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21 trail reviews |
Difficulty:  - Advanced |
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| Length: 15 miles | Global Rank: #1310 |
| Tread: Singletrack | Configuration: Loop |
| Ridden: 62 | Wishlist: 48 |
| 1 trail check-ins |
Climb // Descend +900 // -1,200 feet |
| Average Speed: 5.2 mph | Average Time: 1hr 30min |
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Description
OPEN TO MOUNTAIN BIKERS ON SUNDAY ONLY. Since these trails are fairly new they are bumpy as can be. There are some of the best climbs in the Triangle area here at the New Light Trails. I'm sure it's a lot faster ride when the leaves aren't covering the trails. These trails have a good balance of length, technicality, and speed. And it's a great workout!
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Description
OPEN TO MOUNTAIN BIKERS ON SUNDAY ONLY. Since these trails are fairly new they are bumpy as can be. There are some of the best climbs in the Triangle area here at the New Light Trails. I'm sure it's a lot faster ride when the leaves aren't covering the trails. These trails have a good balance of length, technicality, and speed. And it's a great workout!
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Review: One of my favorite trails in the area; great technical sections that take great advantage of the terrain around Fall Lake. If you like rocks, you'll like New Light. Some of the better climbs in the area, especially if you target the difficult lines up them.
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Similar Trail: San Lee
Review: I took my first ride there earlier today, and I must admit that it was an extraordinarily humbling experience. As an unabashed beginner, I expected to encounter a number of "hike-a-bike" sections, and I was not mistaken in the least. However, despite the difficulty, it is the best trail I have found in the Triangle area thus far. Advanced riders should enjoy the park even more. Have fun, obey the rules (it is, after all, used for hunting grounds from September to May), and bring plenty of water...
Similar Trail: Almost as enjoyable as Montgomery Bell Park in Tennessee
Similar Trail: Almost as enjoyable as Montgomery Bell Park in Tennessee
Review: Awesome, more advanced trail. Good workout.
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Review: Great riding in the triangle area. Several loops, with good marking at the trail intersections. Lots of possibilities within the system for variety and all day fun. The trails have been ridden in really well, so they are smooth and fast. Good climbs without being annoying, and always rewarded with a small, but fun, downhill stretch soon after.
Review: Sadly the Eastern Territory trails (Left and Right loop) are gone but there are some "new" trails that are popping up. First Loop is definitely rooty, I think I may just skip it next time and head straight for the good stuff - Route 66, The Gauntlet, Way in - Way out, etc. Lake Fall is new (but old) and I didn't get a chance to check it this time, rode almost 10 miles of singletrack w/out backtracking despite the fact that Left and Right are closed.
Similar Trail: Beaverdam (but New Light is a bit more "wild" than Beaverdam).
Similar Trail: Beaverdam (but New Light is a bit more "wild" than Beaverdam).
Review: The trails are now open every day of the week, from 15 May through 1 September.
Review: Just rode NL for the first time. Haven't been to beaver dam yet, but this trail was great. Lots of obstacles, mile after mile of great terrain. Lots of work went into these trails. Thanks to whoever spent time building / maintaining these.
Some big steep drops on one of the loops on the east side. Some cool bridges built out of fallen timber and some nails. Lots of log rolls. Some of these piles are up to 5 feet high. It's kind of hard to figure out where you are at times. Take a map and everything should be fine.
There was some more tree clearing on the east side, and some hard to pass trees block the first part of the left loop (riding whole trail counter clockwise). After these downed trees, everything is great.
Review: Roots!!! lots and lots of roots - I was really glad to be riding a f/s bike. Overall the trail was a blast but while I was down by the eastern lower section the logging was so bad that the trail was gone, I wandered around trying to pick it up for over 1/2 hour b4 i just turned around and worked my out. I am looking forward to checking out Beaver Dam....SOON!
Review: New Light first loop is not where I would start(a lot of climbing that will wear you out) the other trails I rode out there are very technical with rocks and roots and this place is not for the beginner. I prefer beaver dam over new light since I'm not a fan of rocks. It is a challenge though and I will go back to finish some other sections that I have yet to ride but again, don't go unless you are ready for a technical ride and are ready to climb.
Similar Trail: south loop at beaver dam
Similar Trail: south loop at beaver dam
Review: A follow-up to my post below--I read on another site that some generous souls had done some cleanup at New Light recently and that the Eastern Territory access is now cleared. I hope to get back out there soon to confirm this.
Review: I agree with the previous review in that this place is a mess!!! Logging and burn out make for poor scenery. It is rocky, rooty, tough climbs, renegade technical and is ill maintained. I was very thankful for the signs to get me back to the praking lot so I could go to Beaver Dam
Review: Great trails with some good climbs, rocks, and roots, but a lot of logging has left the area a real mess. Southern access to the Eastern Territory trails, The Gauntlet, and Way In-Way Out is obstructed from downed trees. Sig's, 66, Easy St., and First are still OK, but seem overgrown and a bit neglected. If they can rebuild the trails through the felled trees, this would again be tops in the Triangle for riding. For now, I'd head to Beaverdam.
Similar Trail: Beaverdam Advanced Loop
Similar Trail: Beaverdam Advanced Loop
Review: One of my favorite trails in the area due to the terrain and lakeside scenery. Many steep and rocky sections. Please respect all posted rules while riding there as the land is mangaged by the Wildlife R.C. and they are allowing riders.
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Similar Trail: Rocky Road, Beaverdam, Atlantic Ave.
Review: I've only been on about 33% of the trails in this area and really loved it. Even the easier ones are challenging so I need to pace myself a bit. Please note these trails are open EVERYDAY May 15 - August 31 (non-hunting season). No night riding allowed and no pets. I've seen it when the parking lots is crammed full of cars yet hardly see anyone when I get on the trails.
Review: A fun trail , no matter what your level of riding it will challenge you...One of the best I have ridden in the state. Go early Sunday morning to stay away from excess bikers if you are not into that, lots of people are discovering this place...
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Review: very aggresive and well rounded both down hill and up hill climbs. Quite rocky with lots of root but that just adds to the experience. Good trail for stregthening your technical skills and bike handling i would recomend it.
Review: I thought it was pretty sweet for my FIRST TIME riding mt. bikes. I would recomend it to anyone.
Review: This is the best trail in the Triangle. Very challenging and not for beginners. Be prepared for a lot of hills.
Review: Nice tight singletrack with some nice climbs and downhill sections. There were some obstructions, but it was limited.
Review: This trail has grown to over 15 miles, and offers a little for everyone even a little trials stuff.
Recommendations
Mount Herman Trail (100%)Little River (100%)
Monarch Crest Trail (67%)
San-lee Park (67%)
Tsali Recreation Area (67%)
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