Bent Creek Experimental Forest has miles of trails that mountain bikers just getting into the sport can tackle and go home feeling good about their ride. Boyd Branch loop is one that is a good one to begin on. You start with a climb up the gravel logging road across from the campground connector/parking area and climb up to a single track downhill. This gives you a good blood pumping work out and the thrill of a single track downhill. Don’t be fooled that this is a trail to not pay attention on, stumps and rocks can spoil your down hill ride if you don’t keep your eyes on the trail.

If you would like to ride this trail or do some exploring on your own, click here for a copy of the Bent Creek Trail map http://www.srs.fs.usda.gov/bentcreek/new_maps_on-line!.htm.

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