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Chicopee Woods Mountain Bike Trail
Gainesville, Georgia
MTB TRAIL STATS
Avg Rating:   |
48 trail reviews |
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Status: updated 1/16/12 by mtbgreg1 |
Difficulty:  Intermediate |
| Length: 21 miles | Global Rank: #348 |
| Tread: Singletrack | Configuration: Loop |
| Ridden: 282 | Wishlist: 93 |
| Avg. Speed: 7.06 mph | Avg. Time: 1hr 34min |
| Elevation Gain/Loss: +3,767/-3,450 ft | |
 6 trail check-ins |
Mountain Bike Trails in the Chicopee Woods Trail System
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Description: The Chicopee Woods Mountain Bike Park is a well maintained group of trails kept by the Gainesville SORBA chapter. There are over 21 miles of dedicated Mountain Bike trails made up of several loops. There's a 2.6 mile beginner friendly trail named The Tortoise Loop. Four intermediate level trails totaling 14 miles include the Red Tail loop, Flying Squirrel, White Tail loop and Coyote trail. The Copperhead Gap trail is 4.5 miles and the most technical trail in the system. Trail maps are posted at the main trailhead kiosk in the parking lot as well as at major intersections along the trail system. The trails are closed at sunset and after significant rain. For more information and current trail status visit www.gainesvillesorba.org.
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TRAIL REVIEWS review this trail
reviewed by inbody06 on February 12, 2012
great trails , fast flowing ,fun trails . directional by day . cool bridges to cross by the creek bottom .lots of fun
Similar Trail: fort yargo
reviewed by brianzieske on November 29, 2011
Great flow, just when the climb becomes strenuous you are rewarded with a flowing downhill.
reviewed by dcluley on November 10, 2011
Checked this trail system out for a 1 day trip while on a GA/SC mountain bike minitour. Rode everything but copperhead, and it was a blast. This trail is the definition of an "intermediate" trail. Nothing too technical to not clear, and flow on Flying Squirrel is awesome in spots. Being a flatlander weekend warrior from FL, the climbs were not too tough for me to handle. The terrain was nice and it seemed like you were in the middle of the woods except for the interstate noise! Wish I had a trail with some easy rolling varying terrain like this close to where I live for a change of pace.
reviewed by chriscrowe16 on November 8, 2011
I go to these trails every Saturday and Sunday. I have never had a problem with these trails other than running out of water. I ride competitively so it is a great place to ride and get ready for a race. They have tracks for beginners and experts, but over all the best track I have ridden yet
reviewed by ATGiles on November 4, 2011
A bit of a challenge. Great downhills but they come with a price (the last uphill is really long). Great trail overall.
Similar Trail: Gainesville State College
reviewed by limetownjack on November 3, 2011
Great trail system and one of my favorites, especially Copperhead Gap. Everything is well maintained (minus the bathroom so crap beforehand) and the trails are well marked for the most part. I did get turned around a couple times but to be fair their was also a lot of leaf cover. The advanced trails offer the occasional lung buster but there are a couple trails (approx 4-5 mi combined) for those just starting out. Definitely worth the drive.
Similar Trail: Blankets Creek
reviewed by davemayo2000 on November 2, 2011
Chicopee has been my regular ride this season and I really love every time out. My normal loop is Tortoise->Hare->Red Tail->White Tail->Flying Squirrel->White Tail->Tortoise, which is about a 9-9.5 mile, mostly intermediate level run. There's nothing too technical on that route. A few rooty climbs here and there. There are some sustained climbs out on White Tail (Champain Hill and the double track from the creek crossing back up to Tortoise), but they're not very steep. I wish there were more small jumps built into the descents on all these trails, but that's a minor issue. There's definitely something for almost everyone out here. Beginner's will have no trouble with the Tortoise Loop. The Red and White Tail loops are good intermediate runs. Flying Squirrel is nice for some speed and may be slightly more advanced than White Tail. Copperhead can get fairly technical and provides nice, steep, but not too long rocky, rooty climbs and descents. Coyote Loop on the other side of the road from the parking lot is a good finisher for me some days. It's not overly technical, but it's a little tighter and twistier than the other system and has one pretty killer set of switchbacks in the middle.
reviewed by darrinw2001 on September 2, 2011
had a blast riding here although we were not able to hit all the trails. we did flying squirrel, tortoise. Hare, and white tail and all were awesome. we will be back for sure!
Similar Trail: Jack Rabbit and FATS
reviewed by kwnichol on August 2, 2011
Fantastic trail system. Very well maintained. This was our first time out to this trail and we were a bit overwhelmed by the crowds. The signage is quite misleading in spots and we ended up going the wrong way on the white trail. Fortunately, as with most trails, someone pointed us in the correct direction. I HIGHLY recommend you print a map before going. All in all, the white and Flying squirrel trails were fun and challenging for this beginner.
Similar Trail: Dauset Trails
reviewed by GoKite5 on June 26, 2011
Great trail for cross country fast riding. Nothing technical. The trail has great gradual climbs and descents with beautiful flow so you can really get going and enjoy your ride.
reviewed by shovelchop73 on May 31, 2011
awesome trail system. rode all but red tail? was fast!! funny thing is no crazy hills. just real smooth. you can get on the big ring and little back one on these trails. wish it was closer to home! had a blast if it wasnt so hot would've went again! definitely check it out.
Similar Trail: blankets creek
reviewed by Hardtail.Junky on March 14, 2011
I've been riding here for some time and absolutley love this trial system. If you're looking to have a quick fun heart pumping ride take the hair trail to the white tail trail and in about 45min - hour later you will be begging to come back. SORBA does a great job of maintaining these trails! Hopefully I'll get enough stamina built up to ride the copper head trail some day. Rode it once and swore it off haha. Seriously a blast though. If you're looking for a great time go here!
reviewed by Johns96ss on February 15, 2011
Great trail! I have heard that this trail was canine companion friendly in the past, is this still true?
reviewed by trek7k on February 4, 2011
I don't know why I don't ride here more often: miles of trails that are fast, fast, fast! If you're looking for technical trails, this isn't the place. Groomed and flowy singletrack that doesn't feel cramped (even though the network is fairly compact). Directional by day of week.
reviewed by MTBbasher on November 1, 2010
Rode this past Saturday between 4-6pm. Perfect weather for a ride. Linked three trails for an 11.5 mile ride. If there had been more sunlight left I'd gone back for more. Love the trails there.
Similar Trail: Blankets Creek, Conyers Horse Park
reviewed by spikel on October 4, 2010
Great trail! Sorba has done a phenom job! Fast, narley if you want, smooth if you dont. DIRECTIONS ABOVE ARE WRONG! I-85 has undergone MAJOR changes in this area. UPDATED 10-2-10 85 N TO 985 N exit 17. follow signs for Elachee Outdoors Center/Chicopee Mill Historic District [go left onto Atlanta Hwy for appx 1.5 miles. Make a right at the Chicopee Baptist Church and another hard right onto A Ave/Elachee Dr. Its practically a U turn but in 50 yards you will see a sign for the wilderness entrance (plus a golf course). Parking for the trail system will be appx .5 miles on your left.
Similar Trail: Blankets Creek
reviewed by Hipatoid on September 23, 2010
Great trail system! Has a bit of riding for all trail style riders. Several loops to jump in and out of. With all the trail loops this can be a 30 min quick ride or an all day adventure.
* Review edited 9/28/2010
Similar Trail: Blankets Creek
reviewed by JackPompanoBeach on September 14, 2010
I had not been here since Zig Zag was redone, and I forgot that this is one of the baddest rides in the area! Killer fast, and it's as technicial as you want to make it. Climbing is minimal except for a couple places, all excellent well maintained single track, and yes, some beginner trails. I rode this on my free ride bike, and it totally rocks. These guys do an unbelievable job on building trails.
Similar Trail: I am not a huge fan of, but Jack Rabbit was supposedly built by the same people. It's totally maintained single track, just lacking the interesting twists and turns of Chicopee. I still would say go there!
reviewed by west_is_best on July 11, 2010
Trails are in really good shape. Great flow allows you to really get locked in on a few sections. A pretty heady ride, brah!
Similar Trail: Issaquenna Trails in Clemson.
reviewed by trainhard22 on February 19, 2010
Simply Awesome - has to be the best overall trail in GA.
Similar Trail: Blankets
reviewed by mtbgreg1 on February 4, 2010
closed for wet conditions. always be sure to check http://gainesvillesorba.org for up-to-date trail closure information
reviewed by peterjm76 on July 31, 2009
Great trails for all skill levels. Lots of good singletrack for a full day of riding. Probably some of the best trails in the area.
reviewed by steel36 on July 21, 2009
This is just what a trail system should be. Several trails converging and diverging, allowing you to choose your own adventure based on your time allowance and ability. A friendly group is always around and happy to help newbies on the trail.
reviewed by ebm62980 on July 14, 2009
Awesome trail...has a bit of everything. I went for the first time last week and only did about 10 miles which I guess is half of what Chicopee offers. Alot of smooth straightaways and fast turns and very well maintained with maps and plenty of signs along the way.
reviewed by GoldenGoose on May 24, 2009
~25 miles of well maintained single track that includes smoking fast downhill descents, challenging climbs, and a creek crossing thrown in for good measure. Arguably the best in town ride and probably among the top 5 in the entire state. The new loops really added a new dimension to the trails and took this place to a new level.
Similar Trail: Blankets creek Olympic Horse PArk
reviewed by j._r._eaton on March 29, 2009
I feel it's the best system anywhere near Atl. No extreem climbs but this trails 20 miles can put it to you and you still have 10 miles to go. I would give it a 5, but just incase.
Similar Trail: Blankets Creek, Fort Yargo.
reviewed by mtbgreg1 on February 6, 2009
Rode everything Chicopee has to offer, and there is actually a totaly of 21 miles of trails here, if you link everything together. Has a good spattering of everything, and the trails are really well maintained. Almost too well... should have left more rocks and roots in there. But all in all, a sweet trail!
reviewed by Keldog7 on November 8, 2008
Rode Tortoise Trail and Hare Trail today, had a really great time. This was my first trip and the trail is very nicely maintained. Thank you Gainesville SORBA. Can't wait to go back. There is lots of road construction going on at the interstate exit, so when you turn right onto the frontage road, follow it to the first stop light, turn right and then turn left at the next light. That will take you to the Nature Center and bike trails. (the parking area is very clearly marked with signs)
reviewed by mckenzie1975 on November 7, 2008
I just started riding and went on the tortoise trail last weekend. Having never done a trail ride like this before I felt completely comfortable and enjoyed my first round so much that I did it twice. If you are a beginner like me I would suggest trying this trail out. It is fast paced enough to keep you interested and isn't so difficult that you will call it a day after one loop. My only word of caution is to be alert as this trail had quite a few riders on it going in both directions and there was an occassional jogger or two.
Similar Trail: I've not ridden any others....yet :)
reviewed by z1300vg30 on August 2, 2008
Gville Sorba has done some extensive work on these trails here as of lately. Today I rode a loop of WhiteTail, which I think is a beginner? It was short. Then I took the Tortoise loop and Hare Loop, then I took Hare down to the connector where Red Trail starts and rode Red Trail. All of these trails were in great shape.
Similar Trail: Gainesville College, Blankets Creek, Ft. Yargo
reviewed by chris_lyles79 on June 17, 2008
These are incredible trails, some of the be4st in the state. Its nice to be able to ride 15+ miles without having to do the same trail twice like alot of the places around the greater Atlanta area.
Similar Trail: Stonewall
reviewed by cbhale on April 22, 2008
Chicopee is where I first got on a mountain bike and it left quite an impression. Just plain fun twisty single track in parts, some great no-brakes descents, and some tough long climbs. I usually stuck to the outer loop which provides a good workout, but isn't super technical but occasionally ventured onto zig zag to give the lungs a bit more of a challenge. A hearty thanks to SORBA and the folks that maintain Chicopee and to Susie who first brought me there. If you are in the ATL, you've gotta visit Chicopee.
Similar Trail: Blankets Creek
reviewed by setohw on November 4, 2007
First time, and it kept me on my toes most of the way around, although the beginning lulls you into thinking its pretty easy. Zig-zag almost killed me though, but beautiful scenery. Kind of a b**** to find w/ all the construction at the highway exit...
Similar Trail: LJCC in Birmingham
reviewed by Bullitrider on July 16, 2007
Fun trails... I ride the Bullit or the fat possum there. It has fun technical stuff and some nice climbs (I like going down hill better) Great place to get some laps in...
reviewed by mscaldas on May 29, 2007
(First, I want to bring attention to a detour on Frontage Rd. Simply follow the detour sings before getting into the college campus.) Awesome Trails. Loved it all, even after loosing my rear wheel. Well, the wheel was compromised already, but the zig-zag made sure to finish the job. Very long climbs, lots of roots and way technical on some places, but still! Great ride and good exercise. The Zig-zag definitely wore me out trying to do all the climbing thru those roots. And when back to the outer loop, that I though the job was done.... Man what a climb at the end.. pretty tough!
reviewed by Rebus on May 14, 2007
This is an updated review because the changes to Chicopee make this one of the best singletrack trails in the state. The outer loop is a great mix of low grade climbing and excellent fast and sweepy descents. The trail winds through the woods and gives you some technical root riding and switchbacks, and then rewards your efforts with several hundred yards of fast downhill. I had a great time and the new additions and improvements show that the Gainesville SORBA chapter is the best.
Similar Trail: Dauset Natures Trails, Ft Yargo
reviewed by harohomeboy on April 18, 2007
These trails are sweet. The turns are fast, and are designed so that you can carry alot of speed through the corners. The Zig Zag trail is pretty rough. If you ride here in the summer make sure you have plenty of water, and this will be a pretty long, hard ride, so make sure that you have some extra food. This is a great place to ride.
Similar Trail: Big Creek is close.
reviewed by madlion on December 5, 2006
The trail was great last weekend. The parking lot was full but once on the trail we felt like we were the only ones riding. The outer loop was great. Zig-Zag was slow and tough. Awesome set of trails.
reviewed by R3 on September 10, 2006
I've ridden this trail once and it wasn't a good experience. The trail was great, but I wrecked, hit my head really hard and broke my helmet. So I'm looking forward to going back out there. Lots of fun, fast, twisty decents that keep you smiling. A good ride, but just hold on.
reviewed by Rthur2sheds on July 5, 2006
Chicopee is a near-perfect blend of ridability and challenge. The relatively short length also enables the rider to drop in, blow through the course andmove on! OR, go for another loop... When I am motivated, I do the outer loop, then the inner loop... The inner loop, while shorter, is a bit more technical. If you go, don't forget the "Devil's Backbone" trail on the opposite side of the parking area... Chicopee Rocks!
Similar Trail: Ft Yargo State Park
reviewed by brothafats on April 17, 2006
Great singletrack, expecially the outer loop and inner loop. These trails are much more fun in the direction indicated on trail markers (clockwise). Stay away from zig zag unless you're looking for a very slow, curvy trail with TONS of tree roots. Get more info and trail maps at: http://data.gc.peachnet.edu/www/clubs/mtnbike/Cmap.htm
Similar Trail: Yellow River
reviewed by Rebus on March 13, 2006
Rode the Outer Loop. The singletrack is really well maintained and smooth, with just enough roots and climbs and switchbacks to keep you technically involved. The climbs are short and easy enough, except for the FS road climb after the last creek crossing. That part just really didn't fit in with the rest of the trail. There is one deadly set of switchbacks going down around the 4 mile mark that also didn't really seem to fit in with the flow if the rest of the track. One other complaint is the lack of really speedy sections. What I mean is that there's no places where you can get up some good speed without coming to a sharp turn or rooty section that will slow you down. You can have short bursts of speed on some short sweep sections, but there's always a tight switchback just ahead that slows you down. That's my one minor complaint, other than that, it was a fantastic trail and I'll be back.
Similar Trail: Blankets Creek
reviewed by MBnewbie on March 1, 2006
went out today for the first time here. A lot harder than Ft Yargo, but a lot of fun. Trails well marked and easy to find your way. Wouldnt say this is a beginner trail though and if it is I would love to see an advanced trail. Woowee, love this new sport! (New to me anyway.)
reviewed by K2K on August 22, 2005
Great Day of Riding. Did the whole Magilla. Outerloop, Red, Zig Zag. Saw a deer while resting at the ZigZag/Inner Loop Junction. Amazing what a little silence will get you... Missed Devil's Backbone across the street cause lawdy it was Hotttttttt 94 in the shade according to my lil thermometer
reviewed by smennor0310 on August 22, 2005
Lots of fun! Well maintianed, interesting, and diverse enough to provide good riding for all experience levels.
reviewed by jbersch on November 2, 2004
Great set of trails. Outer loop is a great intermediate ride. Zig Zag is tough but worth it. Well marked trails, well maintained. Overall a great place to ride. Yeah, the last uphill IS a killer!
Similar Trail: Yellow River, Blanket's Creek.
