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        Herron Park is a non-motorised multiple use trail network. It's trails range from easy double-track to intermediate single-track. A few trail options can be shuttled from either Emmons Saddle or for the namesake trail, the Foy's to Blacktail trail (FTBT) you will drive to the top of Blacktail Mountain outside the town of Lakeside.
        Primary Trail Type: Cross-Country
        Shuttleable: YES
        Land Status: City Managed
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        Access Info:
        Parking area at Herron Park
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        Region Details
        • 14
        • 5
        • 18

        Region Status
        Caution as of May 23, 2026
        Local Trail Association

        Stats

        Avg Trail Rating
        Trails (view details)
        37
        Trails Mountain Bike
        37
        Trails Gravel Bike
        14
        Trails Adaptive Bike
        1
        Trails Winter Fat Bike
        10
        Trails Horse
        32
        Trails Hike
        37
        Trails Trail Running
        37
        Trails Backcountry Ski
        1
        Total Distance
        45 miles
        Total Descent
        8,390 ft
        Total Vertical
        3,383 ft
        Highest Trailhead
        6,723 ft
        Reports
        384
        Photos
        120
        Ridden Counter
        8,188

        Popular Herron Park Mountain Biking Trails

        100 4.2 2 miles 631 ft 527
        A nice trail with lots of character. Best done as an out-and-back.
        100 2.0 2 miles 44 ft 409
        Popular green difficulty mixed. This multi-use trail can be used both directions and has a easy overall physical rating with a 44 ft green climb. On average it takes 11 minutes to complete this trail.
        100 4.0 2 miles 234 ft 381
        Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions and has a moderate overall physical rating with a 234 ft blue climb. On average it takes 7 minutes to complete this trail.
        95 0.0 4,580 ft 0 ft 281
        Like it's name implies it is the route back to the trailhead.
        95 0.0 820 ft 30 ft 237
        Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 2 minutes to complete this trail.
        100 4.5 1 mile 291 ft 219
        Popular green difficulty doubletrack. This multi-use trail can be used downhill primary and has a easy overall physical rating with a 291 ft green climb. On average it takes 13 minutes to complete this trail.
        90 3.5 2,126 ft 0 ft 218
        This is a short little stretch of two track that begins to narrow into single track towards the top end of the section. A couple short, but moderately demanding climbs at the beginning. Lots of hikers, runners and sometimes horses, so...
        90 0.0 1,752 ft 39 ft 185
        Popular green difficulty family friendly singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions and has a easy overall physical rating with a 39 ft green climb. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 1 minutes to complete this trail.

        Recent Ride Log Activity in Region

        Today
        • 0 rides
        Yesterday
        • 1 rides
        Past Week
        • 15 rides

        Herron Park Mountain Bike Routes

        2.0 11 miles 1,113 ft 2 Shuttled
        This option is the longest, with many amazing viewpoints along the way. This route is over 80% single-track.
        15 miles 2,626 ft 3
        road up to the FTBT trail, then singletrack back down
        7 miles 984 ft 6
        good fun for a quick evening schralp
        25 miles 3,730 ft 6 Loop Race
        This course is going to test every rider’s legs as well as their trail riding abilities. We are going to...
        3 miles 456 ft 5
        4 miles 674 ft 5

        Photos of Herron Park Mountain Bike

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        Aug 18, 2025 @ 4:18pm
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        Aug 18, 2025 @ 4:17pm
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        46 |
        Aug 18, 2025 @ 4:05pm
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        52 |
        Jul 18, 2025 @ 8:00pm
        Jul 18, 2025
        81 |
        Aug 24, 2023 @ 4:24pm
        Aug 24, 2023
        95 |
        Jul 26, 2023 @ 3:59pm
        Jul 26, 2023
        68 |
        Jul 26, 2023 @ 3:58pm
        Jul 26, 2023
        142 |
        Jun 23, 2021 @ 6:05pm
        Jun 23, 2021
        187 |
        Jun 23, 2021 @ 5:24pm
        Jun 23, 2021
        175 |
        Jun 23, 2021 @ 5:23pm
        Jun 23, 2021
        193 |
        Jun 23, 2021 @ 5:23pm
        Jun 23, 2021

        Videos of Herron Park Mountain Bike

        0:21 | 64 | May 28, 2023
        switches
        2:07 | 97 | Aug 17, 2017
        Foys
        0:45 | 138 | Aug 17, 2017
        chase
        2:56 | 86 | Aug 17, 2017
        Notch
        3:56 | 40 | Aug 17, 2017
        HerronLoops
        0:53 | 53 | Aug 17, 2017
        Valley Livin - Strahan Loken
        trail: Family
        0:44 | 282 | Jul 21, 2016
        Lower Wolf Creek, Echo Broken Leg
        2:27 | 49 | Mar 9, 2015

        Recent Trail Reports

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        brooksbolingerriddentrailactivity #96930319
        Jun 13, 2026 @ 6:00pm
        Jun 13, 2026
        seandonmtwishlisttrailactivity #96919258
        Jun 13, 2026 @ 3:01pm
        Jun 13, 2026
        ZIZIZITwishlistregionactivity #95686850
        May 27, 2026 @ 10:24pm
        May 27, 2026
        brian-miller-ftbtaddreportactivity #95372230 and 1 more
        May 23, 2026 @ 6:38pm
        May 23, 2026
        Krash1addreportactivity #94590472 and 5 more
        May 12, 2026 @ 4:07pm
        May 12, 2026

        Recent Comments

        usernametypetitlecommentdate
        MASCOWBELLtrailEmmons RidgeQuality machine-built (2024) trail by Foys to...
        Oct 2, 2025 @ 8:25pm
        Oct 2, 2025
        SamWIvpnetrailUpper Plum Cr. RoadVery overgrown at the top, with some pucker...
        Jul 3, 2024 @ 8:02pm
        Jul 3, 2024
        Craigch78trailChase Overlook TrailBlue trail absolutely!
        Aug 3, 2022 @ 7:42pm
        Aug 3, 2022
        sciencebillmttrailConnectorMud and snow..
        Mar 12, 2022 @ 12:42pm
        Mar 12, 2022
        sdiamondtrailUpper Plum Cr. RoadThis trail starts on a double track forest...
        Jun 27, 2021 @ 1:55pm
        Jun 27, 2021

        Nearby Areas

        namedistance
        Lone Pine State Park 4 96.2 km
        Somers Beach State Park 26.4 km
        Legacy Bike Park 7 5 11 310.2 km
        Harrell Forest Community Trails 413.8 km
        Crane Mountain Trails 1 19 12 216.4 km

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        Activity Type Stats

        activitytypetrailsdistancedescentdescent distancetotal verticalratingglobal rankstate rankphotosreportsroutesridelogs
        Mountain Bike3745 miles8,389 ft20 miles3,383 ft
        #3,706#1,28711338464,796
        Gravel Bike148 miles308 ft2 miles951 ft
        #1,935#1,013110121
        Adaptive Bike11 mile171 ft236 ft
        #1,940#1,0166
        Winter Fat Bike1011 miles2,247 ft5 miles3,373 ft
        #1,935#1,01385
        Horse3236 miles5,551 ft14 miles3,383 ft
        #1,110#5672592
        Hike3745 miles8,389 ft20 miles3,383 ft
        #1,102#5547385329
        Trail Running3745 miles8,389 ft20 miles3,383 ft
        #3,592#9803855577
        Backcountry Ski15 miles909 ft2 miles305 ft
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        Frequently Asked Questions About Herron Park

        What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Herron Park?
        The highest rated mountain biking trails in Herron Park are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by rating.
        What is the best time of the year to ride in Herron Park?
        Based on ride log data, the most popular months to ride in Herron Park are:
        • July (142 activities)
        • August (82 activities)
        • June (82 activities)
        Check the Herron Park reports page for current trail conditions, recent trail reports, and seasonal information from the local community.
        Where can I park to ride in Herron Park?
        There are 2 parking locations listed in Herron Park. The most popular parking spots are:
        What is the longest trail in Herron Park?
        The longest trail in Herron Park is Lower Foy's To Blacktail at 7.5 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
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