![]() ![]() However, for anyone confident in their skills and practised at traversing rocks and roots on a bike, Paris is an excellent testing ground with some great downhill sections to reward the arduous climbs up. Most trails here are intermediate level and above in terms of skill and require a good amount of physical strength to climb, putting it as the most difficult ride on this list. However, on all other days of the week, the bike trails at Paris Mountain are a great spot for a ride. The park has a 6$ entry fee (a state park pass also works) and mountain bikes are not allowed in the park on Saturdays. Paris Mountain State Park, located just outside of Greenville, is a popular spot for hiking, swimming, and, of course, mountain biking. The only downside is that, no matter what trails you take, it’s always a climb to get out! The park has rooty and tight single-track trail rather than the smooth jumps and berms of a bike park, but there are plenty of areas where even a beginning rider can put their bike to good use. Issaqueena Forest near Clemson, SC hides an expansive trail system with a network of singletrack bike trail and fire roads alongside a small lake. The main trail can be steep and cover a lot of distance, but there are many access roads and entry points for riders who feel they are in over their heads. Additionally, the park features various other loops and optional trails, as well as hiking and fishing. ![]() The main JFA trail is a 6-mile, one-directional loop that changes direction each month. The main trail and the loops have many technical features, but every obstacle the park has to offer is doable to someone with only basic bike skills (or is avoidable through alternative pathways). Pleasant Ridge County Park is home to a long singletrack bike trail, as well as multiple shorter loops and even a downhill slalom course. The trail itself is fairly tame, but the ease of access for those living near downtown cannot be overlooked, and it is some of the nearest mountain biking to downtown Greenville. The best part is, the trail is short enough that walking out is no hassle and it can be lapped repeatedly for those looking for a longer workout. Sliding Rock has tight turns and some minor technical features like logs and rocks, but it is certainly doable for beginner level riders. Sliding Rock Creek Trail near Cleveland Park is a great way for riders to get a quick ride in just off the Swamp Rabbit Trail. Now, without further ado, my top 5 best biking spots in the Upstate: To help you decide which is right for you, I have also rated each by both trail and athletic difficulty ranking using the IMBA’s standard trail rating system, with green (easy), blue (intermediate), and black (difficult). In order to assist your search for a new ride location, here are my 5 favorite trails. That said, with so many possible biking locales, it can be difficult to know which one is the best for you. Mountain biking is a perfect sport for such a place, especially with the Southern Appalachians so close by. However, one thing that truly sets it apart is the abundance of outdoor spaces that permeate the region. The Upstate is home to a vast expanse of activities, be it excellent restaurants and breweries, beautiful downtowns, or various unique shops and businesses. 5 Places to Mountain Bike in the Upstate… ![]()
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