Brant Tract – MTB Trail

Length – 20 km

70% MTB single track
30% double track access roads

Elevation – flat woodlands, a few hills, embankment drops to river and small gully

Terrain – smooth soil, field stones, some gravel, roots, wooden bridges

Skill – Easy, great for beginners, some harder loops with climbs & tight switch backs

Trail Pass – free

Facilities –  large parking lot, outhouse, picnic bench, shelter

Highlights – good riding in the middle of nowhere,

Trail Maps – at trailhead, mapped signposts at junctions

Phone – none

Website – MTB the Bruce

Similar Trails – Coulson’s Hill, Christie Lake, Midhurst

Local Clubs – no MTB clubs in the area

Access-  This location sits in the middle of farm country located just east of Bruce Road 3 at 1300 Concession Rd. 12. Trailhead is east of the large parking lot by the map

The Brant Tract sits in the middle of flat Ontario farm country south of Paisley. It could be boring, yet this trail system has some surprisingly good riding.

Between hand cut single track for MTB riding and a few riverbed gullies to vary the terrain, you get a sweet fast ride.

This woodlot is well tree covered and well maintained. The 10 short loops vary from rolling flat terrain to some fine twisty inclines by the Saugeen River.

A great location to learn mountain bike riding.

The red “Advanced” loop, Ricks’s Retreat is so because of the climbs and tight switchbacks but not that tough. Good MTB riders need to seek out The Widow Maker at the back end, being the hardest/best loop here.

Actually there is nothing here for those who like the odd log hop or rock garden. :^(  The trails feels a little too neutered. Then again perfect for beginners.

There is excellent signage, lots of…

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