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A shorter Dark Mountain Loop with easy climbing and fun downhill flow.


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1.6

Miles

2.6

KM

100%

Singletrack

1,209' 368 m

High

1,063' 324 m

Low

158' 48 m

Up

154' 47 m

Down

4%

Avg Grade (2°)

15%

Max Grade (8°)

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E-Bikes Unknown

Overview

This route has a mellow climb for the first half, followed by over 0.5 miles of a mostly downhill run with swoopy bermed turns and rollers.

Need to Know

The trails close occasionally due to weather. If the forecast looks sketchy, head to the W. Kerr Scott USACE Facebook page or call the Visitors Center for the latest updates at (336) 921-3390.

Description

This ride starts and ends at the corner of the field across from the parking lot. Begin by crossing the bridge and following that to connect with the Lake Loop (#5), which joins from the left. Once the climb begins, you'll be going up consistently for about a half mile until an intersection with the Exit Trail Connector, which traverses across to the Green Meanie Downhill. Follow the signs at the intersection, staying right at a large bermed turn at some doubletrack. The last section of trail is pure fun, with some classic Wilkesboro bermed turns and fun, flowy rollers and jumps.

Contacts

Shared By:

Paul Stahlschmidt

Trail Ratings

  4.5 from 6 votes

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Photos

Exit Trail at Dark Mountain
Oct 13, 2017 near Millers…, NC
Jumpin' around on Dark Mountain's finale. Photo by Richard Fink.
May 19, 2013 near Millers…, NC
Swoosh.
Apr 17, 2016 near Millers…, NC
Dark Mountain Descent - #6 Exit Trail.
Mar 5, 2018 near Millers…, NC
Pink Panther.
Apr 17, 2016 near Millers…, NC

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