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Bonnet Carre Spillway
29 reviews
3.41 of 5
There is one main loop connected with the original ATV trail and new sections that have been branched out. There are directional arrows and "flagging" which are intended to direct the rider in a clockwise direction. The very first loop is designed for beginners and is very easy riding - as you go farther in, the trails become more technical, however there are no obstacles that are impassible by even the most inexperienced rider. Please be mindful of other slower trail users and call out or ring a bell when approaching blind corners or intersections. Currently, one complete loop is approximately 4.5 miles. Future plans to cut new trail are in progress - the trail has potential to grow into 12+ mile system. For further trail or club information please contact Stu at info@nomambo.com or visit our website.
From N.O.: take I-10 west and exit onto I-310 south. From I-310, exit on to Airline Hwy (Hwy 61) west and head toward Norco. Just past the Shell Gas station on the left there will be signs for the Bonnet Care Spillway directing you to turn right onto the levee road. From there you can see the boat launch - park there and look to the north along the canal. The large bulletin board marks the trail head.
From B. R.: take I-10 east and exit heading south onto the 2nd LaPlace exit which is Hwy 51. Hwy 51
Summary: I know it’s easy for riders to come and ride the trail and see no one else there, over-growth of the summer months and think the trail is ‘neglected’ – not even close to say the least. The trail is ridden daily, and on the weekends the traffic is more (especially in the early morning and late evenings).
The trail has fully recovered from Katrina and has been for some time (actually not long after the storm passed the trail was rebuilt).
Like any wooded area in south Louisiana, daily storms and rain keep the trail in its worse condition. There have been several people who have chain sawed fallen trees recently and currently the only thing needed on the trail is peel back the normal summer growth of face-slappers.
In contrast to the previous poster, this trail is well supported by NOMAMBO, please check our website (www.nomambo.com) and our forum before posting uninformed reviews to the status of the trail. If we had as much enthusiasm in workdays as we do in people who complain of the trail in summer months we’d have the cleanest trail ever!
Recommended Route: Recently the prefered route is using the last Scramble race route that was held back in April: Begin near the pond in the front of the park (over the triangle grating bridge), when you get tot he first right-of-way cross over to the small bridge acrss the ditch to enter and ride the trail from the left to right or 'clockwise' direction. When return to the same first right-of-way turn towards the levee to climb up the levee to take the shell road back into the park. Approx. 5 miles 1 lap, intermediate riders should be able ride a lap about 30 mins or less.
Mosquitoes are not bad this year (keep your fingers crossed), humidty has been killer so ride early morning or late evening - bring water! Stay on the trail to avoid the abundance of poisonous plants.
Other recommended trails in the same area: If you live here, you should know. If you don't, check with a LBS. Eastbank Cyclery on Esplanade in Metairie are the local experts, ask for Eric.
Summary: It has been 2 years since anyone has written a review, so I thought it was time to give a review of the trail. It looks like the trail was at one time a fun and well thought out trail, but neglected for a few years. (I am sure due to the effects of Katrina) The first half of the trail (to the teeter totter) was well maintained and easily ridden. But past that point, the trail becomes over grown and had a few trees fallen over the trail.
My family and I relocated from the N.O. area and I would encourage the mountain bike community to try and make an effort to support the trail, it has the potential of being a great place to ride. The entire area is full of things to do for the whole family (fishing, swimming, BBQs ect.) and it is a great place to spend the weekend.
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Come see the only working man made teeter totter in South East Louisiana!
As of Saturday, June 4th the "Superfly Teeter" made by our local handy man and Norco Gangsta Frogger-X is open and ready to do business!
Be looking over the summer and into fall for a new 42" drop, a balance beam section over 40' long, and a "super secret woods run" to be coming to the trail.
We're looking to service both the freeride and the racer communities, so come on out to Norco and see what we're up to!
Recommended Route: As always, the trail, teeter, balance beams, jumps, berms and drops are all set up for CLOCKWISE RUNNING! Please, don't be a dink and run, walk, crawl or ride it backwards, it messes up the flow.
Other recommended trails in the same area: BR, Clear Springs, la la la
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Summary: Just rode this trail for the first time. Visiting family in the area. The trail is nice. You can get good speed for the first 2 miles, then it gets a little technical. Tight turns and about five 3'drops that are marked. It also has about 3 log jams(nothing to big). The trail is very bumpy with minimal roots, alot of little hills/bumps that work the full suspension well. It is only about 4.5 miles for one loop, I did two loops and then another two loops. It was a good ride. Average speed was about 12mph, time per lap was just under 22min. I'm from Mobile and would deffinately bring some friends along for the ride. The local club did an excellent job.
Recommended Route: Clockwise
Other recommended trails in the same area: If you don't mind driving a few hrs, Mobile,Al has two nice trails, USA trail off of Hillcrest and Chickasabogue park is good.
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Summary: Just rode this trail for the first time. Visiting family in the area. The trail is nice. You can get good speed for the first 2 miles, then it gets a little technical. Tight turns and about five 3'drops that are marked. It also has about 3 log jams(nothing to big). The trail is very bumpy with minimal roots, alot of little hills/bumps that work the full suspension well. It is only about 4.5 miles for one loop, I did two loops and then another two loops. It was a good ride. Average speed was about 12mph, time per lap was just under 22min. I'm from Mobile and would deffinately bring some friends along for the ride. The local club did an excellent job.
Recommended Route: Clockwise
Other recommended trails in the same area: If you don't mind driving a few hrs, Mobile,Al has two nice trails, USA trail off of Hillcrest and Chickasabogue park is good.
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