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Mt Tabor Park Mountain Bike Trail
Dallas, Georgia
MTB TRAIL STATS
Avg Rating:    |
13 trail reviews |
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Status: updated 1/15/12 by nrhule |
Difficulty:  Intermediate |
| Length: 5 miles | Global Rank: #1596 |
| Tread: Singletrack | Configuration: Other |
| Ridden: 27 | Wishlist: 9 |
| Avg. Speed: 7.98 mph | Avg. Time: 0hr 52min |
| Elevation Gain/Loss: +403/-384 ft | |
 2 trail check-ins |
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Description: Currently, there are two loops at Mt Tabor Park totaling about 5 miles. There are plans for a third loop to be completed in April 2010 to make a total of about 8-10 miles. The plans are to stack the loops in a "snowman" formation and make them progressively harder. The trails are directional depending on the day of the week. Monday, Wednesday, Friday, & Sunday are clockwise. Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday are counter clockwise. Almost all of the initial two trails are singletrack and there seems to be a large amount of unused woods back there just begging for new trails. These are NICE tight, twisty, technical, rocky, singletrack that makes you pay for your gains but they won't totally sap your flow and keep you at a snails pace either. Many parts of these trails reminded me a lot of Blankets Creek just up the road in Cherokee county and in my book that's a HUGE compliment. Keep your eyes open for dogs and hikers but they are few and far between.
Description: Currently, there are two loops at Mt Tabor Park totaling about 5 miles. There are plans for a third loop to be completed in April 2010 to make a total of about 8-10 miles. The plans are to stack the loops in a "snowman" formation and make them progressively harder. The trails are directional depending on the day of the week. Monday, Wednesday, Friday, & Sunday are clockwise. Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday are counter clockwise. Almost all of the initial two trails are singletrack and there seems to be a large amount of unused woods back there just begging for new trails. These are NICE tight, twisty, technical, rocky, singletrack that makes you pay for your gains but they won't totally sap your flow and keep you at a snails pace either. Many parts of these trails reminded me a lot of Blankets Creek just up the road in Cherokee county and in my book that's a HUGE compliment. Keep your eyes open for dogs and hikers but they are few and far between.
added on February 25, 2010 by 
SIMILAR TRAILS
Riders who liked this mountain bike trail also liked:Allatoona Creek in Acworth
Blankets Creek Bicycle Trail in Woodstock
TRAIL REVIEWS review this trail
reviewed by M.ScottMartin on December 17, 2011
This is a map of Mt. Tabor as of 12/13/2011: http://www.mapmywalk.com/routes/view/60806810 We're almost finished building due to running out of acreage.
reviewed by cgrey8 on November 14, 2011
The Mountain Bike Trails are decently cut. If you ride all 3 loops, there's right at 8 miles worth of trails that will take the seasoned mountain biker between 40-50 minutes to complete. The terrain is mostly rooty and rough hard pack with the occasional loose/gravelly area and some rocks. It has it's share of tight turns and twists with decently challenging areas that are not impossible, but may stump the newcomer that doesn't know the trail. While there are some up hill climbs, none of the climbs are long or grueling for a seasoned mountain biker. Anybody that can ride Dwelling Loop at Blankets Creek without stopping or getting hung up should have no problems with this trail in the Sun/Mon/Wed/Fri direction. The Tue/Thur/Sat direction does have a few up hill technical challenges...again nothing impossible, but a bit more than a novice should expect to traverse.
* Review edited 11/14/2011
Similar Trail: I personally enjoy Turtle Back Trail between Old Stilesboro Rd and Pitner Rd, Acworth Ga. Mt Tabor trails are a little more challenging in places, but overall not as much fun in my opinion. Dwelling Loop at Blankets Creek is more difficult.
reviewed by Spartan on November 7, 2011
This place is the best. Its a bit better than Allatoona because its longer. Has everything you need for a nice workout and challenge for an average rider.
Similar Trail: Allatoona
reviewed by brandont on September 5, 2011
This trail is worth riding once if you have never ridden it before ( if you come from a long distance). Great local trail. A lot of switchbacks and tight turns through the pines.. If you do make the journey couple it with a near by trail ( allatoona creek) for a great day of riding.
reviewed by shovelchop73 on May 31, 2011
not bad. some spots seemed as if they were trying to stretch out what little land was available.switchbacks were very frustrating. was ready to throw my bike. A for effort D for fun.
Similar Trail: big creek, rope mill
reviewed by Slee_Stack on May 26, 2011
Not half bad. I drove a good distance to reach here from downtown Atlanta. I probably won't go back but only because of the drive time. Too many better alternatives are the same distance or closer. Its worth checking out at least once though, and more often if you live closer. We rode three loops - Pine Pong, than back round to hit Rocks of Doom, then back round for Booger. Maybe 11 miles and change for the day. Admittedly the really tight sections of Pine Pong were a touch maddening after the third time through. Overall a relatively easy trail with little to no real technical sections.
* Review edited 5/26/2011
Similar Trail: Ft. Yargo
reviewed by trek7k on January 31, 2011
Surprising amount of variety here: hardpack, exposed singletrack; rooty, wooded trail; bench-cut climbs; tight, twisting tree-lined paths. Always a good time here!
reviewed by ChainSuckSux on January 29, 2011
I rode this trail yesterday evening and was pleasantly surprised. I live near Blankets Creek so a large amount of my riding is done there. The trails were marked, but you have to pay attention, and they appear to drain well, as I only encountered just a few muddy spots. The 1st loop was about 2 miles, the 2nd (Rocks of Doom) was about 3.5 miles, and the 3rd (The Booger) was about 3.5 to 4 miles maybe. I don't currently have a computer on my bike so these are not accurate assessments. All 3 trails are enjoyable, with no sustained long climbs, but plenty of flow, and well designed turns that don't have you scrubbing off to much speed. The Rocks of Doom trial had parts that reminded me of the South loop at Blankets. The Booger had parts like The Taylor Randahl/Rope Mill trails with a few technical spots. All in all a good ride. I will go back. This place is great for the beginner, or for burning fast laps. I did not see another rider, but I did see a few runners, so make sure you yield to them, and as always be courteous and non-destructive. This place has great potential.
Similar Trail: Blankets Creek
reviewed by zippyzap68.5 on May 4, 2010
This is a nice trail. I found the trail head easy enough, but if there are other trails other than the main loop they are not marked. Based on previous comments and a local bike shop worker there are 3 loops. The one I rode was about 4 miles in length and worn enough to follow easily. I especially like the pine forest bit. The uphills are not as long as Blankets. I'll be back. A big thank you to Paulding and the local SORBA chapter.
Similar Trail: Blankets creek, big creek
reviewed by Rotkohl on April 3, 2010
After entering the park, turn into first lot on the right. Uni-directional trail, trail head at either end of lot, depending on day. Fast sections, climbing, XC. Good Georgia singletrack. Thanks to Paulding SORBA.
Similar Trail: Blankets Creek
reviewed by enoeht on March 26, 2010
I echo the Goose! The starting section is tight with pines and just damn fun. It loops around the small pavilion in the middle of what looks like a retention pond. It has a few different riding sections that feel different on the what can be the same loop. Also the alternate starting direction is behind the parking area.
reviewed by GoldenGoose on February 25, 2010
Sweet singletrack that's not too far from downtown Atlanta. Would have given it a 4 if the last loop was already up. good thing we can come back and edit. ;) With a little more traffic, parts of these trails are going to be very fast. Lots of technical areas too! There were times in the Pine thicket that I was cursing the length of my handlebars. With 3-5 more miles on the way, this is going to be another great trail for people northwest of Atlanta. At times, it felt like I was riding a mix of Fort Yargo and Blanket's Creek. Great job Paulding SORBA!!
Similar Trail: Ft Yargo Blanket's Creek
