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LBL Biking
Cycling in LBL
Numerous trails are
available for biking, both cycling and mountain biking, throughout the Land
Between The Lakes
The Trace...
...is perfect for cycling. You'll find numerous paved roadways
leading you to all sorts of places off The Trace.
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Kentucky Lake Drive...
... is located off The Trace in northern LBL near Grand Rivers, Kentucky Lake Drive is
about three miles long and is the most scenic drive in LBL.
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North
End Hike & Bike Trail...
... is also good for cycling. This paved trail
parallels The Trace near Kentucky Lake Drive and is about two miles
long.
Mountain Biking in
LBL
The Canal Loop Trail is a 14.2 mile trail system that includes four connector trails to offer a variety of bike rides. The trail can be accessed from either the North Welcome Station Trailhead or the Kentucky Lake Drive Trail Access. The system provides options from 1.5 miles to
14.2 miles in distance and is popular because of the less strenuous terrain and scenic lake views.
It has an Easy to Moderate Rating and a 120-foot change in elevation.
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The northern portion of the North/South Trail, a 31-mile section, is open to mountain biking and connects the North Welcome Station with the Golden Pond Visitors Center. The point-to-point trail traverses ridge tops, bottomlands, and the shores of Kentucky Lake. Visitors can use this trail in conjunction with LBL's legal roads to make a series of shorter loops. Other opportunities include connecting to the Canal Loop Trail for a total of 45 miles.
The rating for this trail system is Easy to Advanced.
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Hillman Ferry Campground and
Piney Campground trails are available for use by campground patrons. They pass through scenic forests, beautiful lake vistas, and by old cemeteries.
Be sure to visit the
Golden Pond Visitor's Center for more information. If you plan to bike, be
sure to watch for signs at trailheads to make sure the trail is open for biking.
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