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Novi Tree Farm (Lakeshore Park) Mountain Bike Trail
Novi, Michigan
MTB TRAIL STATS
Avg Rating:   |
15 trail reviews |
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Status: updated 7/10/08 by matt9879 |
Difficulty:  Intermediate |
| Length: 11 miles | Global Rank: #522 |
| Tread: Singletrack | Configuration: Network |
| Ridden: 50 | Wishlist: 19 |
| Elevation Gain/Loss: +4,451/-3,686 ft |
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Description: Starts on right hand side and is all pure sweet single track. It is technical and has many manmade stunts(rockgardens, log jumps) with bypass at each. The main feature is "THE CRATER". Which is a popular spot to stop and do some jumping and hucking. Opportunity to get sweet air.
Description: Starts on right hand side and is all pure sweet single track. It is technical and has many manmade stunts(rockgardens, log jumps) with bypass at each. The main feature is "THE CRATER". Which is a popular spot to stop and do some jumping and hucking. Opportunity to get sweet air.
added on September 25, 2005 by 
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TRAIL REVIEWS review this trail
reviewed by specialized1911 on October 12, 2011
One of my all time favorite rides becuase it is a very fast flowing course. It only takes close to an hour to finish. It isnt a very physcially demanding course, so it is very easy to go out and put in a couple laps. Lots of log bridges, and rock piles to climb. I recommend always takeing the difficult route.
Similar Trail: Stoney Creek, Glen Oaks
reviewed by Hiscrusader on September 28, 2011
pretty sweet, fast, and with lots of obstacles to keep it interesting. The distance is nice because you don't feel obligated to do multiple loops. Solid singletrack. Not to difficult if your a beginner looking to mess around.
Similar Trail: maybury, addison oaks.
reviewed by scott4587 on August 18, 2011
This trail is awesome! It has a little bit of everything! It can get pretty tight at times and a little technical but there is never a dull moment! Don't be a chicken, you have to go down the wall of death!
Similar Trail: Maybury State Park
reviewed by irishpitbull on August 1, 2011
Honestly, I don't think this trail should be rated this high. The expert loop and the crater are fun but the trail feels as if the 11 mile track is squeezed into acre of land. The amount of switch backs are just annoying and the pump track is poorly built. The trail is in great condition and maintained very well and the little bridges are kinda fun.
reviewed by tstefani on May 4, 2011
This trail is great! 10 miles of a little bit of everything. not to aggressive good for beginers.
reviewed by mattox09 on April 21, 2011
This trail is awesome! The 10 miles of trails are so much fun. The MMBA keeps the trail in tip top shape. There is something here for everyone. From someone just starting out in MTB, or for the seasoned pro. The trail is very well marked so don't worry about getting lost. Great scenery for the nature lover. Obstacles for first timers and for the more dangerous dare devil. There is really too much to list for this trail. Great for all experience levels.
* Review edited 4/21/2011
reviewed by rudy1337 on August 12, 2010
Sweet trail! Trail has a little bit of everything. Has good flow and it is what you make of it. Some nice skinnies, plenty of log crossings and some spots where you can do a little jumping. Crater section really isn't much more than a bumpy downhill, just looks intimidating. Let it ride over it and it is no problem. I haven't ridden that many trails since I started riding 2 years ago, but this one is definitely in my top 3. Loved it.
reviewed by scmilam1 on July 31, 2010
Wow. We loved this trail. It has lots of log piles, fun curves, fun root sections, and a couple of bridges which provides smiles all around. Also, while there are many small hills, it does not have any killer climbs which is good if you are taking the whole family. There is even a pump track about two miles from the end of the trail. For those of you that might not want to do the full 10 miles, you can take one of several shortcuts to trim the distance (but be careful not to cut off too much of this very fun trail) Overall, everybody considered this track the best we have ridden in Michigan.
* Review edited 7/31/2010
Similar Trail: Midland City Forest, Burchfield, Shearer Road Trail
reviewed by MINIC on November 2, 2009
loads of switchbacks! no real technical climbs. Some technical parts if you like but options to go around are there too. Did I mention all the switchbacks. The real fun at this trail is riding it at night! The total trail runs a bit over 9 miles with loads of bail outs. Trail is very well marked
* Review edited 4/21/2010
Similar Trail: Maybury, Burchfield
reviewed by MBennetti on August 27, 2009
one of the funest ive been to yet, from 4 foot log piles to 25ft tree rides, all in all very fun
reviewed by AmericanBandit on June 17, 2009
Like post below, trail is great for varying skill levels. No grueling climbs and you can't get cooking downhill but still moderate speed throughout. One thing that is great is a main widetrack splits the trail in half so you can ride whatever section you want over and over. The crater is cool but needs to be kept up better. The log jumps (or bumps more or less) are lame but the elevated log rails are pretty sweet. I know it sounds like I am dissing this trail which Im not - just think since its maintained by MMBA it should be a lil more tech, or at least one really tech loop
reviewed by detroitrockdoc on June 16, 2008
Nice trail for all skill levels. Really challenging advanced section if you're looking for some punishment. 9 miles of very well maintained single track...jump in Walled Lake after the ride!
reviewed by rookierider on June 15, 2008
I am seriously regretting my recent purchase of a raleigh comfort bike after discovering the Lakeshore Park trail only a mile from my house. This trail is awesome! Challenging, but in a good way. Keeps me coming back for more. I'm still too chicken to attempt the log jumps, but I'll get there. One warning, if it's rained recently & muggy out, expect to be attacked by a million mosquitoes if you stop for more than 2 seconds. :)
reviewed by WWS on March 1, 2008
This is the trail that started it all for me. I love this one. Its small but it has everything. Jumps like the massive crater, a couple of fast exciting descends and a few good climbs. On this one you can defiantly let it out. The night ride here is sweet also lots of deer.
Similar Trail: Highland, Pontiac
reviewed by LR3ROVER on May 12, 2007
This trail ROCKS!! Tons of jumps and technical sections with some great open single track to rip on. This trail has it all, it also has great mapping and the ability to get out if you don't want to do the whole trail. A Must Do...
Similar Trail: Highland and Maybury
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