. As i rode the trail i couldnt help but notice the rocks thar occoured all throughout the trail, obviously not native to the trail, and seemed to give less enjoyment, and more hassle. Not a trail to drive an hour to get to, if you are local, it could be more worth it.
Similar Trail: Blankets Creek
reviewed by ydoiwonder on April 29, 2007
Rode the the intermediate and beginner loops with my 10 and 12 year old boys today. We will ride it again. Not too easy for them, but not so hard that they got discouraged. I think I may stop one night on the way home from work and ride the difficult loops without them.
reviewed by harohomeboy on April 18, 2007
The trails are pretty short, but there is an awesome log ride on the expert trail, and the are some amazing jumps in the back near the greenway.
reviewed by sandm96 on February 15, 2007
Rode the whole, 2 laps CCW 2 days ago. really enjoyed the ride. The Advanced section in the back by the greenway got my HR up, favorite section was the intermediate run that was the only 2 way trail in the middle of the beginner section. Trail is well laid out, fun to ride, something for everyone!
Similar Trail: Blankets, Silver Comet Side Trail Singletrack, Reinhardt College
reviewed by singleblade1 on December 6, 2006
Great trails for a good local ride. I could not get over the fact that we were riding in Roswell. All the different loops offer some easy stuff or intermediate stuff. I don't think any of it hit the expert level, but it was challenging throughout many sections. I went back a second time and found the freeride section. I am not into big air but it was fun rolling over the jumps and blasting down the Gulley Trail. This raises the rating from 6 to 7.5!
* Review edited 1/20/2007
Similar Trail: Blankets Creek, Yellow River
reviewed by getonthetrail on December 5, 2006
This trial is very well marked, directional based on days of the week and well maintained. The trail has a few technical sections but for the most part is beginner to intermediate but fun none the less. The trail is not very long at this time so you will need to string a few combinations together to form a longer loop. There is something for everyone on this trail. I plan to ride this trail after work a few times a week.
* Review edited 12/5/2006
Similar Trail: Blankets Creek
reviewed by bradcollinsrc on October 10, 2006
great trails! RAMBO does a great job of keeping this place in excelent condition. they are always adding more trails. just recently added an advanced section, and now a even new expert trail. there are a little more rocks than i would wish for... but what the heck. its called mountain biking for a reason. it does cross over some pedestrian trails. but other than those intersections. the trails are kept separate
reviewed by twallclimber on September 13, 2006
it has several great trails. they help you to improve ur skills quickly.
Similar Trail: blankets creek trail
reviewed by RedWolf on September 12, 2006
Great trail close to everything. There signs to show the daily direction which make these trails more fun, riding clockwise one day the counter clockwise the next. Its like 2 different trails. They are labeled very well and often with Easy (green), More Difficult (blue), and Difficult (black). Depending on how you link the trails It can be a challenge but more inportantly fun! The new Difficult trail is technical and has lots of obstacles, natural and man made. Logs stacked up across the trail, a bridge over a large downed tree, banked corners for fast turns, loose stones and stacked stones in places. Great fun!!
reviewed by mscaldas on July 28, 2006
First time MTBing and enjoyed very much this trail... First day used the begginers loop only, which was very challenging. After a couple of weeks, started using the intermediary loops and the two-way troll bridge. this last one still makes me feel out of shape when going up-hill. It's a great trail to train all the technicals and great work-out. It even links to a greenway, in case you want to warm up a little bit or tune your bike! The best: its location! So close, that I could go every afternoon if my legs allowed me :-) --- Update - 5/17/2007 MTBing for almost a year now. Been on at least 10 other trails in and around Atlanta. This one is still the best in all aspects - good balance of technical and speed; ability to fit 1, 2, 4, 8 or as many miles you want; location, location, location! * Review edited 5/17/2007
* Review edited 5/17/2007
Similar Trail: this is the only trail I've used so far, but got good tips on Blankets creek and yellow river, which I plan to go soon! ---Update - 5/17/2007 Yep, Blankets Creek and Yellow River are good options!
reviewed by Rebus on May 24, 2006
This trail has changed quite a bit since it was initially added. RAMBO-SORBA has really made it a great little trail system in the middle of a pretty populated area. A fast short ride with multiple sections that you can piece together to vary up the ride a bit. Recent changes have made things even better. It's a short track, and you can absolutely fly around most of it, because it flows so nice. On my recent ride there, I hit a different one of the three "more difficult" sections on each of my first three laps and it made for a pretty good experience. It can get crowded, but since it is uni-directional, you don't really notice it. The signage is excellent, even if joggers ignore them and like to make snide comments to bikers.
Similar Trail: Blanket's Creek of course.
reviewed by jbersch on October 3, 2004
Very nice network of trails. Lots of steeps with some hairy stuff. Fun chutes! Some good, new stuff way in the back. Also, they now have the easy trail well marked and it is uni-directional. It is beginner-intermediate level. This is a great place close to Atlanta and not very crowded. Navigation is a bit tough the first few times.. you may get lost, but keep at it, we've always found new stuff here almost every time we ride.
Similar Trail: Yellow River (creek side)
reviewed by hardtailer on July 5, 2004
Nice selection of trails/routes to choose from, but no great length to it. The steady rains as of late have the marsh saturated. There's a section of jumps and an awesome creekbed to hit. Bravery will damn near break your collar bone, so bring a pall to lift you off the ground. Very similar to Yellow River. Take the Holcomb Bridge exit from 400N, turn right off the exit, and turn left on Old Alabama.
Similar Trail: Yellow River
reviewed by mwierm on April 5, 2004
This is a fun trail to ride. All other reviews did a good job covering the trail so the only bit of information I'll leave you with is this: DON'T PARK IN THE BUSINESS AREA OFF MANSELL. Make sure you park in the gravel lot off Old Alabama. Security is fairly tight and they will give you a hard time if you park in their parking lot.
reviewed by trek7k on pre 2003
The guy at Roswell Bikes said these trails were closed but I was there yesterday (August 18, 1999) and I didn't see any signs or anything. Anyway, these trails have some good downhills and alot of washed out technical sections. A pretty good trail, and convenient to my house.
Similar Trail: Sope Creek
