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        Region Status
        Open as of May 1, 2025

        Stats

        Avg Trail Rating
        Trails (view details)
        34
        Trails Mountain Bike
        31
        Trails E-Bike
        19
        Trails Hike
        17
        Trails Trail Running
        17
        Total Distance
        15 miles
        Total Descent Distance
        7 miles
        Total Descent
        2,483 ft
        Total Vertical
        146 ft
        Highest Trailhead
        409 ft
        Reports
        234
        Photos
        50
        Ridden Counter
        10,889
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        Popular Sanford Mountain Biking Trails

        95 4.7 978 ft 0 ft 693
        Popular black diamond difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used downhill only. It features berm, drop and jump. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 3 minutes to complete this trail.
        95 5.0 679 ft 21 ft 549
        Popular black diamond difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions. It features berm, drop, rock face and rock garden. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 1 minutes to complete this trail.
        55 4.7 7 miles 913 ft 535
        One of the best Mountain Bike Parks in the greater Triangle. There are miles of technical single track here, with rock gardens, and switch backs that make riding here fun and challenging at the same time. There are also some awesome...
        90 5.0 1,955 ft 7 ft 523
        Popular green difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used downhill only. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 2 minutes to complete this trail.
        100 5.0 1,749 ft 0 ft 518
        is a moderate - first in flight type trail - all jumps are roll able and are easy to clear - provides good learning curve for introduction to JUMPS and flow
        100 5.0 1,358 ft 107 ft 508
        San Lee Gravity Park return trail - one direction - climb only
        60 5.0 200 ft 3 ft 458
        This is a bypass trail for to San Lee Gravity Park
        50 5.0 522 ft 0 ft 452
        Moderately popular green difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used one direction and has a easy overall physical rating with a 0 ft green climb. It features jump. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes minutes to complete this trail.

        Recent Ride Log Activity in Region

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

        Sanford Mountain Bike Routes

        51 miles 1,418 ft 2 Loop
        50 Mile gravel route near Sonford NC
        14 miles 1,623 ft 34
        15 miles 1,659 ft 48
        13 miles 1,323 ft 33
        11 miles 1,527 ft 24
        7 miles 855 ft 25

        Photos of Sanford Mountain Bike

        150 |
        Jan 15, 2024 @ 11:37am
        Jan 15, 2024
        100 |
        Sep 20, 2022 @ 8:10pm
        Sep 20, 2022
        102 |
        Jul 11, 2022 @ 6:25am
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        104 |
        Jul 11, 2022 @ 6:25am
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        106 |
        Jul 11, 2022 @ 6:25am
        Jul 11, 2022
        124 |
        Mar 13, 2022 @ 10:38am
        Mar 13, 2022
        134 |
        Mar 13, 2022 @ 10:38am
        Mar 13, 2022
        89 |
        Mar 13, 2022 @ 10:27am
        Mar 13, 2022
        115 |
        Mar 13, 2022 @ 10:25am
        Mar 13, 2022
        108 |
        Mar 13, 2022 @ 10:23am
        Mar 13, 2022
        94 |
        Mar 13, 2022 @ 10:18am
        Mar 13, 2022
        109 |
        Mar 13, 2022 @ 10:13am
        Mar 13, 2022

        Videos of Sanford Mountain Bike

        Andy taking a spill at San Lee
        0:12 | 363 | Jul 8, 2019
        Too old to send it
        0:10 | 696 | Mar 29, 2019
        Jump Line
        0:45 | 187 | Aug 16, 2018
        Mega Jump
        0:10 | 285 | Aug 16, 2018
        18' tabletop jump
        0:07 | 354 | Apr 26, 2016
        Shock and Awe jump line at San Lee park
        0:19 | 414 | Mar 12, 2016
        shock and awe
        0:16 | 123 | May 4, 2015
        New San Lee Line
        0:02 | 154 | Apr 11, 2015

        Recent Trail Reports

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        VGCpQhwishlistregionactivity #96863363
        Jun 13, 2026 @ 4:49am
        Jun 13, 2026
        jbar107wishlisttrailactivity #96679324 and 1 more
        Jun 10, 2026 @ 9:44am
        Jun 10, 2026
        VGCpQhwishlistregionactivity #96611921
        Jun 9, 2026 @ 9:41am
        Jun 9, 2026
        CorbinPADUXTwishlistregionactivity #96595697
        Jun 9, 2026 @ 4:17am
        Jun 9, 2026
        VGCpQhwishlisttrailactivity #96518306
        Jun 7, 2026 @ 8:23pm
        Jun 7, 2026

        Recent Comments

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        jeremymedeirostrailSan Lee Full TourIs probably the best trail within the...
        Aug 9, 2025 @ 6:51am
        Aug 9, 2025
        FalsereportDawgma SanctionsThank you
        Jun 2, 2025 @ 4:55pm
        Jun 2, 2025
        kNcYrLtrailGravity Canyonfun ups and downs, not for faint of heart
        May 18, 2025 @ 4:30pm
        May 18, 2025
        kNcYrLtrailSan Lee Full TourGreat park. Is there anything else close to...
        May 18, 2025 @ 4:28pm
        May 18, 2025
        kNcYrLtrailFreefallsuper techy and toughest part of loop if you...
        May 18, 2025 @ 4:26pm
        May 18, 2025

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        Activity Type Stats

        activitytypetrailsdistancedescentdescent distancetotal verticalratingglobal rankstate rankphotosreportsroutesridelogs
        Mountain Bike3113 miles2,195 ft6 miles148 ft
        #1,696#6314223417,135
        E-Bike1912 miles1,906 ft5 miles144 ft
        #5,380#1,6711731220
        Hike175 miles709 ft2 miles144 ft
        #11,321#4,044921659
        Trail Running175 miles709 ft2 miles144 ft
        #11,745#4,09321622

        Frequently Asked Questions About Sanford

        What are the best places to ride in Sanford?
        Sanford has 1 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
        What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Sanford?
        The highest rated mountain biking trails in Sanford are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by rating.
        What is the best time of the year to ride in Sanford?
        Based on ride log data, the most popular months to ride in Sanford are:
        • October (47 activities)
        • June (44 activities)
        • March (42 activities)
        Check the Sanford reports page for current trail conditions, recent trail reports, and seasonal information from the local community.
        Where can I park to ride in Sanford?
        There are 4 parking locations listed in Sanford. The most popular parking spots are: View all parking and trailhead locations on the map to plan your visit.
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