IR 81

Trail 81 begins with a steep, shelfy descent along scenic rock walls, where loose rocks cover much of the trail surface. When riding clockwise, there's an unmarked right turn about 0.6 miles in that is easy to miss, otherwise you'll keep descending down to the town of Powhatan. After making the correct turn, the trail advances in difficulty, climbing sharply through rutted terrain with loose rock of all sizes. It narrows along a shelf, weaving through forested terrain with loamy soil and scenic rock outcroppings at the trail's edge. A few major rock obstacles stand out: one is a rock shelf up to 3 feet tall on a very steep incline, approached through ruts and holes; another is a rock shelf next to a root band that makes traction more difficult. This trail is suited for highly skilled riders looking for a fun challenge.