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Issaqueena Lake Mountain Bike Trail
Clemson, South Carolina
MTB TRAIL STATS
Avg Rating:   |
8 trail reviews |
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Status: updated 7/15/10 by jrexsimmons |
Difficulty:  Intermediate |
| Length: 7 miles | Global Rank: #691 |
| Tread: Singletrack | Configuration: Out & Back |
| Ridden: 83 | Wishlist: 32 |
| Avg. Speed: 5.33 mph | Avg. Time: 1hr 30min |
| Elevation Gain/Loss: +4,149/-4,144 ft |
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Description: This is one of the fastest best trails I have ever ridden. Although I didn't get to check out all the trails in the area, the main trail is very flat, very smooth and follows a ridge for several miles. This trail is very fast and is not technical at all. Just a fast, fun ride. Very Tsali-esque.
added in 2003 by guest
Description: This is one of the fastest best trails I have ever ridden. Although I didn't get to check out all the trails in the area, the main trail is very flat, very smooth and follows a ridge for several miles. This trail is very fast and is not technical at all. Just a fast, fun ride. Very Tsali-esque.
added in 2003 by guest 
TRAIL REVIEWS review this trail
reviewed by jhato160 on January 3, 2012
I have ridden this trail several times and it is a good trail. Very intermediate. They desperately need to mark it better as I have heard there is a lot of riding back there but there are a lot of turns for horse trails, firetrails, etc. Also, they really need to mark the downhill course. It is the hidden gem of this trail, apparently.
Similar Trail: Dauset
reviewed by jhbrown on July 28, 2011
The lake loop is somewhat challenging due to the amount of rocks and roots exposed by the spring rains, and the narrowness of the trail along the lake. We jumped off the trail at the dam and onto the main fire road for another hour of decent climbs and descents, with a cooling-off dip in the lake half-way. If you know where to go, there are multiple options to ride and create any level of riding you want. Better trail marking would help those who dont know the area.
reviewed by Dahamp2003 on April 17, 2011
Trail was pretty awesome. Like they said, it has some pretty fast downhill sections and a few technical little parts, but for the most part its just a nice ride. The trails aren't marked very well at all though. *EDIT Just went on the downhill/freeride part yesterday, and let me tell you. It is NUTS. Most fun I have ever had. There are jumps, a huge wall at least 20 feet high you can ride on, huge 5 foot berms, a little dirt jump/flow park kinda thing. There are a lot of manmade obstacles out there. If you need directions go to clemsonfreeriders.com and click directions. It was the only way I could find it.
* Review edited 11/6/2011
reviewed by jrexsimmons on June 3, 2010
Went in 2nd entrance past gas station on left. Entered the trail head and was suprised at the up and downs and sizable root ledges. Trail report states flat.. Not where I rode. Fun trails with some short downhill that ends at a pavillion. Pleasently surprised. Day 2 Went in lower entrance, after 12 mile bridge, entrance 1/2 mile on left. Wonderful singletrack
* Review edited 7/15/2010
Similar Trail: Blankett Creek in Woodstock GA.
reviewed by jaedsmith on April 1, 2009
All in all a great grouping of trails. Great scenery, especially along the lake. Pretty quick downhill sections. Great afternoon ride or can make a day of it with a picnic area at the parking lot.
Similar Trail: Kanuga at Paris Mtn., S.C.
reviewed by usa_road_cyclist on January 15, 2007
Awesome trail to ride, i love riding on the trails because of the great scenery and wildlife. if your a beginer and want a chalange thats not too hard or if your advanced and want to go fast then this is the trail for you. great for everyone.
Similar Trail: There are tons of them in Issaqueena you will just have to try them all.
reviewed by GiantSD on December 24, 2006
all and all pretty good trail. i've been riding it for over a year or so (local trail) and am always finding new trails. lot of speed single track lot's of roots good technique in certain places.
reviewed by srdave1492 on February 26, 2006
I rode this network of trails today and was blown away! In a 2 hour ride I hit some outstanding singletrack, some sick climbing and some super fast trails. This is one of the best trails in SC!
