The Local offers mountain bikers in southeastern Pennsylvania a rare gem: 4 miles of purpose-built singletrack just off the popular Enola Low Grade Trail. This free municipal trail system delivers exactly what the region has been missing, with two and a half miles dedicated to three cross-country loops that fall squarely in the beginner/intermediate category. While the terrain doesn't offer massive elevation changes, the trail builders maximized what they had to work with, incorporating wood features like skinnies and bridges alongside technical rock sections. Every advanced feature comes with an easier go-around option, ensuring trails that anyone can ride regardless of skill level.
The gravity side of The Local packs serious punch into its remaining 1.5 miles, split between five flow-oriented trails that offer steady progression through the difficulty spectrum. The green trail serves up mellow rollers and smaller tabletops perfect for building confidence, while the blue trail steps things up with larger tables. The black trail brings "some pretty sizable hits for a public space" that would make any rider grateful this kind of infrastructure exists on public land. Two additional connector trails link everything together seamlessly.
Each trail strikes that perfect balance between being long enough to showcase multiple features while staying short enough for productive sessioning. Whether you're looking to dial in your cross-country flow on the XC loops or work on your jumping progression through the gravity trails, The Local delivers variety that keeps you coming back. The proximity to the Enola Low Grade Trail makes this an ideal stop for rail-trail users looking to add some singletrack spice to their ride.
