Name: Santa Fe Lake, North Trail
Rating: 4.4

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Family Friendly This is a great section to introduce beginners to singletrack, but is still great for experienced riders

Helmets are Required.

Do not ride when muddy. The lake manager regularly posts conditions if muddy on here and on Facebook.

Tall grass is burned in the winter, avoid riding those days. KSS will try to make users aware of these times.

$10-12 day use, $55 yearly pass. No horses or motorized vehicles. Bikes not allowed on the lake dam.

Overview

The North Trail is characterized by a combination of mostly flat singletrack and doubletrack sections, making it an accessible yet engaging route for a variety of skill levels. It's generally considered an easy trail, with minimal elevation gain (around 65-100 feet), few technical obstacles, and a smooth, flowing layout. The terrain features a mix of dirt access roads and tighter singletrack segments that twist through wooded areas, offering brief respites between the more dynamic sections. This design provides a balanced experience—enough challenge to keep it interesting for intermediate mountain bikers or hikers, but approachable for beginners or families.

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$10-12 day use fee, $55 Season Pass based on the calendar year.

Description

This side of the creek can be accessed from the north side parking lot or by using the low water bridge. The north side is a combination of three pieces of singletrack that are connected by access roads. It's a nice mix of flowing trail that has very few obstacles; it's great for beginners and experienced riders alike.