Reviewed by: darkmatter ,  Weekend Warrior

Summary:
Indian Cave is my current favorite trail. The climbs are long and steep, which means the descents are the same. As previous reviews have stated the horses tend to tear up the longest trail but there are still a good fifteen miles of trails that shouldn't ever see horses, although evidence would suggest otherwise. The nonhorse trails may get a little horse traffic but the trails are still in great shape. The park is weird because on any given weekend in october there will be atleast a thousand campers in the park. Last time I was there I thought the trails were going to be thick with horses, hikers, bikers, and backpackers, and while there were some people in the trees there weren't very many.
I personally feel that this park offers far more challenging mountainbiking than Ponca. Don't get me wrong, Ponca is sweet, just not as grueling.

Recommended Route:
Ride anywhere but be forewarned the horse trails are rough and rutted. If there are leaves on the ground the horse trails can have hidden suprises that make it dangerous.

Other recommended trails in the same area:
Lewis and clark, Platte River, Ponca

Reviewed by: Matthew Staub , from Maryville, MO

Summary:
This trail is hit and miss. During a busy weekend, horses destroy the longest trails and make climbing up clumpy ascents almost impossible, not to mention very frustrating. Bleed a little air out of your rear tire if you're riding a hardtail or you'll be slipping on the way up and skiing and bouncing the way down. Technically, this course isn't a problem. If you're out to RIDE, not jump over things, this is a great workout. Its nice to be able to ride yourself to exahaustion without worrying about being sharp enough to get your wheel over a log. There are virtually no log crossings and one or two ravines that get mushy from drainage. Also, descents have periodic ridges of dirt accumulation from erosion that make for little ramps that will inevitably give you some air, which makes you feel pretty hardcore. The trails are wide, so letting loose is easy, but watch for horses and their lingering contributions to the trail. The width of the trail means it isn't exactly singletrack in most places. These trails are steep, with lots of elevation change, and it makes a big difference which direction you attack it from. It is clear that these trails weren't initially geared for mountain biking; they are as much work as they are fun. Overall, its a great way to keep your heart rate up for as long as you'd like, but unlike other trails I've ridden, you notice how hard you're working. If you're in good shape, this will give you a straight on fitness challenge.

Recommended Route:
Park at trailhead 5 and weave your way around, ending at trailhead 6, crossing the road and back to your car. Get a map at the entrance and plan your route.

Other recommended trails in the same area:
Intense climbing that is a little more practical on a bike: Lewis and Clark (Council Bluffs)

Reviewed by: Chris , from Lincoln, NE

Summary:
Very hilly and wooded area. Downhills are great, but the uphills tend to get a little long and steep. If you don't ever get off of your bike here you are doing pretty well my friend. Good views of the Missouri to boot. The most difficult riding in Eastern Nebraska, I would say. Alot of people have been to Platte River- Check this out as well. Ponca near South Sioux City is similar riding.

Recommended Route:
Just find a trailhead and enjoy your ride down the hills. The ride back up is a be-atch.

Other recommended trails in the same area:
Platte River. Ponca- only two+ hours up Highway 75!! Just ride there dude!