HOME > TRAIL GUIDES > ILLINOIS > SIUE

SIUE

Location: Edwardsville, Illinois
Ride Type: Many Trails To Choose
Trail Type: Single Track 100%
Distance: 5.30 miles (8.53 KM)
Duration: not specified.
Elevation Gain: not specified.
Climbing: Rolling Terrain
Skill Level: Beginners
User Density: not specified.

Trail Description:
Tight and twisty, all dirt singletrack. 2 separate loops built partially on the former site of an outdoor amphitheater from the 1970’s. Moderate elevation gains, and tight forest make for good twisty rides. Easily accessible from the numerous bike paths that intertwine the metro-east, so driving to this trail is not required. Not recommended immediately following rain due to the dirt surface, and low elevation of these trails. These trails are great fun for everyone from the beginner to the advanced rider.

How to get there:
Take hwy 255 North past Interstate 270, to New Poag Road. Turn Right or East at the end of the exit ramp. Stay on New Poag Road. until the first intersection with a 4 way stop sign. This will be University Drive. Turn Right onto University Drive. The road will immediately bend to the left at the end of the turn is a gravel road on your right, turn onto the gravel road. Follow the rock road past the hedgerow on your left, the road will make a 90 Degree turn to the right and then back to the left, then it will dead end. The Northernmost Trailhead is located at the 90 degree corner of the woods near that dead end.

Additional Notes:
More info and maps available at: http://www.gor