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John Bryan State Park Mountain Bike Trail
Yellow Springs, Ohio
MTB TRAIL STATS
Avg Rating:    |
17 trail reviews |
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Status: updated 2/6/12 by oneeyeredeye |
Difficulty:  Beginner |
| Length: 12 miles | Global Rank: #1727 |
| Tread: Singletrack | Configuration: Loop |
| Ridden: 28 | Wishlist: 3 |
| Avg. Speed: 6.56 mph | Avg. Time: 1hr 32min |
 5 trail check-ins |
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Description: Its a pretty simple trail, theres really no elevation changes or tough obstacles besides a few log jums and some small ramps. Theres one creek crossing. There are three loops you can ride with a total of 12.4 miles. There are a lot of tight turns on the longest loop so its hard to gain some good speed.
Description: Its a pretty simple trail, theres really no elevation changes or tough obstacles besides a few log jums and some small ramps. Theres one creek crossing. There are three loops you can ride with a total of 12.4 miles. There are a lot of tight turns on the longest loop so its hard to gain some good speed.
added on January 18, 2007 by 
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TRAIL REVIEWS review this trail
reviewed by oneeyeredeye on October 10, 2011
beginner trail but very fun trail to ride at full speed. bi directional so be alert. flat no hills. trail maintance the best i have ever seen.
reviewed by agent6 on September 2, 2011
This is a relatively flat trail with some interesting obstacles along the way. Very easy to navigate. Riding with a friend I can have the whole system done in no time it seems and ready for a second run.
reviewed by Trail_Jogger on August 10, 2011
Per the map available at the trailhead, the trails, listed from start to finish, are: Kiosk to Powerline=0.1 miles, Powerline=2.1 miles, Abracadabra=2.0 miles, Upper Great Scott=2.0 miles, Lower Great Scott=0.5 miles, Great Scott Loop=2.1 miles, Frankenlight Loop=2.5 miles, Arboretum=1.1 miles, TOTAL=12.4 miles. The Arboretum is not technically part of the trail system, it is the double track fire road that you'll cross when going from one trail to the next and serves as a quick escape route.
Similar Trail: MoMBA
reviewed by Trail_Jogger on August 10, 2011
This is a fun trail system that is very flat - it's more of an obstacle course spread over 12.4 miles and is an excellent place to learn mountainbiking. This is one trail where you really don't need a trail map at all because it flows like a rollercoaster - you start at the trailhead at 39-47.376N and 083-51.618W and eventually end up at 39-47.380N and 083-51.516W, which is just across the parking lot from the trailhead. The beauty of this trail is that there's a double track fire road connecting the trails so you're never more than five minutes from an escape route. Previous reviewers have said it well...I'm just posting coordinates and a photo of the creek crossing. Also, this park has alot to offer so don't miss hiking along Clifton Gorge, going down into the gorge, and hiking both sides of the river.
* Review edited 8/10/2011
Similar Trail: This trail system felt alot like MoMBA at Huffman Metro Park.
reviewed by sweetp on July 11, 2011
A truly beautiful trail and a great ride. If you like to ride hard, this is your trail. There is pretty much nothing to slow you down here except your own abilities and fitness. Very flat, only a couple easy climbs. There is no better trail for introducing someone to the sport. But it is great for the hard core fitness riders too. Frequently closed when wet.
Similar Trail: MOMBA
reviewed by watch4me on October 18, 2010
This place is not very technical. Around 11 miles of trail. Great place to take a beginner. I'm not putting it down though. I love riding here. Flat ground riding 25mph is fun. But also there are places that are so tight my bars barely clear. Also don't take it for granted. I always seem to hit the ground on the easier trails.
reviewed by bikenut1 on August 2, 2010
rode trails 8/1/10. they are in the best shape i have ever seen them. hats off to karen and all who help maintain them, great job!!!! seems like they have improved the flow from abra. to the end. at one point in frankenlight i hit 30MPH!!!just awesome. there are several spots where you can just let er rip now
reviewed by bikenut1 on May 10, 2010
rode trails 5/9/10 they were in the best shape i have ever seen. the crews at john bryan are the best at maintaining the trails!!! they are really dedicated to the trails. new maps are at the trailhead. i clocked the distance of three trails at 11.4 miles
reviewed by bikenut1 on April 5, 2010
the people at omba had their work cut out for them . there was so much clean up to do after winter, but they kicked its b*** great job!!! trails are in great shape. frankenloop is still closed with big tree down.should be open by end of week 4/12/10
Similar Trail: easiest trails in dayton oh. area
reviewed by bikenut1 on January 18, 2010
three sets of trails totaling 12.5 miles. very easy trails. fun if ride it at full speed. flat with no climbs. worth riding again.* Review edited 1/28/2010
* Review edited 4/5/2010
reviewed by iameclectic on October 18, 2009
No one has updated this trial in awhile. It is really between 9-10 miles if you ride the newly added 2.5 miles. Good ride with some decent a-frames and log overs. Dries rather quickly after rains making it more accessable than poorly drained trails. Pine needles in the fall can make for some slick areas around corners.
Similar Trail: Huffman - but even easier.
reviewed by Jonismbking on April 25, 2009
Well kept trail. Definately a beginners paradise. You will find no difficult climbs or serious downhills here. Fun for a casual after work ride. I enjoyed this trail.
Similar Trail: Momba @ Huffman Metropark
reviewed by EpicBiker on April 26, 2008
I have read a lot of reviews saying there is nothing challenging about this trail and thought I would set the record strait. If you are up to accept a challenge, this trail can offer it to you. There is a short stunt loop that is fun to just ride around with balancing beams, jumps, and other such fun tricks. When you get bored with that, go on the powerline trail following the stunt loop; it is known for its tight turns and squeezes between trees. Also, throughout the other trails, there are more, higher jumps to be found, all with bail trails for the less gutsy bikers. Not to scare any beginners away either; this is an excellent beginner trail because all the stunts are optional. Great maintained single track for everyone, none the less. Also some of the best signage of all the trails I have been on. It is a bit short, though, but still worth it enough that I have to give it a 5 star rating for a very well made trail.
reviewed by RacerXRider on March 12, 2008
There are 8.5 miles spread over 3 trails that are all connected. There are trail maps at the trailhead and its easy to follow the arrows at intersections for the recommended direction to do a full loop. Its fairly flat terrain with some interesting features like ramps, bridges, log overs and a skills park. Its a great place for first timers and kids because you arent everfar from the road and its easy to get back to the trailhead. These are some of the best maintained trails in the area. Alot of the twisty stuff has been changed over the winter to improve flow so that these are fun trails for beginners and a challenge to experienced riders when ridden faster. Want a great workout? Hit these for a couple of laps in the evening. The trails are multi-purpose so runners can use them, too. And, if its too wet to ride, a paved bike path is nearby. Trails are open to night riding as long as you ride with a buddy and a cell phone.
reviewed by skibum on October 7, 2007
This area is a highly successful example of local riders working with the park service. The trail designers did a great job of putting maximum mileage in minimum area. The only drawback is that the trail is so twisty, there's not much opportunity for speed. There's nothing aerobically challenging and the only technical challenge will be the many very tight turns. There's a couple ramps with cheater lines around them for the timid. The dense woods help keep you cool on a hot day. I rode here dozens of times and saw deer nearly every time.
* Review edited 2/16/2008
Similar Trail: Ceasar Creek
reviewed by tumbleweed14 on July 13, 2007
Some well maintained singltrack. Nothing challenging on the trail. The turns can be tight at high speed, but flow is compromised. Some time trials here, check them out. Good group of people that ride in the area. Great trail for beginners.
