The Texas Forts Trail Region offers numerous opportunities for the bicycling enthusiast - whether you are a self-proclaimed "mountain bike maniac" or simply looking for a way to enjoy the great outdoors. Within the Forts Trail Region you can enjoy scenic road rides, trails in state parks, community-developed trails and off-road experiences! The following list is just a beginning of the biking resources within the region:
San Angelo State Park
Guidance from Texas Parks and Wildlife "Bike Texas" brochure:
60+ miles, mostly singletrack
Some rocky and uphill , creek crossings and a range of flat dirt trails
San Angelo State Park has more than 60 miles of trails winding through various stream beds near by the Concho River, over hills, along cliff faces and down tasty downhill runs. At the junction of several ecological zones, the park remains undeveloped, with pecan trees growing along the river bottoms and impressive wildflower blooms in the spring. Riders will want to make sure of their own limitations before availiang themselves of the tremendous mileage. For periods during hunting season in November and December, the park closes to non-hunters; when it rains, the trails need time to dry out.
Lake Mineral Wells Trailway - Rails to Trails
Guidance from Texas Parks and Wildlife "Bike Texas" brochure:
The picturesque 20-mile Mineral Wells Trailway has an improved surface suitable to both fat mountain bike and skinny road tires. The route cuts through farm and ranchland, connecting the town of Weatherford to the downtown district of Mineral Wells. Other access points are in Garner and the park itself. Mineral Wells State Park also has 12 miles of mountain biking on a multi-use jeep trail that has flat sections and some rolling hills. Both the trailway and jeep track are closed after it rains.
San Saba, TexasAt least six trails are offered in San Saba County - from a seven-mile beginner's route to an eighty- mile advanced route. Routes will take you through some of the most scenic countryside in central West Texas. Trail scenery and experiences include numerous historic bridges, including the Old Regency Bridge, The Wedding Oak, and pecan orchards.
Biking Resources
Other biking links and resources to enjoying the Texas Forts Trail Region!
MountainBikeTx.com - with listings for more than 135 trails, parks and ranches, 150+ bike shops, and over 20 associations