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Level: Intermediate
Length: 3 mi (4.8 km)
Surface: Singletrack
Configuration: Loop
Elevation: +287/ -204 ft
Total: 112 riders
 

Mountain Biking Ira B Melton

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#2,509 in the world

IRA is meant to be ridden in a counter-clockwise direction. There are two rock gardens and a few tricky sections right away, but then it levels out. Once you get near the creek, there is a crossing that leaves IRA and heads into Waterworks/Mason Mill. For the real thrill seeker, there is a section called the highground that can be accessed from IRA near the RR bridge. You will need to cross the creek and get under the trestle, where you will see a switchback going up and away from the trestle. This section has some serious drops, jumps, and climbs. Do not go in there if you are not familiar with extreme trails.

First added by Gike on Nov 25, 2010. Last updated May 2, 2020. → add an update
Before you go
  • Drinking water: unknown
  • Lift service: unknown
  • Night riding: yes
  • Pump track: unknown
  • Restrooms: unknown
  • Fat bike grooming: unknown
  • E-bikes allowed: unknown
  • Fee required: unknown
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Getting there
Ira B Melton Park is on Desmond Dr, near Emory University and the VA Hospital,
off Clairemont Ave (Hiway 155/23). There is only one entrance to the trails, just
past Park Dr on Desmond. If you drive, you need to park on Park Dr., not
Desmond


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Rider questions

Q: Are dogs allowed to be off-leash on these trails?
A: Technically... no. But a lot of people do walk dogs off leash on these trails.

Q: Parking
A: There is limited on-street parking. However, you can park at Medlock Park and ride the path into Mason Mill and cross the creek from there. This is actually a great option because you can ride a lot more when combined with the trails in Mason Mill. https://goo.gl/maps/Y7djBmtVGg62