Review: This is not a normal MTB trail. I guess that's why I'm only the third person to review it. But I live in the local area and there's only so many times that you can ride Hall Ranch, eh? Did a lot of hike-a-bike. I'm a 49 year old that's relatively new to the sport. I cleared a lot of technical sections - probably due to my bike and not me (Trek Superfly). Lots of shade, creek crossings and tons of rocks and roots. But there was quite a bit of smooth singletrack. Beautiful forest scenery and the temperature was a little cooler than the front range and even Lyons to the east. Bring plenty of water and be prepared to dismount quite a bit. Still, it was a very rewarding ride and the homesteads were cool.

Similar Trail: Heil Valley (also rocky but not quite as scenic).

Review: Nice trail on the downhill. I'll definitely bring flats and shoes (plus armor) next time around. It's all ridable downhill, but you'd have to be an animal to ride this one uphill. The trail extends beyond the stated length. It's 10.5 miles to hit all(?) the homesteads.

Similar Trail: Crosier Mountain

Review: Technical ride, but fun. Did a lot of hike-a-bike on the way up on the real rocky sections and the step-ups, plus the baby-head field. Made me feel like amateur. The way down was a lot of fun though