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Soldier Creek Park Mtb Trails Mountain Bike Trail
Winter Springs, Florida
MTB TRAIL STATS
Avg Rating:    |
26 trail reviews |
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Status: updated 2/8/12 by UCFbiker |
Difficulty:  Intermediate |
| Length: 2 miles | Global Rank: #1006 |
| Tread: Singletrack | Configuration: Loop |
| Ridden: 47 | Wishlist: 11 |
| Avg. Speed: 6 mph | Avg. Time: 1hr 0min |
| Elevation Gain/Loss: +418/-640 ft | |
 3 trail check-ins |
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Description: 1.5 miles of singletrack for intermediate riders & beginners wanting to step up their game & skill of riding off-road. On the other side of the street is the Environmental Center with another single-track loop that runs along Soldier Creek & elsewhere. Their is roughly 5 miles of beginner to intermediate trails throughout the Environmental Center Soldier Creek Park MTB trails even though kinda short offers some really sweet technical terrain and natural drops and can be crowded any day of the week due to its close proximity to Orlando, Winter Springs, and Sanford.
added on February 14, 2009 by guest
Description: 1.5 miles of singletrack for intermediate riders & beginners wanting to step up their game & skill of riding off-road. On the other side of the street is the Environmental Center with another single-track loop that runs along Soldier Creek & elsewhere. Their is roughly 5 miles of beginner to intermediate trails throughout the Environmental Center Soldier Creek Park MTB trails even though kinda short offers some really sweet technical terrain and natural drops and can be crowded any day of the week due to its close proximity to Orlando, Winter Springs, and Sanford.
added on February 14, 2009 by guest 
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TRAIL REVIEWS review this trail
reviewed by Robchase on January 9, 2012
Right around the corner from my house, I try to hit this most mornings. This is a fast, moderately technical and super fun trail. You can take it easy and avoid obstacles, or have fun and enjoy a few little jumps, skinny bridges and a killer fallen log to ride across. Very lucky to have this so close to home. Just saw a new bridge added in the last few days, I would always be happy to help out here!
Similar Trail: Snow Hill, Spruce Creek
reviewed by James.Hendricks on November 25, 2011
Its a fun short trail for a quick late afternoon ride or if you don't have a lot of time to ride a longer trail. I ride it a few times a week after work on weekends.
Similar Trail: Snow Hill or Chuck Lemon!
reviewed by UCFbiker on October 23, 2011
I rode here twice this weekend. While some of the bridges are gone/sketchy, it was still fun to ride. With just a bit of work, Soldier's Creek can be top notch again. If anyone here knows who does the trail maintenance, i would love to help next time.
* Review edited 10/23/2011
reviewed by JSF on October 16, 2011
I rode here again today and SC is in the worst shape I've ever seen it. No wonder no one was there on a beautiful Sunday morning. The recent heavy rains have completely or partially washed out many of the bridges, and some of the features are falling apart & simply dangerous. Carpet has been brought in to help with the sand, but there are still many areas with tar-like mud and other areas with deep sugar sand. I don't know enough about trail maintenance to initiate repairs, but I'd be happy to help if anyone wants to save what was once one of the best local rides. * Review edited 10/16/2011* Review edited 10/16/2011* Review edited 10/16/2011* Review edited 10/16/2011
* Review edited 10/16/2011
reviewed by stevenluczynski on July 10, 2011
Great fun trail for a beginner like me! I would like to volunteer with the upkeep
reviewed by chkul8r on June 21, 2011
Nice, fun trail. Some technical sections and most of the trail is fast! Great job to whoever is managing the upkeep!
Similar Trail: hardtail or dual suspension
reviewed by GoKite5 on June 12, 2011
The option on the few skinnys and bridges just barely push this to intermediate. Extremely short, but flows very well and is a fast track. Fun, but the lack of distance prevents more than a star.
reviewed by afullsodacan on June 5, 2011
Pretty good Florida trail. It actually has some pretty technical stuff. Some little jumps, wooden bridges, 2-foot drop-offs, and some big, downed trees you go over. A pretty fun trail, and it is also free, it is pretty much unmarked. The reason I gave it 3 stars, though, is that it is just too dang short, and some parts of the trail need some TLC right now. I just went there today, and the trail definitely needs some work, a couple of the bridges have just about fallen apart.
* Review edited 10/14/2011
Similar Trail: Little Big Econ State Forest
reviewed by kelleyj on May 30, 2011
I'm very impressed by all of the work that has gone on in the last month. Excellent ride. My favorite local MTBike trail.
reviewed by HEsquilin on May 23, 2011
This trail is currently my "warm up" trail in my back yard before I go to Alafia or Santos. I'm currently riding just about every Sat. very fun! Made a trailhead sign and put it in this past Sunday. Hope to make more ramps and put them up...anyone wants to help, invitation is still open!
reviewed by HEsquilin on May 12, 2011
Just rode this trail on Sat. 7, 2011 after three years of not going because conditions were terrible! This time around I was plesantly surprised...someone has been keeping the trail up to par! THANK YOU!! I loved how the trail flows and all the wood launches and technical areas...is the see saw still around? I couldn't find it. N E ways I'm looking for the people who are maintaining the trail because I would like to volunteer, maybe by making a few more ramps or a trailhead sign...If anyone knows anything please let me know! Thanks
Similar Trail: "Carter"
reviewed by robbydro on March 17, 2011
Just rode two days ago and props to the vols who make this place FUN to ride! Jumps bridges and short enough to do a couple times! Just plain fun!
reviewed by scotkrzy on December 1, 2010
rode SC again on the 28th, it's fast becoming my favorite "local" trail (has nothing on Carter rd. or Balm Boyette) but it's definitely fun, fast, and something you can do with any type of bikin skill. I liked it until I finally turned right and found the loop with the little skinnies and log ride. Now I like it alot! 2 miles, can be ridden very fast and the your back at the car. Add in the E-center across the street and you can total up about 9-11 miles. If your in Cent Fl and want a fun quicky, Ride Soldier Creek. Ride On
Similar Trail: LBE, Spruce Creek, Mala Compra...
reviewed by ridehard94 on November 26, 2010
i rode this trail the other day and did not see any of the see-saws ect. does anyone know were they are? but other than that i though it was a fun warm up trail and am definitely going back
reviewed by JSF on October 8, 2010
Soldiers Creek has changed a lot since I started riding it about a year ago--and for the better. I feel that right now the trail is in the best condition it's ever been in and it flows better than it ever has. The trail may be short at just ~1.3 miles or so, but it is an absolute blast to ride! I find this trail most enjoyable when I'm really laying into the pedals and pushing the pace. Just make sure you are familiar with the trail before you put the hammer down because there are some fairly tricky areas. Beginners may find parts of the trail too difficult for their comfort level, but there are plenty of bypasses/alternate routes around much of the intermediate stuff (and they can always walk their bikes). There is now an entirely new section that branches off from the main trail which contains the most advanced technical challenges this trail has to offer. I just posted a HD video of the main trail that was taken on October 7, 2010. Compare that to the video posted from late 2009 and you'll see just how much the trail has improved since then.
* Review edited 11/14/2010
reviewed by dkobosky on October 2, 2010
Relatively narrow single track in most sections (1-2 ft wide). Has some small bridges, a few little jumps built in and a couple of small (2-3 ft) drops. Nothing too technical but not too shabby for FL!
reviewed by sevendaysoff on August 21, 2010
great trail, well maintained and a awesome workout. did a few laps with some local guys today and had a blast. i'd say a beginner to intermediate skill level trail. a few small (2 ft.) drops, a couple kickers, and some low skinnies.
* Review edited 8/21/2010
Similar Trail: e center, hannah park
reviewed by robbydro on August 19, 2010
Just left the trail for my first bike ride. Wow, lots of fun, short but well maintained!THANKS!!! I will be back.... good short exercise
reviewed by guest on May 12, 2010
I rode this trail with a buddy of mine and my family and had a blast as always. They did take out all the real fun and technical stuff since the last visit, but it was much smoother and flow much faster to me this round than last. Got in four laps at speed and could have rode a few more if i did not have to go home. I always love this trail, though it is not Santos, Carter, or Alafia, and is not very long, it is still a blast in general. Ride on, Ride on!
Similar Trail: LBE, Chuck Lennon, Santos, Carter, Alafia, etc.
reviewed by fsurroca on March 23, 2010
This used to be a great trail. Seminole County has taken away anything and everything fun. The see-saws, drop-offs, log rolls, balance beams, and anything that could be considered a jump are all gone. This trail is now smooth enough for a 5 year old with training wheels to ride through without ever putting his foot down. Do not waste your time. This used to be Orlando's only skills park. Now it's basically a foot path. Nothing technical left at all.
reviewed by Rocketrick on December 19, 2009
Well I rode the Soldiers Creek Trail again today, as it was a perfect riding day, about 65 degrees at high noon, pretty rare for this area. Shot my first trail video here with a makeshift helmet cam. It turned out OK but I've got a long way to go.
* Review edited 12/21/2009
Similar Trail: Little Big Econ.
reviewed by jls on December 19, 2009
What a blast! Fast, good flow, lots of small elevation changes, fun all the way around. It was wet and overcast when I rode it so firm sand, mud, puddles and slippery roots. The only downside is that it is too short but you probably won't mind going around a few times.
reviewed by Rocketrick on December 8, 2009
Finally got a chance to ride Soldier Creek after months of anticipation and not enough spare time. I love it. The trail meanders around the creek over and around roots, trees, stumps, bridges, and drop-offs. Has good flow and gets your adrenaline going pretty good.
Similar Trail: Little Big Econ.
reviewed by ngoncalves1 on May 14, 2009
This trail has it's fun but it is very short. I wish it were'nt so short. Takes about 10-15 minutes to go around once.
reviewed by Mdtboner on May 13, 2009
Decided to break in my new Rockhopper on a smaller loop trail in case of any complications. Soldier Creek Trail is about a 1.3 mile loop. I rode it three times in about 1 hour. I went mid-day during the week and it was absolutely deserted, expect a few kids walking down the trail. Its been dry here in central Florida for too long, and the trail's dirt had become pretty loose. I had to walk around parts of sugar sand. But, overall I enjoyed my ride.
reviewed by guest on February 14, 2009
Road this singletrack today and fell in love with it. Though it is only 1.5 miles tops, it offers some really sweet technical terrain varying from natural drops, small jumps, log bridges, bridge crossings over water, and some roots to maneuver around and over. You can get some real good speed on this singletrack as well! I would definitely recommend this singletrack to MTB riders that love some technical challenge but maintain a good fast speed. I also recommend this trail to beginners wanting to step up their game and skill level. Great place to ride! Bathrooms and water fountains at the ball park. Up to 5 miles of trails on the other side at the Environmental Center.
Similar Trail: Little Big Econ, Enviromental Center (so-so), Chuck Lennon, Graham Swamp, Alafia, Santos, Tillman (Fruit Trail)
