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Cedar Hill State Park At Joe Pool Lake Mountain Bike Trail
Dallas, Texas
MTB TRAIL STATS
Avg Rating:    |
7 trail reviews |
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Status: updated 1/14/12 by jj2012 |
Difficulty:  Intermediate |
| Length: 15 miles | Global Rank: #939 |
| Tread: Singletrack | Configuration: Other |
| Ridden: 74 | Wishlist: 34 |
| Avg. Speed: 7.47 mph | Avg. Time: 2hr 8min |
| Elevation Gain/Loss: +2,317/-2,470 ft | |
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Description: Cedar Hill State Park is home to the premier North Texas mountain bike trail. The DORBA trail, named for the volunteers of the Dallas Off Road Biking Association, was built by mountain bikers for mountain bikers. Over 1200 acres of prime mountain bike landscape are crisscrossed with 15 miles of intense riding. With three loops, which get progressively longer and tougher, this trail system offers something for all levels of riders. Trails take the riders in and out of dense trees and open valleys most of which is one-way single track. Difficult uphill climbs and fast downhill descents are encountered throughout the ride. The trails are very well maintained by DORBA with signs, bridges, erosion prevention, etc. The tree coverage found throughout the park is a great place to rest after a long climb or unsuspected crash. Be careful when coming around a blind curve. This trail is closed after rainfall so call 972/291-3900 and press star 2 for trail conditions.
Description: Cedar Hill State Park is home to the premier North Texas mountain bike trail. The DORBA trail, named for the volunteers of the Dallas Off Road Biking Association, was built by mountain bikers for mountain bikers. Over 1200 acres of prime mountain bike landscape are crisscrossed with 15 miles of intense riding. With three loops, which get progressively longer and tougher, this trail system offers something for all levels of riders. Trails take the riders in and out of dense trees and open valleys most of which is one-way single track. Difficult uphill climbs and fast downhill descents are encountered throughout the ride. The trails are very well maintained by DORBA with signs, bridges, erosion prevention, etc. The tree coverage found throughout the park is a great place to rest after a long climb or unsuspected crash. Be careful when coming around a blind curve. This trail is closed after rainfall so call 972/291-3900 and press star 2 for trail conditions.
added on July 18, 2007 by 
TRAIL REVIEWS review this trail
reviewed by outlawracer on September 2, 2010
Went to this trail for the first time last week. It was awesome. The trails VERY clearly marked and a blast to ride. This trail offers very good climes accompanied by fast downhill's. I did the 8 mile loop and found it to be a good workout. The trail offers switchbacks, roots, small rock, sand, and awesome views One of the best things about this trail is the lack of people. I spent 3 hours riding and only saw 1 person. If your looking for a very fun and well maintained trail than this is it. Simply a beautiful place to bike,
reviewed by bigwrecker on June 1, 2009
Rode this trail for the first time on 05/30/09. It appeared as though it was going to be pretty fun within the first mile, but from the time you pass the turnoff for the "Short Loop", it is nothing but a neverending assault of midspeed switchbacks and enough tree gates to ensure that you never pick up enough speed to make it interesting. I'm all in favor of switchbacks and gates, but it just got to the point where it was just no fun. I am sure this trail is fun for some people, but my rating is based on the lack of diversity, lack of any technical sections, and the $5 per person park entry fee.
reviewed by djarvis on May 16, 2009
Fast singletrack for the most part with some 4 wheeler roads connecting some of the loops. Two-thirds of the trail is under tree cover and has quite nice scenery. I rode the full 12 mile loop in the morning and opted for the 8 mile in the evening. Very good challenge with some minor technical areas for this beginner in his 40's. I highly recommend this trail to a beginner looking to increase your mtb skills.
reviewed by Trail_Rat on January 29, 2008
Trail is fast XC with several climbs of merit. The loops (there are three) all include basic elements of switchback, downhills, tree gates, rollers etc. This trail can be ridden by beginners but is best enjoyed by intermediates or above with great potentiall for circuit training on the 8.2 and 12 mile sections. You can not say you have ridden Texas until you have mastered this trail
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reviewed by xiorider on May 16, 2007
I am new to mountain biking but an avid ATV rider. My first singletrack ride was at Cedar Hill State Park. I read somewhere this is a beginner trail but I did get mixed up and ended up riding for about 14 miles my first ride! Wow, was it fun! There were tight turns and fast runs just barley missing trees. I had a white knuckle experience that I did not know existed with MTBs. If you are a beginner and are looking for thrills and can handle some up hill climbs, this is a great place to get lost and have some fun! My only wish is that the trails were marked better.
* Review edited 5/16/2007
reviewed by crunchyk9 on September 8, 2005
dorba has apparently been doing lots of work since the '05 flood. Well laid out singletrack with lots of switchbacks. Probably not for the beginner. Not a bad trail at all considering the alternatives. I was there in early September and trail had lots of loose dirt. YMMV.
reviewed by xc_fool on February 28, 2005
When open(currently closed in 05' due to heavy rains that washed out many areas) this trail is a good balance of moderate climbs and nice burms. Almost alll single track! Check out "DORBA.ORG" ofr all DFW Mtn Biking info!
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