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Nockamixon State Park Mountain Bike Trail
Ottsville, Pennsylvania
MTB TRAIL STATS
Avg Rating:   |
5 trail reviews |
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Status: updated 3/16/12 by dhhardtail |
Difficulty:  Intermediate |
| Length: 10 miles | Global Rank: #581 |
| Tread: Singletrack | Configuration: Loop |
| Ridden: 4 | Wishlist: 3 |
| Elevation Gain/Loss: +3,696/-4,242 ft |
Directions
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Description: The northern two loops (relative to parking lot) are pretty easy, though the northernmost one gets very muddy. Southern loops are more technical, with some nice rock gardens down at the south end. Both sides have lots of shallow stream crossings, facilitated by rocks.
From the parking lot, turn right at the first fork to ride the northern loops, and left at the first fork to ride the southern end. I like keeping right at subsequent forks to do the whole set counterclockwise.
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Description: The northern two loops (relative to parking lot) are pretty easy, though the northernmost one gets very muddy. Southern loops are more technical, with some nice rock gardens down at the south end. Both sides have lots of shallow stream crossings, facilitated by rocks.
From the parking lot, turn right at the first fork to ride the northern loops, and left at the first fork to ride the southern end. I like keeping right at subsequent forks to do the whole set counterclockwise.
added on December 26, 2011 by 
TRAIL REVIEWS review this trail
reviewed by matthewthomas25 on April 6, 2012
Nockamixon is finally dry! So much fun now that they are quick and rut-free. Just about the most unique trail-system I've seen in Eastern PA - a lot of different looks throughout the ride. Not difficult, but will sharpen your trail-handling skills. It's all tight single track. Great place to get a 60-90 minute ride in after work.
reviewed by chadkelly on February 29, 2012
Living beside the trails couldn't ask for much more! Well maybe DRY would b good!!!! Killer trails wicked fast!!!!
reviewed by deanw on February 22, 2012
These trails are a lot of fun - great flow, nice crossings - they seem well thought-out and cared for. Nothing too hard or challenging (like someone said, just enough for a true beginners). But a real good time. I read the reviews here and rode the “hard side” and the “easy side.” The “easy side” is super easy and the “harder side” was more fun. The trails were seriously sloppy when I went. I could only wish to get back when they are dry. Great place. I hope to return. * Review edited 2/22/2012
* Review edited 2/22/2012
reviewed by CrispyMTB on December 28, 2011
Trails have a good flow. I would rate these trails as intermediate. Just enough rocks and hilly sections to discourage true beginners. These trails stay muddy for a couple days after rain. Stream crossings are well constructed with rocks. There are several loops that can be stacked to lengthen the ride. Can easily range from 2 miles to 10.
Similar Trail: Pennypack,
reviewed by AlexCuse on December 26, 2011
Trails are arranged in a stacked loop configuration, with a lot of rocky stream crossings. Pretty easy place to ride (I took my cousin here for his first mountain bike ride, and he did OK). I would say there is just enough challenging terrain here to make it interesting. Don't miss the rock garden area at the far south end - it's a blast if you're into that kind of thing. This is an active hunting area - be sure to wear something bright during the season.
