10.1 miles
Distance
1,435 ft
Climb
-1,437 ft
Descent
1,795 ft
High Point
-1 ft
Altitude change
998 ft
Altitude min
1,012 ft
Altitude start
1,010 ft
Altitude end
-30.8%
Grade max
63.5%
Grade min
5 miles
Distance climb
4 miles
Distance down
4,590 ft
Distance flat

9 Miles loop/out and back of Paris Mountain

Detailed Description
Paris Mountain Loop is a 10 mile popular intermediate route located near Greenville South Carolina. This mountain bike only route and has a moderate overall physical rating. This route includes 20 trails. This route climbs 1,435 ft with a max elevation of 1,795 ft then descends -1,437 ft.

Trail Issues on Route

  • Significant Issue / Amber: 1 trail (newest: Feb 2, 2025)
  • Minor Issue / Yellow: 3 trails (newest: Jun 4, 2026)
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Stats

  • Distance
    10 miles
  • Avg time
    1 hr 33 min
  • Altitude min
    998 ft
  • Altitude start
    1,012 ft
  • Altitude end
    1,010 ft
  • Climb
    1,435 ft
  • Descent
    -1,437 ft
  • Grade max
    -30.8%
  • Grade min
    63.5%
  • Distance climb
    5 miles
  • Distance down
    4 miles
  • Distance flat
    4,590 ft

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  • Riding area
    Paris Mountain State Park
  • Primary Activity
    Mountain Bike
  • Difficulty rating
    Blue
  • Route Type
    Out & Back
  • eBike Allowed
    No
  • Bike type
    AM, XC, Fat
  • Physical rating
    Moderate
  • Ridelogs
    140
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    Mi flatlander takes on the climb
    Mi flatlander takes on the climb
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