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Rules for Using the Mountain Bike Trails

 

These trails were built for mountain biking but are open to hikers as well. 

Bikers should always yield to hikers!

 

The following guidelines are adopted from the International Mountain Biking Association (IMBA):

· Ride on OPEN trails only.  This means no riding on wet or muddy trails.  You leave ruts that hold water.  Please allow 2 full days after a good rain for the trail to dry out.

· Leave no trace.  Pack out all of your trash and DON'T RUT THE TRAIL!

· Control your bike.  Ride within your limits so you don't endanger yourself or others.

· Always yield trail.  Bikes must yield to hikers and walkers.

· Never scare animals.

· Plan ahead.  Try to anticipate what will happen next.

· ALWAYS wear a helmet.

 

Frequently Asked Questions

 

WHAT KIND OF BIKES CAN I USE ON THE TRAILS?        Any hybrid, mountain or cross bike can be used.  Road bikes are not advised because of their smaller tires.  Any bike with suspension and/or bigger tires will work best for absorbing bumps and jumps on the trail.

 

WHAT SHOULD I WEAR?     Dress for the weather.  Helmets are required.  Padded shorts, glasses and gloves are recommended.  Bring a water bottle or hydration system.  During the summer months you may want bug spray or poison ivy protection.

 

WHEN CAN I RIDE?   The trails are open during normal park hours, from half-hour before sunrise until half-hour after sunset.  The trails are open year round.

 

HOW CAN I FIND OUT THE LATEST TRAIL CONDITIONS?   The latest trail conditions are posted on the Ohio Mountain Bike Association website.

 

ARE THERE SPECIAL TRAIL ACTIVITIES?       Group rides, races and trail building activities are posted on the trailhead kiosk, on the Miami Valley Mountain Bike Association (MVMBA) site and forum on the Ohio Mountain Bike Association website.

 

For more information on the bike trail

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