Review: I rode Dry Creek just after it officially opened a few years ago. The trails were wide and bumpy from being freshly cut. I hit overgrown areas that made me want to lay down and die, being the middle of summer. Today I went back about 1.5 years later and it's completely different and more mature. I'd ridden the Snake Creek series through there this year but this was the first time I ventured back onto the rest of the singletrack. I have to say I think it's one of the finest trail systems around. Streams, great flow, reasonable climbing, beautiful foliage (at least in the Spring). Not really technical though Wheat does have enough rocks and streams to keep it interesting and the loose soil does make you think twice about flying around some turns. I have to compare it to FATS because that's the only other place I've felt like I hardly pedaled as much as I did today. And of course you can always bike out of the area on the Pinhoti as much as you want. There are lots of camping areas in the Dry Creek area too. Definitely download a new map from the USFS website before you go but the trails are well marked. My favorite trails were Turkey, Loblolly, Wheat, and Dry Dreek. I gave it a 4 because I didn't get back to the half of the system that was most overgrown last time I went. If those are as clean I'd give the system a 5 for being perfectly designed for it's area. Again, nothing too technical but I will be back for sure!

Similar Trail: FATS, Five Points

Review: As a horse rider at Dry Creek, just saying we're very happy to see other users down at Dry Creek! I know there can always be dangers when meeting horses on trail, but the trade off is having more people out there in the woods in case anything happens to you & more people caring about the condition of the trails which we all love. Please help us be safe when we meet you. (every biker I've met at Dry Creek so far has been awesome, by the way) Here's a couple tips, fwiw: Some horses are calm & quiet, but others are just more high strung or more in touch with their prey nature or they may be young & learning about the woods. (we can't teach them to be quiet in the woods without taking them there) If you see a horse, remember that speaking is a good thing, reassures the horse that you're not a monster (which they're always on the lookout for!). Also it's safer to stop, but standing too still can creep a horse out so some movement is good. Just wave & say "Hi." If the horse knows you're human, that will go a long way to keep it from becoming scared & possibly dumping its rider. If you have a big backpack or other weird gear, it's even harder to convince a horse that you mean well. If the horse seems nervous about you, make sure that it passes you with a wide berth. They can kick out to the side as well as behind them & no one wants you to be kicked! Of course, the rider should have control of their animal, but you never know, sometimes it's the rider who is "green" & doesn't know the safety rules. Be safe around horses! They're very powerful, have strong prey instincts & even well-trained they have a mind of their own. Now if we can just teach all mountain bikers to carry carrots, in no time at all we could have all horses looking HAPPY to see them instead of jumping out of their skin! haha OH, & p.s. never listen to ipod while riding on multi-use trails! We still won't always hear each other coming, but no need to make it harder. SEE YOU OUT THERE!!

Review: I really enjoyed my ride at Dry Creek yesterday. The three trails that we rode were clear, fast, and had a nice flow to them. My only complaint was I wasn't prepared and didn't bring a map. The map posted at the parking lot, as far as I could tell, was outdated. If you are coming from the Rome are, take hwy 27 North to Gore. Turn right on Gore-Subligna road and then right on East Armuchee road. The gravel road that leads to the trailhead will be on the right just before the Walker county line. After you turn onto the gravel road you can easily follow the signs to the parking lot. I will definitely be going back to this trail system.

* Review edited 8/29/2012

Review: FWIW, the trails on the west side of the system (Mt Joy and Dry Creek) were VERY overgrown with thorns and several downed trees on my most recent ride. The rest of the trails I rode were in great condition and very fast other than a few low lying spots that have been lined with gravel to prevent mud.

Review: Great trail. I drove from Atlanta and it was well worth it. Once off 75, its a beautiful drive too. You go right into the mountains. I forgot my trail map though. It would have been even better if I had the map. The map at trailhead board is old and wrong now (as of 4/28), so beware. Definitely bring your own map. Not overly technical, but decent long up hills and really nice downhills with lots of jump spots. Lots of nature to see. squirrels, deer, turkey, a lady popping-a-squat outside her vehicle right on the main gravel road and a couple enjoying the nature intimately...together...very intimately right out in the open just off the trail :) Got to love the country. Quite a few creek crossings, Wide and pretty deep creeks. They are all definitely crossable though. I guess that would largely depend on the amount it rain recently, but they were a lot of fun. As other reviewers have said, it is a multi-use trail, so watch out the horse pies. The Horses also muck up the trail in a lot of places and there's heavy gravel in spots to help with moisture. They both can be a major pain, but hey we aren't roading it out there. If you go to the right spot you can even hit about 2-3 miles of Pinhoti trail. Overall can't wait to go back better prepared.* Review edited 4/30/2012

* Review edited 4/30/2012

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Review: Nice trails with several deep creek crossings. There's some great singletrack, with some doubletrack mixed in.

Review: Good flow to trails , need better trail markings very easy to get misplaced ( never lost ) take a map to avoid getting misplaced. watch out for horse pucks they will slap you in the face if fresh. good ride nothing over the top.

Review: Mostly singletrack with no real sustained climbs or descents. All of the trails that I rode flowed very well. Needs more riding and less leaves to be as enjoyable as it truly could be. Worth the ride if you want to ride intermediate trails all day.

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Review: Machine cut trails that wind through the woods on the west side of John's Mt. Mostly loose over hardpack. Trails are rolling and fun but could stand to be ridden a little more to wear the newness off. Wheat was Sweet!!! Great flow and the creek crossings are refreshing. The majority of the trails are machine cut singletrack but a few use old logging roads for a short sections. Will be back when temps come back to down earth. Please be respectful to the horse riders if you come across any. They had a huge hand in getting this place into existence.* Review edited 7/26/2011

* Review edited 7/27/2011

Similar Trail: Blankets Creek, Pinhoti 1 or 2