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on 4/4/13 by BeefyBoy
 
  
Avg Rating: 30 trail reviews
Difficulty: Advanced bike trail - Advanced
Length: 25 miles Global Rank: #60
Tread: Singletrack Configuration: Loop
Ridden: 93 Wishlist: 46
6 trail check-ins Climb // Descend
+1,300 // -800 feet
Average Speed: 8.3 mph Average Time: 1hr 19min
 
 
 
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Description
There are four different trails, all of which are very well marked and maintained. Red (Expert), Green & Yellow (Intermediate), and Blue (Beginner).

added by DDDonny Bunny Hop on October 1, 2005

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Guest on April 25, 2013
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Review: Love this trail! Not a mountain, but it feels like it, especially a the Roller Coaster area.

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marc_laker on April 21, 2013
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Review: This trail drains very well, probably due to the sandy soil. It rained quite a bit the day before we rode and the trail was dry and fast.

Similar Trail: Westwood Park in New Castle, IN

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mxtrails on November 19, 2012
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Review: This can be a very fast and flowy trail with some energy! If you don't think it's technical, you're not riding fast enough! We rode the Red loop on 6" travel all mountain bikes and had an absolute blast. Lots of rollers to pump, switch backs, berms, and jumps. It's 3 hours from me, but I'd definitely make the trip again.

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irishpitbull on September 21, 2012
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Review: Not bad for Michigan. But I wish they would have left the hard climbs in place, having no notable climbs kinda defeats the purpose of MTB.

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frohmund on September 21, 2012
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Review: Very good trail system. Worth the drive from Chicago. Rode this trail a couple of times, one was an Xterra triathlon.

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trail_rider_for_life on September 8, 2012
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Review: Had an awesome time, again!!! Be sure to check out Custer Cyclery when you''ve finished your ride. Great shop with very helpful people!

Similar Trail: Brown County in Nashville, Indiana.

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cklinerun on August 18, 2012
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Review: This trail is my heaven when it comes to biking locally after school or work. It has just about everything Southwest Michigan has to offer while giving you some fun and challenges. The red trail is among the best having the most obstacles and jumps out of the all the trails. The green trail is mean in the beginning and mellows out towards the middle and end. The blue is a unique trail that offers access to everyone in the park. Though the blue trail may be fast, horses still share it causing terrible hills of sand and crumbled rock. Otherwise, it is something for everyone to try.

Similar Trail: Yankee Springs

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stumpyfsr on June 17, 2012
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Review: Absolutely fantastic trail! Well worth of driving from Chicago. There's $8 fee for out-of-state vehicles. Trail is dynamic and fast, with great scenery. There's something for everyone: some climbing, downhill, tree logs, switchbacks. Also sandy parts, especially in bermed curves, will check your handling skills. Be ready for unexpected climbs and drops. They've separated biking and equestrian trails now which is good. I rode Red, Blue and Green trails with total of 15.5 miles and wanted another loop. Will ride it again for sure.

Similar Trail: Levis Mounds but without that much climbing

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caddie45 on April 13, 2012
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Review: Great trails alot of fun.Only downside is some sand on uphills

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chadshipley on April 5, 2012
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Review: It was the first time my boys and I have ridden at the fort. Hands down one of my favorite trails to date. We went on the red trail first and then the green. After riding the red, we almost turned around and did it again. Thankfully a rider from the area told us to give the green trail a try. It was just as fun as the red. We all felt the same, so be sure to hit both. Fort Custer is a must ride!

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treky92 on April 4, 2012
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Review: This was a great trail that has some real variety. If you are in the area or within an hour or two it would be well worth your time.

Similar Trail: Potawonami, Brown County

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jeff-pedals on November 20, 2011
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Review: I liked this trail for the most part, though My group & I found the route color markings a little confusing in some spots as i remember one post seeming to have every colored arrow pointing the same way & also different ways at the same time...beings we are all pretty much beginer mtb'ers we took one look at a red section because we were curious & we quickly remembered that we were still beginers...I think we would all return to try it again but none of us were very excited about the sandy sections which there seemed to be alot of (or the horses) The sandy areas re-affirmed my opinion that I dont miss being clipped in on mtb.

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scmilam1 on October 29, 2011
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Review: The trail has been much improved over the last 2 months. They have done alot of maintenance to fix the eroded portions of both the red and green trails (others don't need fixing). In August it was getting pretty poor but now it is in the best condition that it has been in for a long time. Also, they have partially separated the red trail from the horses. If my memory serves correctly, there are four re-routes. Overall, it improves the trail by adding interest in several areas.

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jkrout on October 28, 2011
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Review: Awesome trail! I rode the red loop and it was great from start to finish. There is literally a little bit of everything (climbs, jumps, downhill, switchbacks, rocks/roots, and flats). No matter what type of riding you like you will enjoy this trail. My favorite part of the trail was "table top chute" which was a fast downhill with some slight drops. The whole trail was great though. Excellent markings and trail maintenance make this a great place to ride. Looking forward to riding here again!

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mtn417 on October 9, 2011
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Review: I agree with most posters. These trails are fun with tons of flow. The red loop is the best, 100% singletrack of the intermediate variety. Green loop is great as well but does include about 1 mile of forest jeep road to access the actual singletrack. Combine for a nice 16mile ride. You can fly on these trails as we are in SW michigan and there is zero climbing. Just how mountain biking is suppose to be! Its 8 bucks if ur a out of state vistor and like 29 for a pass for the year.

Similar Trail: al sabo, potawatomi

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HiFi1981 on September 25, 2011
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Review: These trails are a lot of fun. Nothing too crazy, but plenty of flow. There are a few moments that are technical but those are limited. I saw a dude on a 10 speed with NO suspension ripping through the trails, that would be a challenge.

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lukefrogger on July 19, 2011
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Review: I've been biking for for around 3 months now and I loved this trail system. I wouldn't say there was anything just too challenging in it though. It has a good flow and is well marked and maintained. A few of the climbs will sneak up on you but on the second ride through, they were conquered.

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bcmountainbiker on February 14, 2011
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Review: this trail is my home trail, i've been riding it consistantly for the past year or so and still haven't got bored of it. plenty of variety for all levels of riders.

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cynergy68 on October 8, 2010
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Review: Great fall day to ride. There is some sand that will come into play at bottom of hills and sometimes when banking turns. There is a lot of variety of things to encounter on the trail. It keeps you on your toes. This review is only for the red since I haven't rode the other sections in 9+ years. There are a couple areas where it's not marked well. My friend and I ran into other riders that were actually going the right way. We had to back track to find the trail section we missed. Other than that section everything else is laid out well. The trail is shared with hikers and horses.

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cklinerun on August 14, 2010
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Review: Really liked this trail since the first time I rode it 4 years ago. Excellent for bikers starting out and working their way up. For great fun, "Granny's Garden" and "Roller Coaster" are some of the "must do" trails. Trails are very well maintained and are always full of new surprises with each ride. Great trails for riders of all ages. Cons: Does allow horses to ride in the trails. Be aware of any at the time of riding.

* Review edited 8/14/2010

Similar Trail: Yankee Springs

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PaulMiller on July 12, 2010
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Review: Great trail system something for everyone. Camping at site is a plus. Alot of cool features trenches etc.

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MINIC on April 21, 2010
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Review: 3 trails (red,Green,yellow listed more difficult to easiest) Thee is also a beginner blue trail. There is something here for everyone! Located inside F.Custer state park $24 annual, 6 daily for resident it well worth the visit here. Stay at the campground for the weekend and have a ball. The red trail is my fav with a bit of everything. Switchbacks, few moderate climbs, log piles...This trail is lots of fun as is the Green too just not as long. When finished take a short drive to Battle Creek and stop in at Arcadia Brewing or Head to K-zoo and stop at Bells Brewing

* Review edited 4/21/2010

Similar Trail: Yankee Spring and its only about 30 min drive from here! My rating for Fort Custer would be More difficult for the Red or Green trail

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scmilam1 on March 6, 2010
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Review: Great ride for everyone. The red loop is easily the most fun. My older daughter (a very aggressive 12 yo) and I ride the whole red loop. My wife and younger daughter join us for most of the red loop but skip the harder sections such as Granny's Garden. For most of the trail the whole family can join because most obstacles can be ridden around by younger or less experienced riders. This means that both younger or inexperienced riders and advanced riders can enjoy the same loop. This is easily the best ride in the area.

* Review edited 3/6/2010

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singletrakkiller on July 20, 2009
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Review: i ride this trail every week and its the best well keep trails ive ever ridden

Similar Trail: Yankee springs

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mtbboy45 on April 24, 2009
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Review: this trail has it all great ride

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Bigdave08 on March 25, 2009
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Review: Awesome trail! My most favorite around. Very well maintained trails. The "Trenches", "Rocks n' Roots", and "Grannies Garden" have to be my most favorite sections. Awesome ride for beginners and experts. Happy riding!

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shoxroxice on April 1, 2008
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Review: My favorite place to go so far. Great trails, nice variety. Beginners and experts can enjoy. Customizable loops.

Similar Trail: Burchfield, Stony Creek

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tim_Mcmillan on September 26, 2007
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Review: This is one of the best maintained trails and well marked trails that I have seen in Mi. I rode the Red loop which was an 8 mile loop, and is rated the most difficult. I had a blast riding this loop. Granny's Garden, the Amusement Park, and Cardiac HIll are just a few of the fun names that are printed on the trail map that I recieved @ the DNR booth at the park gate. Excellent trail, I would recommend giving it a try.

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JaySeaAre on November 17, 2006
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Review: Fort Custer has 3 great loops and one OK loop. The trails are well maintained and the signs are great. The red and green loops get the most usage. Red has 3 memorable, but manageable, climbs and fun Army training trenches to ride through as well as a good mix of XC and technical sections. The green has two track, tight singletrack, a few switchback climbs and log crossings. All managable by an intermediate rider with good lungs. The yellow is a great beginner's trail. If it has been dry for a while, there may be some sandy spots. The blue trail, which starts at a different trailhead, is the 4th choice for most riders. The South West Chapter of MMBA does a good job working on these trails. Trails are open to horseback riding, hiking, dog sled training and hunting.

Similar Trail: Yankee Springs, Poto.

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togaaaron on September 6, 2006
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Review: this is one of my favorite trails, I miss it! anyone who live anywhere near it would be foolish to pass it up there is something for everyone

Similar Trail: egypt valley

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