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8.5 miles
Distance
664 ft
Climb
-663 ft
Descent
1,393 ft
High Point
1 ft
Altitude change
1,161 ft
Altitude min
1,227 ft
Altitude start
1,227 ft
Altitude end
-31.5%
Grade max
19.5%
Grade min
3 miles
Distance climb
4 miles
Distance down
1 mile
Distance flat
A short ride consisting of the trails built by (Nature Jim also known as Ort) that many say are the best throughout the park.
For a longer ride check out the full version of his trails here - https://www.trailforks.com/route/clawson-challenge/
Starting location is at the west end of Cherry Ridge Road which is right off of Clinton Road.
FYI - after turning off Clinton Rd onto Cherry Ridge the road turns to all dirt with some large holes, proceed another half mile to the starting area.
Be safe and enjoy
Detailed Description
Clawson Sampler is a 8 mile popular intermediate route located near Vernon New Jersey. This mountain bike primary route can be used both directions and has a moderate overall physical rating. This route includes 6 trails. This route climbs 664 ft with a max elevation of 1,393 ft then descends -663 ft.
Trail Issues on Route
- Significant Issue / Amber: 2 trails (newest: Apr 1, 2026)
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Stats
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Distance8 miles
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Avg time2 hr 52 min
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Altitude min1,161 ft
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Altitude start1,227 ft
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Altitude end1,227 ft
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Climb664 ft
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Descent-663 ft
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Grade max-31.5%
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Grade min19.5%
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Distance climb3 miles
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Distance down4 miles
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Distance flat1 mile
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Trails in Route
| 1 mile | |||||
| 2,966 ft | |||||
| 1,486 ft | |||||
| 2,648 ft | |||||
| 3,356 ft |
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Physical ratingModerate
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