Near Great Bear Long Loop
Start of the 5K singletrack; end of the 10k singletrack.
Near Great Bear Long Loop
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Great Bear Long Loop

4.5 (2 Ratings)
A nice, slightly rolling singletrack.
6.4
mi
Distance
433
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
BirdingFall ColorsRiver/Creek
Access Issues
Open year round, but trails are closed to foot traffic during the winter to keep the trails in good shape for x-country skiing and snowshoeing. Follow the "Friends of Great Bear" facebook pages for updates on when this change is implemented each year.

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
6.38mi
Distance
433ft
Elevation Gain
433ft
Elevation Loss
20%
Max Grade
469ft
High Point
356ft
Low Point
Path Type
Loop
Description
Follow the yellow arrows with "10K" written on them for this mellow singletrack loop that takes you through old tree farms and past abandoned buildings from the time the area was used to collect fresh spring water. The trail starts to the right of the covered sign right inside the park. Follow the arrows counterclockwise, starting out heading more or less north. The arrows are easy to follow. The trails can be muddy at times. Always be alert for other users and horseback riders. The trails are well maintained and most creeks and boggy areas have bridges. This loop is well-marked so you should have no trouble finding your way.

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