![]() ![]() Please be aware that hunting may occur in this area during any open season. Trail Disclaimer: As with all New York State Forest Preserve lands, the lands within the Wilmington Wild Forest are open to hunting (subject to all applicable laws and regulations). The Flume is open to the public and is a popular space to hike and explore, so remember to be aware of others while riding through these awesome trails. The Flume trails were created and maintained by volunteers, and it’s always a good idea to follow the rules of the trail and respect their hard work. The Flume Trail network contains the most total mileage of any trail network in the region and connects to Marble Mountain and Poor Man’s Downhill. The lower sections of the Flume Trails are smooth and flowing, but as you begin to gain elevation, the trail becomes more challenging and technical. The Flume Trails offer something for every rider with easy, moderate, and hard runs. The Flume Trail System is made up of nearly ten miles of open trails, with all but two open to mountain biking (Flume Knob and Bear’s Den Trail). ![]() The original, of course, is Wilmington’s Flume Trails. To understand why Wilmington became the mountain biking capital of the Adirondacks, we have to begin with the original. The reason? The irrefutably incredible mountain biking! Wilmington, NY is regarded as the “mountain biking capital of the Adirondacks”, a title that was certainly earned. So grab your bike and let’s ride our way through some of the best mountain biking trails in the Whiteface Region so you can experience them for yourself! There's a reason the mountain biking is famous here The Flume Trails And while the aforementioned elements of the region deserve every bit of the attention they receive, there is undoubtedly another reason that makes this part of the Adirondacks just so famous. Take a right turn on this trail and ride it 0.2 miles back to the trailhead.Flowing rivers, breathtaking mountains, unique attractions, and so much more make the Whiteface Region an obviously desirable destination for travelers. Cross the road at 10.2 miles, then meet up with the trail you started on. You'll ride through a super-D course with a few jumps and berms. Now, it's time for mostly downhill riding back to your car. You'll climb with some short descents interspersed along the way until about 8.5 miles in. If you miss this turn you'll end up back on the gravel road within 100 yards. After around a tenth of a mile the trail turns left. Follow this singletrack trail, crossing a primitive logging road then taking a right turn. Jump on the gravel road to your right and take it downhill for about a 50 yards, and you'll see a trail take off from the road to the right. Climb this trail for the next mile then, at 6.7 miles in, you'll come to an intersection (the same place you turned right at the 0.8 mile point of your ride). Once you see the gravel road, at about 5.6 miles, you'll notice a singletrack trail that parallels the road. Pick your way through the next 1/3 of a mile as the trail is a little rocky and technical, descending to another gravel road. You'll hit doubletrack for a short distance, then at 5.3 miles in, you'll see singletrack off to the right that you'll want to follow. Follow the East Ridge trail signs as you climb out of the church camp. You'll ride on private land for a short while, stay on the trail. You'll want to stay to your left as you pass two intersections. Next, you'll find yourself biking near a church camp. Follow this singletrack to avoid taking a detour on the Flume Trail. The Flume Trail does not allow bikes so you need to turn right on the gravel road and within 50 yards you'll see singletrack veering off to the left of the road. This is an easy place to get lost as the Flume Trail intersects at this point. You'll also see another trail crossing the road. Stay right and the next three miles are a nice combination of climbs and descents, true cross-country style.Īt 3.7 miles in, you'll come to a gravel road. Continue climbing, and at about 0.8 miles you'll find another junction. The trail starts out climbing from the parking lot and heads right at 0.2 miles.
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