Bacon Ridge Natural Area

Review: This is an enjoyable trail system. At this time, the Phase I & II trails are complete and Phase III is in development. For the most part the trails are fairly wide, flowy and well groomed which provides a good opportunity to ride at speed. There is also decent elevation change so you can get a good workout in especially if you do multiple laps. There are also a few scattered features to practice on, mostly log piles. From what I can tell of Phase III it appears that it will be a bit more advanced with the trails a bit more narrow with even greater elevation change.

Similar Trail: Rosaryville (Outer Loop)

Review: I was really excited to ride these trails, maybe I was hyped up to much and expected more. Theyre fast, flowy, really easy to navigate... after 2.5 hours I was bored. These trails are awesome considering nothing else like this exist in AA co.

Similar Trail: Rosaryville

Review: See my prior review. Just rode yesterday for first time in 2018 season. Seems like more bermed turns and features that you can either ride around or go over. Features are mostly log piles, with one drop over a fallen tree (new) and one jump (was there last year). Trail itself remains rather non-technical, although there are a lot of ups and downs which will twst your cardio and shifting. Check out my Youtube Channel DADventureTV soon for a video. Watch my bars- you'll see they are not bouncing much. It seemed more fun this year, but maybe that's just me.

Similar Trail: There isn't one.

Review: I love to ride this trail! Mostly flow. It is now about 8 miles and getting permits for 8-10 new miles to be built. Most all the folks I have seen there seem to get along pretty well. There are hikers and at times hunters. Most are respectful of the others. All in all a great place to ride.

Similar Trail: Rosarryville

Review: Fantastic Flowy Singletrack Tons of fun flowy curves. You'll really learn how to corner your bike out here. Nothing technical, some slightly steep climbs/descents. Bring your energy legs and you'll really get the most out of how fast the trail rides. Conditions are almost always hard pack grippy sand/dirt. Drains very well after rain, not many spots that hold water. Great fun out here!

Similar Trail: Rosaryville

Review: Thought that it went pretty well misjudged some inclines and had to walk my bike up. 2nd bike ride this week...finally!! Too much rain these last 3 days. Oh on the higher elevations, it was dry and could go fast. On the lower elevations muddy and some puddles in areas. Overall I still give it 4 stars. Just over 5 1/2 miles in about 52 min.

Review: Too wet people turned around after less than 50 feet

Review: Fast and Fun. Probably the least technical ride I've ridden in DC area so far, but as a result you can really fly on this trail which is why the 4 stars. The trail itself is mostly smooth, rolling hills and lots of turns. To get the max fun factor out of this trail be prepared to be on the pedals going all out and sliding around a lot of turns. Some parts can be narrow. Best to either bring a hardtail or lock out your rear suspension so you're not bobbing around. Short- only 6 miles- although I may have missed a small half to 1 mile loop. If you start on lower trail just turn left every time; if you start on the upper trail turn right, and you will wind up back at start at the other entrance- Its a loop trail. I read on some posts there is hunting during hunting season in WMA which is what trail is in, so check that if going out in fall or winter.

Similar Trail: There isn't that I've ridden yet

Review: So yesterday I did both phase one and phase two of the trail. In phase one, there were some places that had the potential for speed if you are the type of rider who likes to go fast. Phase two was a little more technical due to more exposed roots, steep grades, and logs. If you don't pay attention, you may have issues. The overall trail did have some wet areas but you can go around it to minimize trail damage. Ultimately, it was great and I consider this trail my favorite so far.

Review: So as someone had said, this isn't a beginner course. It's tricky in places especially where there are logs that are anywhere from 2-3 inches to almost a foot tall. There are definitely some really tight turns and yeah I had some spills. However I had some fun and I was able to speed through some areas of the trail. I'm gonna do it again. Practice practice practice.