Mountain Biking In Pennsylvania is Easy

June 13, 2009 by James Brown  
Filed under Mountain Biking

There is an abundance of mountain biking parks in Pennsylvania with trails for all abilities. There are a variety of parks, so whether it’s just mountain biking in Pennsylvania you’re after, or a bike ride and picnic, there is something for every cyclist. Another plus to mountain biking in Pennsylvania is that there are so many parks, that no matter where you are in Pennsylvania there is somewhere you can bike in. It may mean a long car drive to get there, but you will still be able to enjoy your hobby without having to venture too far from home.

Biking in York County

York County has an abundance of interesting mountain biking parks and areas that will keep you happy and help burn calories at the same time. If you love the thrill of going downhill, then you have to go to Ski Roundtop, a ski resort that is ideal for mountain biking in Pennsylvania during the off season months. The best part is that this park is completely free to mountain bikers. There are some good single tracks and this is ideal for the adrenaline junkies out there looking for a fix.

The Rocky Ridge County Park is an amazing park for mountain biking. There are a variety of terrains from cinder-paved paths to rocky old woods roads. There are quite a few stream crossings and two incredible vistas with enough intersecting trails for a whole day’s worth of rides. A bonus is that you can also bring a tent and stay in the camping grounds. Call ahead and check on conditions of trails, as park rangers sometimes close trails when they are too muddy.

Parks in Philadelphia

The Pennypack Park is ideal for mountain biking in Pennsylvania as it satisfies both riders who want an off road experience and those who just want paved bike paths. For those who want off road, there are flat packed dirt roads for those who are just beginning and for the more experienced there are loose gravel up climbs and rocky paths, that provide lots of opportunity to go up and down hills. There is also the chance to hop logs and stumps on the horse riding trails. Be sure to check that bikers are allowed on the trails you wish to ride.

The Morris Park is another place in Philadelphia that will give you plenty of variety in terms of trail difficulty. There are trails that are easy and others that are pretty steep with rugged terrain. The area used to be a quarry in the 1900’s, so this should give you an idea of the terrain you will encounter. This is great if you want a place that is not crowded and exclusive to bikers.

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