Review Date
April 13, 2009

Overall Rating
 4 of 5

Aerobic Difficulty
 2 of 5

Technical Difficulty
 2 of 5

Ridden Trail:
Once a week

Reviewed by: codydog1133 ,  Cross Country Rider

Summary:
Short and smooth which allows you to really fly, but be aware that the are usually a few hikers on the trail too. This is a great trail if you happen to be in the area or live near by. There are a few homemade stunts and jumps along the way that make it fun. This is a great trail for beginners since there are not too many hills, roots, and rocks.

Other recommended trails in the same area:
Fall Creek Falls Upper Loop

Review Date
December 5, 2008

Overall Rating
 4 of 5

Aerobic Difficulty
 2 of 5

Technical Difficulty
 2 of 5

Ridden Trail:
Once a week

Reviewed by: whatafall ,  Weekend Warrior

Summary:

The 'Nature Trail' is easy and smooth with occasional rocks or roots to dodge and some small climbs. Great 'out n back' while you are in the area kayaking or camping or for a short day after Fall Creek Falls.

There are now many improvised 'stunts' along the way if you keep your eyes peeled: log-rides or stacks to climb as well as some small jumps built along the straight sections. These may rot or be re-shaped over time but I ride each several times each lap to liven it up.

Recommended Route:
Either way - then make sure to turn and go back the other way to make it worthwhile. The jumps along the lake are for 'clockwise'.

Beginners often prefer the clockwise direction (starting left) as the hill will be more open instead of single-track.

Other recommended trails in the same area:
Ampitheater Trail if it's gets ridden again.
Moonshine Trails is next to it - too short unless you are there.

Otherwise go to Fall Creek Falls for the 13 mi 'overnight loop' - long, isolated, rooty, and fast.

Review Date
November 21, 2006

Overall Rating
 4 of 5

Aerobic Difficulty
 2 of 5

Technical Difficulty
 2 of 5

Ridden Trail:
Once a month

Reviewed by: lslug ,  Cross Country Rider

Summary:
Trail is short but fun. Don't drive to Rock Island specifically for this trail but if in the area bring your bike. If there are no hikers you can really let loose and fly on this trail but have to do multiple loops for a decent workout. If you want to get a tough workout do a loop and then ride the road down to the swimming area and climb back up, STEEP.

Recommended Route:
Fun either direction.

Other recommended trails in the same area:
Fall Creek Falls trails.

Review Date
November 12, 2001

Overall Rating
 1 of 5

Ridden Trail:
Ridden Once

Review Date
May 17, 2001

Overall Rating
 3 of 5

Ridden Trail:
Every few months