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Marsh Creek Park Mountain Bike Trail
Eagle, Pennsylvania
MTB TRAIL STATS
Avg Rating:   |
7 trail reviews |
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Status: updated 4/1/12 by AlexCuse |
Difficulty:  Intermediate |
| Length: 12 miles | Global Rank: #475 |
| Tread: Doubletrack | Configuration: Network |
| Ridden: 14 | Wishlist: 9 |
| Avg. Speed: 3.9 mph | Avg. Time: 2hr 0min |
| Elevation Gain/Loss: +944/-927 ft (based on partial GPS data) |
Directions
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Description: The trails that begin behind the restrooms are narrow at first, but widen out to doubletrack for most of the ride. Good amount of rocky descents and ascents that all are connected by rail-trail that hugs the Brandywine Creek. Network of trails allows for rides for all skill levels. Trails that are reached by following the paved road begin at the dam. Fun singletrack on this side of the park with lots of rock strewn and rooty climbs. Bunch of fun log sections to ride with a few creek crossings. Trails on this side of the park are better suited for riders beyond beginner skill level.
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Description: The trails that begin behind the restrooms are narrow at first, but widen out to doubletrack for most of the ride. Good amount of rocky descents and ascents that all are connected by rail-trail that hugs the Brandywine Creek. Network of trails allows for rides for all skill levels. Trails that are reached by following the paved road begin at the dam. Fun singletrack on this side of the park with lots of rock strewn and rooty climbs. Bunch of fun log sections to ride with a few creek crossings. Trails on this side of the park are better suited for riders beyond beginner skill level.
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TRAIL REVIEWS review this trail
reviewed by edmtb on December 17, 2011
This place is awesome when it is not muddy as it is right now. This place has it all: hills (down by the railroad ties), tight singletracks, challenging rock gardens, seesaws, and lots of mileage. There about 18 miles worth of trails. Type in the intersection of RT 282 and Reed rd. Then make a right on Reed rd. Follow Reed rd until u get to the horse fields then make a right and head down to water. Trails begin on either side of the parking lot.
reviewed by noayamak on August 1, 2011
This trail is one of my favorite trails. It has great ups and downs, and a few spots where the trail drops out 10 feet at 50ish degrees and shoots up even steeper. Those are the best, but be carefull because the first time I rode on the trail I flew into the bushes behind the dip, so be careful. There is one long and rocky uphill that can be really slippery in the morning or after a rain, so watch yourself on the flat rocks. There are some easy trails, but most are a nice and challenging for the experienced rider.
reviewed by TS7X on June 16, 2011
the dam side of marshcreek is more technical but way more fun. Alot of great downhills as well as uphills. Love the see saw and the entire network seems very well maintained. I live very close to these trails and I love riding there.
reviewed by ziggy54t on April 11, 2011
There are basically two sets of trails here. The network that can be found behind the restroom area has 3 trailheads. These trails are less technical and only have a few areas of actual singletrack. They are a mix of long, wide uphills, some scenic farm trails and some fun downhill steps. The second network of trails is found opposite the restroom side of the parking lot. These trails are solely singletrack and are more technical. Some 2 foot log jumps, a well maintained see-saw, and several bridge crossings. These trails have a better flow to them and are a great ride!
reviewed by Kona12 on April 3, 2011
The dam side of this trail system is definitely more fun/technical, but it is not very long. Whoever built the seesaw and maintains the the marsh bridges totally rocks. The boat launch side of the trail system is much longer and more doubletrack. You could easily spend a couple hours exploring the various trails on that side. It's not as technically challenging as the dam side, but still fun.
reviewed by gsromich on October 20, 2010
This is my favorite trail. I can spend 3 to 4 hours out here just doing the trail over and over. Love this. The skinnies are great and there arent rocks everywhere, just sort sections of rock garden. There is also a sea saw you can ride on. Great trail and love to ride there. great for the biker that is beginer to intermediate.
