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Egypt Valley
12 reviews
3 of 5
state game area closed during hunting season, hardpack with jumps, wooden bridges,single track
North of Grand rapids on 131 exit twords cannonsberg,
continue east on cannonsberg road about 4 mi, turn right on egypt valley road, about 2 1/2 miles turn left on dirt road park in lot on right, trail head begins accross the road,
Summary: This is a great trail for varied skill levels. Not too technical for beginners, fast if you're experience and want to time yourself. It's really, really, really busy after work on week days, but riders are generally not too slow. A few surprises along the way: you'll ride through a river (not difficult) right away and occasionally a long descent will end in a sharp turn. Nothing too crazy out there, and if you go off the trail you'll fall in the soft sand. A final note: don't be too intimidated by the guys in all the expensive (new) gear. Take your trusty Gary Fisher and pass the fashion show on the trail.
Recommended Route: This trail is not in Grand Haven, as the site indicates. It's near 4 mi. and Egypt Valley. You'll see cars parked all along the road near the trail head. Take the trail and turn RIGHT when it leads you to a dirt road. Turn LEFT the second time you hit the dirt road. Turn RIGHT the third time you come to it. Right, left, right.
Other recommended trails in the same area: Cannonsburg Ski Area, Robinettes.
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Review Date July 16, 2002
Overall Rating 4 of 5
Ridden Trail: Once a week
Visitors rate this review 5.00 of 5,
1 votes
Reviewed by: Cook
, from Holland
Summary: I really like this trail. If you use skinny tires lean back. I only learned this after about 4 times of falling through the sand. There is a few big sand spots but overall the track is great. It is fun and a workout. I would not recommend this if you have never rode before other than that it great. Lots of good hills (up and down). Remember one thing though. RIGHT, LEFT, RIGHT!!! Right at first Road, Left at second road, right at last road. If you go by yourself you better remember that one thing or you will find yourself trail hunting. Total trail for average to good rider should take around 32-40 minutes to ride. I rate it a 4 because if you take the cool things and the bad things and weigh them together this trail is great but not the best.
Recommended Route: Only one route.
Other recommended trails in the same area: Yankee, Bass Creek, Ft. Custer
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Review Date June 23, 2001
Overall Rating 5 of 5
Ridden Trail: Once a month
Reviewed by: Brandon
, from Byron Center MI
Summary: I fell in love with this trail during the first mile and it didnt stop pleasing. the terrain is perfect, some tricky sand, some large uphills and a few downhills, even some cool jumps. the scenery is beautiful! lots of wildlife in the area as well. so far this is the best trail i've encountered yet.
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Review Date May 29, 2001
Overall Rating 4 of 5
Ridden Trail: Once a week
Reviewed by: Cramer
, from Grand Rapids
Summary: For starters... This trail isn't in Grand Haven. Also, there is another set of reviews on mtbr for this trail under the name "Canonsberg State Game Area" because that's what this trail is really called. A good trail to ride if you live in GR. Not too far and you don't have to pay. It's super busy on weekdays right after work but most riders are pretty fast so they don't get in your way too much. It's also a great trail to introduce people to mountain biking because it's not too difficult technically and beginners can bail out early.
Recommended Route: follow the signs
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Review Date April 17, 2000
Overall Rating 3 of 5
Ridden Trail: Once a week
Visitors rate this review 1.00 of 5,
1 votes
Reviewed by: Spanky
, from Wyoming
Summary: Spandex everywhere!!! The parking lot is a wannabe paradise. I unfortunatly went last week during one of the best days this year and so did all the middle aged pertty boys with $2500 bikes. The trail during the week day is best, avoid weekends when your dad goes.
Recommended Route: Follow the other guys
Other recommended trails in the same area: Robinettes Applehaus, Yankee Springs
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