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2,103 ft
Distance
33 ft
Climb
-69 ft
Descent
1,228 ft
High Point
-35 ft
Altitude change
1,159 ft
Altitude min
1,194 ft
Altitude start
1,158 ft
Altitude end
-1.7%
Grade
-15.7%
Grade max
16.5%
Grade min
509 ft
Distance climb
1,145 ft
Distance down
449 ft
Distance flat
Walsingham Details
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Activities
- Mountain Bike
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- Hike
- Trail Running
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Riding AreaBlevins Gap Preserve
Huntsville, Alabama -
Difficulty Rating
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Local Popularity25 in Mountain Biking [+]
- 5 in Trail Running
- 5 in Hiking
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Hiking SAC ScaleT1 Hiking
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Trail TypeSingletrack
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Bike TypeAM, XC
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DirectionBoth Directions[+]
- Both Directions for E-Biking
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Climb DifficultyBlack Diamond
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Physical RatingModerate
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Dogs AllowedYes
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eBike AllowedYes up to Class 1
Walsingham Trail: The Cyclist's Corridor
The Walsingham Trail serves as the easiest and most bike-friendly access point into the northern network of Blevins Gap Preserve, making it a favorite for local mountain bikers seeking a smoother ride.
Key Trail Characteristics
Conducive to Biking: Walsingham Trail is a relatively flat, smooth, and wide path that maintains an excellent tread, allowing for continuous and enjoyable cycling. It offers a great opportunity for riders to get up to speed before committing to a longer loop.
Open, Peaceful Forest: This trail winds through open old-growth forest, providing a peaceful, immersive experience. It is named for its proximity to Walsingham Road and provides a quiet entry into the preserve system.
⚠️ The Gateway Constraint: While the Walsingham Trail itself is excellent for biking, it is essential for users to know that it primarily functions as a connector to the preserve's other northern trails—including Chittamwood and Fanning trails. The vast majority of these connecting trails are steep, rocky, and technical, making them primarily suitable for hiking.
Loop Potential For mountain bikers, Walsingham is best used as an out-and-back ride or as the most accessible segment of a larger loop that may require dismounting and pushing on other trails.
If you are looking for a gentle, fast, and flowing stretch of singletrack ideal for mountain biking within Blevins Gap North, the Walsingham Trail is your best starting point.
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(34.672770, -86.524940)
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Frequently Asked Questions About Walsingham
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Where is Walsingham located?
Walsingham is located in Blevins Gap Preserve, Huntsville, Alabama, United States. It is part of the Blevins Gap Preserve trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 34.67277, -86.52494.
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How hard is Walsingham?
Walsingham is rated as Black Diamond difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The average grade is 1.7%. The climb difficulty is rated Black Diamond.
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What is the elevation gain for Walsingham?
Walsingham has 33 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 69 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 1,159 ft to 1,228 ft.
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Is Walsingham a point to point trail?
Walsingham is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is singletrack.
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