Ganaraska Forest – MTB / Park Trail

10585 Cold Springs Camp Rd.
Posted on August 12, 2020 / 13797
Ganaraska Forest – MTB / Park Trail
Listing Types : MTB Trail / Park Trail
Location : Eastern Ontario
Note : EPIC Ride
Total Trail Km : 60
MTB Track % : 40
Double track % : 40
Hiking trail % : 20
Rate Skill Levels : Easy, Intermediate, Advanced
Terrain : sandy spots, smooth soil, large hills, drains well, gentle hills, twisty & gnarly, rocky patches
Faclities : parking, toilet, outhouse, drinking water, trailhead map, trails maintained
Trail Fee : Yes

Length – 60+ km

40% single-track MTB trail
20% hiking trail
40% double-track access roads

Elevation – Gradual incline northward, with large rolling hills.

Terrain – Smooth soil/sand, with some roots, rocks and gravel; watch for poison ivy on the shoulders.

Skill – All MTB levels; Intermediate Park ride.

Traffic – This area is so vast it never feels congested; bicyclists, hikers, ATV and dirt–bike riders, as well as snowmobiles all have their own areas in which to play.

Maps – There are a few maps at the trailhead; it has mainly double-track access roads for Nordic skiing, and the single-track trails have a few signs. (Look for the IMBA Epic trail.)

Facilities – Parking lot, as well as outhouse, bike wash, and showers.

Highlights – Tons of trails to explore and wilderness to experience; flows well.

Trail Pass – $16.00 Adult (The season pass is the best deal.)

Phone – 905 797 2721

Website – Ganaraska Forest Centre

Similar Trails – Northumberland, Dufferin, Palgrave

Local Clubs – Peterborough Cycling Club,  Cobourg Cycling Club

Access – Drive north 3 km from Hwy 9 (Ganaraska Rd.) to 10585 Cold Springs Camp Road, and then on to the gatehouse for The Ganaraska Forest Centre. The trailhead is across the field from the parking lot, on the north side by the map board.



Ganaraska Region Conservation Area (aka “Big G”, “The Ganny”) is likely Ontario’s largest bike trail area with 60+ kilometres to exploreA huge, multi-use trail system covers a wooded, northward-sloping incline with large, rolling hills.

If you want to ride forever, deep into the woods, this is the place to be! Cross-country distance cyclists will love it.

The main paths are wide access roads, some straight, taking you over large hills with gentle inclines, as well as long descents with some sandy stretches that slow you down. There are a few technical challenges, but nothing too nasty. For MTBs, this is a fast ride if you want it to be.

Or, if you are out for a Park style ride through the forest, feel free to meander along. There is plenty of space to do it! Wider tires are preferred with the soft ground.

Plenty of fun MTB loops can be found, but are spread over some distance. They flow well if…

 

Read more of this review in my MTB guidebook with topo maps and riding tips, available as an eBook or paperback.

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Ganaraska bike trail map

 

 

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