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44.2 miles
Distance
10,643 ft
Climb
-7,568 ft
Descent
1 mile
High Point
3,073 ft
Altitude change
2,062 ft
Altitude min
2,126 ft
Altitude start
5,199 ft
Altitude end
1.318%
Grade
-53.143%
Grade max
52.552%
Grade min
23 miles
Distance climb
19 miles
Distance down
2 miles
Distance flat
M3 Access Road Details
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Riding AreaMendocino National Forest
Ukiah, California -
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Local Popularity5 in Mountain Biking [+]
- 5 in E-Biking
- 5 in Trail Running
- 5 in Hiking
- 5 in Dirtbiking
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- 5 in Horseback
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Trail TypeSingletrack
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Bike TypeGravel
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DirectionBoth Directions
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Dogs AllowedYes
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eBike AllowedYes up to Class 1
One of the main M access roads through the MNF. Suitable for most vehicles.
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Directions to m3-access-road trailhead
(39.325200, -122.866890)
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Routes with this trail
138 miles • 19,610 ft • 2 • Loop •
THE RIDE: We will do a loop starting out of potter valley up past lake pillsbury taking M3 for a little...
138 miles • 19,610 ft • 2 •
THE RIDE: Loop starting out of potter valley up past lake pillsbury taking M3 for a little while until we...
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Frequently Asked Questions About M3 Access Road
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Where is M3 Access Road located?
M3 Access Road is located in Mendocino National Forest, Ukiah, California, United States. It is part of the Mendocino National Forest trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 39.3252, -122.86689.
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What is the elevation gain for M3 Access Road?
M3 Access Road has 10,643 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 7,568 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 2,062 ft to 6,054 ft.
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Is M3 Access Road a point to point trail?
M3 Access Road is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is singletrack.
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How long is M3 Access Road?
M3 Access Road is 44.2 miles long. The trail type is singletrack.
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