I am central jersey so these are great starts for me! Thanks so much
for the advice!


--- In njmountainbiking@yahoogroups.com, "Carlos" <c_e_tamayo@...>
wrote:
>
> Denise,
> I would not consider Round Valley a novice ride. Maybe I've always
> taken the hard trails with ridiculous climbs and obstacles galore.
Fun
> for some, but discouraging to a beginner.
>
> Lewis Morris Park in Morristown is a very nice, relatively large
place
> to ride. The trails are well marked and maintained. Very well suited
> to intermediate rider. It has some moderate climbing but no real
> technical obstacles. The website url:
> http://parks.morris.nj.us/index.asp
>
> In the Franklin (southern Somerset County) area there is Six Mile
Run.
> There is a trail network leading to it from Rt 27. Much smaller in
> area, not marked, but many loops an connector trails. These trails
> will lead all the way to the Raritan Canal. Other than a few bridge
> crossings, which you can walk over, this place is also suited to
> intermediate riders. Try this url:
> http://sports.groups.yahoo.com/group/Franklin_Park_Trail_Riders
>
> In between the two, in Bridgewater/Martinsville area, is Washington
> Valley Park, commonly known as Chimney Rock. This place is a LOT of
> fun, but has many technical elements, particularly rocks and logs.
> There are some less challenging trails, but they are hard to find,
as
> the place is mostly unmarked.
>
>
> I don't know what part of the state you're in, but wherever you
ride,
> try to go with someone who knows the trails. It's always more fun
when
> you're NOT lost, and a guide can choose trails matched to your
> ability, while still challenging and fun. Forums like this and
> mtbr.com can help you find rides in your area.
>
> Happy Trails,
>
> Carlos
>
>
> --- In njmountainbiking@yahoogroups.com, Denise <dapriledenise@>
wrote:
> >
> > I am a novice mountain biker looking for some decent intermediate
> trails to start out on. Does anyone have any advice on trails such
as
> Round Valley or Allamuchy? WOuld these be too difficult to start
on?
> Thanks for any help!
> >
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