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Dupont State Forest Mountain Bike Trail
Brevard, North Carolina
MTB TRAIL STATS
Avg Rating:   |
32 trail reviews |
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Status: updated 7/3/11 by jaybird57 |
Difficulty:  Intermediate |
| Length: 7 miles | Global Rank: #146 |
| Tread: Singletrack | Configuration: Loop |
| Ridden: 232 | Wishlist: 144 |
| Avg. Speed: 5.08 mph | Avg. Time: 2hr 40min |
| Elevation Gain/Loss: +7,324/-6,222 ft (based on partial GPS data) | IMBA Epic Trail |
Mountain Bike Trails in the Dupont State Forest Trail System
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Description: Ride across the road to the yellow gate marked Corn Mill Shoals Rd. Go through the gate and take the second trail on the left. This is a steep climb and comes out on some slick rock openings. Follow the painted arrows on the rock and follow the trail to the top of the mountain, then back down on the slickrock. After emerging at the power lines, take a hard right down the hill towards the dirt road (effectively a 180 degree turn). Turn right onto this dirt road and follow it down to Bridal Veil Trail. Take a right onto this trail and follow it to Corn Mill Shoals Road. Turn left. Next turn right at Little River trail. This trail will go up for a while and becomes Burnt Mountain trail. Continue up the hill. After reaching the top of this mountain, there is an insanely steep downhill that leads back to Corn Mill Shoals road. Go left and you will be back at the yellow gate from the beginning. Overall, about a 7 or 8 mile loop. There are several loops here so get a map and check out some of the other stuff. Its easy to get lost out here so bring these directions or a map. Lots of slickrock riding - I've been told this is what Moab is like. These trails are fun because they are different but they are also pretty tough and muddy after it rains.
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TRAIL REVIEWS review this trail
reviewed by jhato160 on September 28, 2011
This trail is sick. Mostly mountain bike around Georgia so this is the first trail I have been on that I would consider very difficult. The climbs are brutal and the downhill's require diapers. Really cool small river that you can cross. My buddies and I rode Dupont to get warmed up for an epic ride in Pisgah.
Similar Trail: None that I have ridden up to this point.
reviewed by darrinw2001 on September 2, 2011
We were only able to ride about 8 trails here, but all were awesome! lots of different riding including fast downhills, long climbs, rocks, some roots, creek crossings, slick rock, you name it it has it! Make sure you do get a map for sure.. we bought one from a rider who was leaving for twice the retail price and were glad we did.. We will be back and ride for a few days next time for sure! W/ over 80 miles of everything you could want, 1 day is not enough!
Similar Trail: nothing I have ridden is similar, this place is awesome
reviewed by Casey_Anderson on September 2, 2011
Lots of different options -- miles and miles of interconnected trails, amazing scenery (including several waterfalls) and excellent variety (some trails have steep grades and lots of rocks, others are gradual climbs on smooth surfaces, a few have amazing slickrock, etc.) The only downside is that most of the dozens of trails are pretty short, and it is easy to get confused about which trail you are on even if you are following the trail map closely. It would be a mistake to ride here without the map -- you could get very lost very easily, and while you would not be stuck in the backcountry, you will waste a lot of time and energy trying to figure out where you are where you want to go.
reviewed by mtbgreg1 on July 22, 2011
In my opinion, this is one of the best mountain bike trail systems in North Carolina, the Southeast, and could rank well with most of the trails I've ridden in the rocky mountains! If any system is worthy of the title "Epic Ride," this is it! I wrote about this trail in the article "My Top Five: The Best Mountain Bike Trails in Western North Carolina" for the Singletracks.com blog: http://www.singletracks.com/blog/mtb-trails/my-top-five-the-best-mountain-bike-trails-in-western-north-carolina/ Here is what I had to say: "Putting “Dupont State Forest” in first place is a little bit of a cheap shot, as there are over 80 miles of trails available in the forest. The various trails contain steep slickrock, flowy singletrack in the trees, scenic waterfalls, jumps, rocky technical sections, steep climbs, rhododendron tunnels, and more. I have not explored every single one of the trails yet, but so far the trail combination that includes the most slickrock is easily my favorite. In fact, it may be one of the best trails I’ve ever ridden… ever. This East Coast slickrock experience is not to be missed!"
reviewed by GoldenGoose on March 2, 2011
As stated before, there is truly something for everyone in this trail system. Beginner to advanced, SS rigid rider to full geared FS, you will find something out here that you like. The problem, albeit a small one compared to the issues at other trails, is that you have to figure out where the good ones are and the layout of this place makes that no simple task. You can either make multiple trips to explore, meet up with someone who knows the area already, or download someone else's GPS track and hope that they like the same stuff you do. As great as the riding is, it can also be just as confusing to find "the good stuff" if it's your first time there. A lot of "trails" are more like jeep roads and it would have been nice to skip these. For the most part, I've found that the true singletrack techy trails are mainly found on the western half of the park. There are certainly some good rides to be found in the eastern half but if I only had one day to ride, as I did today, I would focus on the western trails. The evidence points to the horse people riding more frequently on the eastern trails as well.
Similar Trail: Bull/Jake Mountain, Pinhoti
reviewed by Gronckle on October 2, 2010
Fantastic! Superb slickrock climbs and descents, great views, and great variety of trails. Cruise along gentle jeep trails or singletrack, take some crazy legburning climbs or take some crazy hard technical downhills. Some of the toughest, but most fun trails ive been on, and I only scratched the surface, I will definitely return as soon as humanly possible. Keep an eye out- some sections are smooth sailing, but some sections are knock-your-teeth-out double diamond difficult if you aren't careful.
Similar Trail: Bent Creek
reviewed by FishBoy87 on September 22, 2010
Powerline climb is a leg crusher! Fun slick rock downhills and great opportunities for awesome pictures
reviewed by sturides on June 21, 2010
Enjoyed a Fathers Day ride from Corn Mill Shoals parking up to Cedar Rock and then Burnt Mtn trail. Great trail conditions made for a screamin fast decent of Burnt Mtn. Many thanks to Friends of Dupont and the local SORBA clubs.
Similar Trail: Reasonover Creek Trail
reviewed by jaybird57 on May 21, 2010
Nice climbs, fast descents, sweet singletrack, slickrock, waterfalls, mountain vistas... what more could you ask for? Dupont Rocks \m/
reviewed by Brandon_Hasson on April 19, 2010
Incredible! Only had about 2 hours to ride with several guys. I must say that the downhills are intense and a pure adrenaline rush. Great berms on the decents help you keep it on the trail. The climbs will kick your tail, but the decents are worth the pain! We rode Lake Imaging Rd, Locust, Issac Heath, Buck Forest Rd, White Pine, Hooker Creek, then the grand finale...Ridgeline Trail. Ridgeline was AWESOME!!! Haven't experience such a rush on a bike...ever! Signage was great at Dupont. Using the map can be a bit confusing at first, but you get adjusted. This is by far the best trail that I've ridden in NC thus far. I'm definitely going back for more MTB...and hiking because there are like 5 waterfalls in Dupont. * Review edited 7/5/2010
* Review edited 10/8/2010
Similar Trail: None to compare...league of its own!
reviewed by sturides on April 7, 2010
Started riding this area last year. What a great selection of trails. Rode it this winter - on snow and ice - made for some interesting riding and serious bruises.
reviewed by Larry_Tamburro on October 16, 2009
Second time on the trail, still probably my favorite ride so far. Great scenery,some tough climbs and great downhills. Bridal Veil Falls is a worthwhile sidetrip to the recommended route. I'll be back next year
Similar Trail: no real comparisons
reviewed by mtnspectre on June 21, 2009
This place was a blast! Went by myself and wound up riding with a few other guys there. Tons of trails to ride and a creek crossing that is challenging. All the ups are rewarded with some nice downs.
reviewed by AaronofKent on January 9, 2009
This place is brilliant! Some of the trails are worn beach-smooth, you'll find yourself rock-hopping across the summit. A nice map is posted here: http://arhampton.110mb.com/files/Dupont_Map.pdf
reviewed by JDW on November 9, 2008
Rode DuPont for first time this weekend. Tried "Epic" route shown on DuPont's website. A lot of sandy and rock littered trails which makes climbing fairly difficult to virtually unclimbable (like Grassy Creek Trail and Joanna Trail to Pinnacle Mtn Rd). Reasonover Creek Trail, Mine Mountain Trail, Laurel Ridge Trail, Shoals Trail and Burnt Mtn Trail are all fun; Cedar Rock Trail is a lung buster; Bridal Veil Falls are beautiful. One of the best downhill singletracks is Ridgeline Trail when ridden from Hickory Mtn Trail to Lake Imaging Rd. Avoid Hooker Creek Trail (soft deep sand and rocks with killer climbs both directions). I'm amped to go back and ride the other trails we missed!
* Review edited 11/10/2008
reviewed by dawgys on October 30, 2008
Slick rock, Rocks!!!! Great trail, fun and fluid....I almost rode it over again, but the wife wanted to leave....Still a great ride and an AMAZING view from the top. Some good uphills, but nothing to bust a lung over...Well worth exploring the "D" Forest. Loved it
Similar Trail: Not quite like Moab slick rock but close enough for the east coast!
reviewed by aabiking on September 23, 2008
I finally got to ride DuPont and what a great time it was! I only got to ride the south end of the park which is the most popular from what I hear. The trails are moderate to dificult with a mixture of smooth flowing machine cut trails to rocky, twisty turning trails, to solid granite. There are tricky creek crossings that I watched others ride before I attempted and I made it fine. For riders looking for a three day adventure your can get it here and if you wanted to mix in some knarly single track then Pisgah is just a 30 minute drive. This is a great mountain bike destination and I would recomend it to anyone that is looking for a new place to ride.
reviewed by jakegeorge823 on August 13, 2008
Dupont has some of the best trails that I have ridden in my short MTB career. There are several phenomenal downhills including the Airstrip Trail (fast and tight), Cedar Mt. Trail (slickrock, very technical) and Burnt Mt. Trail (a little of both). Combined with the majestic scenery, Dupont is hands down my favorite MTB destination. Pick up a map, follow a trail, and cool off in one of the many waterfalls found in this park. You will not be disappointed.
reviewed by gcarlson on June 17, 2008
If you can make it to the top gorgeous views await. The climbs are knarly and the descents are wicked fun
reviewed by sideshow75 on January 26, 2008
What can I saw about this system...I am moving to Asheville to be closer to it!!! Spend a weekend there and you may ride one third of the trails available in this amazing area. Beautiful scenery, great variety, and fantastically maintained trails are what makes this area one of the must rides in the southeast. Worth the trip reguardless of the distance.
* Review edited 1/26/2008
reviewed by weswhittle on January 22, 2008
Dupont forest has more than 10,000 acres of forest, trails, and waterfalls with 90+ marked and mapped fire roads and singletrack. Only about 5 miles are on the granite"slickrock". check out http://www.dupontforest.com/ for details. Check out Stone Mountain and rocky ridge trail for technical rocky downhills. Burnt Mtn trail off of Corn Mill Shoals has recently been re-done. It now has jumps and rollers similar to a BMX track in one area, but the gnarly downhill is still there. Its a mix, smooth or technical singletrack, solid rock or loamy forest paths crossing mtn streams, even smooth gravel forest roads for beginners. Get a map ( http://www.dupontforest.com/images/2007FODFMapFront.jpg ), go explore!
reviewed by gatorback on October 7, 2007
This is a great place to go spend hours riding and exploring. Fill a Camelback and take a lunch. Definitely buy a map of the forest before you go. Riding the "eastern slickrock" is a must. I rode for 2.5 hours at DuPont by myself on a weekday and had a blast. When I go back I'll take more water and a lunch and spend 4 or more hours out there.
reviewed by Crash929 on September 18, 2007
Great series of trails in NC be sure to stop and take int the scenery, High Falls is absolutely stunning
Similar Trail: If in NC Tsali
reviewed by trek7k on September 10, 2007
Please stay on the marked trails at Dupont. The granite here hosts a pretty unique habitat for many moss and plant species and careless riding can do alot of damage. Ride responsibly, keep trails open for future riders!
Similar Trail: Georgia International Horse Park in Conyers, GA.
reviewed by bclark on August 6, 2007
Wow!!! a little bit of everything on this trail. Tough climbs, sweet single track, little bit of down hill, creek crossings, great views. One local told me there was 80 miles of trails here. I found it helpfull to ask people about what trails not to miss and what direction to take them because going the wrong way on some of these can quickly turn a fun downhill section into a very tough climb. A map is a must http://www.dupontforest.com/maps.asp or you can pick one up at many of the local stores.
Similar Trail: Tsali
reviewed by ositoking on May 7, 2007
This is definitely the best in the area. Great climbs on rocks. Awesome view from the top! Awesome fast downhill, too. There are technical sections, aswell.
reviewed by richardsons106 on January 21, 2007
I can't even count (or remember) how many different trails (and which ones) I have ridden in Dupont. They're all awesome. The trails offer something for every stage of rider, from beginner to expert. Love the views, but more-so the trails!
Similar Trail: Pisgah Forest, Brevard
reviewed by k2pooh on January 15, 2007
We rode for almost 3 hours on 12/6/6 and hardly even made a dent in this expansive system. But we did manage to see 3 out of the 4 waterfalls though. Didnít have a chance to make it to slick rock L, but our day went just fine without it. Found some great trails that lead to awesome downhills. Thereís lots of people, dog and horse traffic out there so you have to ride a bit more cautiously. The system is set up that you ride fire roads and the single tracks shoot off of that to another fire road. Map is a little difficult to read, but the trails are marked well. Well worth it. Looking forward to do more exploring.
Similar Trail: Tanasi, Tenn.
reviewed by mountainzen on March 21, 2006
One of my all-time favorite rides. The climb up Cedar Hill Knob (got that right?) Is BRUTAL and BEAUTIFUL.
reviewed by EZ-E on July 11, 2005
Corn Mill Shoals Trailhead - Sweet technical trails! Just about every trail down the slick rock is super fast!! Your brakes will get a workout...watch out for the natural dips and potholes on the rock trails - some could be endo city. Several spots on the slickrock where there are trees there are lots of roots which can make a climb difficult. But there are plenty of spots throughout the network to catch air. Signage and trail blazes could be better down on the trails in the woods, there are only the park trail signs and the MTB blazes are unclear to non-existent. The trails down in the woods can be sandy and muddy. You can cross the river to other DuPont trails under Bridal Veil Falls. You need to do a couple of trips out here to get oriented.
reviewed by blando62 on September 14, 2004
DuPont is a great place to ride, for people of all ages and abilities. There is so much to ride and nothing ever gets old!!! I personally recomend Burnt Mtn and the new (and improved) Corn Mill Shoals trail (all of it). Burnt Mtn. loops off of CMS and you can create endless loops off of this trail itself.
Similar Trail: In DuPont - Mine Mtn. In Pisgan - Black Mtn to Avery's Creek
reviewed by reh on April 9, 2004
Wonderful views. Great system. Hard, easy and in between
Similar Trail: Bent Creek
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