Alum Creek Beginner Loop Trail
Galena, Ohio
| Address: | ~6002-6090 Lewis Center Rd, Galena, OH 43021, USA |
| GPS: |
40°11'57.7"N 82°56'16.6"W Maps | Directions |
| State: | Ohio |
| Trail Length: | 2.00 miles |
| MTB Difficulty: | Intermediate |
| Trail Type: | Lariat |
| MTB Trail Type: | Singletrack |
Mountain Bike
This was previously listed under P1 but is worth a separate mention. It is very much less technical but has features and challenges to engage people new to the sport. Very well maintained. Courtesy of Singletracks.com
The Beginner loop trail is located across the street from Phase 1 trail parking lot. The trail can be rode in any direction. It is good for riders new to the sport or as a warm up before hitting the Alum Creek Phase 1 Trail. The trail was built and is maintained by COMBA (Central Ohio Mountain Bike Association). Courtesy of MTBProject.com
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Alum Creek Beginner Loop Trail Mountain Bike Trail, Lewis Center, Ohio
A nice and easy cross-country trail. Near Lewis Center, Ohio.
https://www.mtbproject.com/trail/4080948/alum-creek-beginner-loop-trailAlum Creek Beginner Trail
Alum Creek Beginner Trail is a singletrack mountain bike trail in Lewis Center, Ohio. View maps, videos, photos, and reviews of Alum Creek Beginner Trail bike trail in Lewis Center.
http://www.singletracks.com/bike-trails/alum-creek-beginner-trail/Never modify trail features. Ride trails when they're dry enough that you won't leave ruts. Speak up when you see others on the trail and always yield to hikers, horses, and others coming uphill. Always ride on the established trail.
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- Plan Ahead and Prepare
- Travel & camp on durable surfaces
- Dispose of waste properly
- Leave what you find
- Minimize campfire impacts
- Respect wildlife
- Be considerate of other visitors
Directions
From Galena, Ohio
- Head southwest on W Columbus St/S Old 3C Hwy toward West StContinue to follow S Old 3C Hwy(1.0 mi)
- Turn right onto Plumb Rd (0.5 mi)
- Turn left onto Worthington Rd (0.8 mi)
- Turn right onto Lewis Center RdDestination will be on the right(1.3 mi)
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