Slide Run East Trailhead – Snowshoe Bike Park loop from Snowshoe
Slide Run East Trailhead – Snowshoe Bike Park loop from Snowshoe
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Slide Run East Trailhead – Snowshoe Bike Park loop from Snowshoe
04:33
81.9km
1,500m
Road cycling
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.
Last updated: May 1, 2026
Waypoints
Start point
Bus stop
Get Directions
23.6 km
Clover Lick Depot
Highlight • Historical Site
There is currently no bathroom facilities here.
Tip by
77.3 km
Slide Run East Trailhead
Highlight • Trail
Tip by
80.6 km
Snowshoe Bike Park
Highlight • MTB Park
Tip by
81.9 km
End point
Bus stop
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
53.4 km
27.8 km
855 m
Surfaces
71.1 km
10.2 km
683 m
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Elevation
Highest point (1,470 m)
Lowest point (700 m)
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Description
Let's be upfront: the "Slide Run East Trailhead – Snowshoe Bike Park loop from Snowshoe" is listed as a racebike route, but it is absolutely not suitable for road cycling. This is a challenging, difficult 50.9-mile (81.9 km) route with 4935 feet (1504 metres) of elevation gain, estimated to take 4 hours and 32 minutes, designed for mountain bikes, not road bikes. If you're looking for a serious mountain biking adventure in a renowned park, this loop might be for you; if you're on a road bike, you'll need to look elsewhere.
What to expect on Slide Run East Trailhead – Snowshoe Bike Park loop from Snowshoe
This route takes you through the heart of the Snowshoe Bike Park, an area characterized by rugged, off-road terrain. Expect to encounter machine-groomed trails, berms, jump lines, and expert sections with natural and man-made features like steep hills, rocks, roots, and drops. The 1.6-mile Slide Run Trail itself is a singletrack with significant elevation changes, clearly built for mountain biking and trail running. While the Appalachian Mountain scenery offers beautiful forest views, a road cyclist would find the terrain impassable and the constant navigation of obstacles would severely detract from any scenic enjoyment. This is a route for experienced mountain bikers seeking technical challenges and thrilling descents.
Planning your visit
If you're planning to road cycle in the Snowshoe area, you'll need to explore paved public roads outside of the dedicated mountain bike park and its trail systems. The Snowshoe Bike Park is specifically designed for mountain biking, offering diverse downhill and backcountry experiences, often with chairlift access for riders and their bikes. While there is a distinct "Snowshoe Walking/Biking Path" that is gentler and suitable for casual rides, it is not this specific loop. For mountain bikers, check the park's operating hours and any permit requirements before heading out, as conditions and access can vary seasonally.
Trail details
- Distance: 50.9 miles (81.9 km)
- Elevation gain: 4935 feet (1504 metres)
- Difficulty: difficult
- Estimated time: 4 hours and 32 minutes
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