Fresh/Loose SnowThese trails get a lot of foot traffic and do not get groomed, so they may not be pleasant to ride on in the winter.
Don't forget to purchase your annual
Dane County mountain bike trail pass. This pass is required to ride at Badger Prairie, Seminole, and Camrock. You can now buy a pass at the electronic kiosk at the Badger Prairie dog park (although you will have to mail in a receipt to receive your permanent pass.)
Sandy
1/5/2022 8:51 AM
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Middleton, WI -
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Packed SnowTrail Conditions: Groomed all the trails on 1/24, including Switchbacks. Snow is soft...run low pressure.
Special update: It's FAT BIKE-ONLY season: You must use a "fat bike" (i.e., tires 3.8 inches or more). Learn more and check out the map at:
Winter Fat Biking Riding on man-made snow is prohibited, except where indicated. Dirt from your tires is bad for the snow and the skis.
All winter trail closures: Ziggy Down, Upper Springs. Switchbacks is now out-and-back only (or down and up). TWO-WAY in the winter only: Fence Line, Ziggy Up, Creekside, Springs
Biking Tip: What does "Freeze/Thaw" mean? The trails are open to ride when temps are below freezing (e.g., mornings), and closed when the temps are warmer, and/or when the sun is shining on them. Please use good judgment this time of year. If you're leaving a rut, it's not the time to be riding.
Club calendar: Calendar details are here
Membership is required to ride at Blackhawk: Join at
Memberships Rates are ($25 student/$45 single/$90 family)” fees go back to help build and maintain trails.
For more information: Check out the Blackhawk webpage
Blackhawk Mountain Biking, like us on
Facebook or Email bike@blackhawkskiclub.org with questions or comments.
Patrick Remington
1/24/2022 6:45 PM
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Blue Mounds, WI -
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Fresh/Loose SnowGneiss, Schist, and Overload have all been snowshoed. Will need a day to set up, but will be sweet riding when it does.
Hikers and trail runners: When possible please stay to the side of the trail to avoid creating "post holes" on the tread surface that negatively affect the experience for other trail users when the snow thaws and refreezes into place. Over Lode is a great option for hikers in the winter. Thanks!
Consider the trails closed if temps go above 32°F, or 29°F in sunlight, or as conditions warrant. Check the weather before you head out, and make a backup plan.
Help by keeping the trails clear of sticks and loose rocks, and reporting obstacles and other issues. Please carry out anything you carry in. Pets must stay on-leash, and their waste leaves with their owner. Check the WDNR website and follow all WDNR guidelines.
Dirkhorne
1/23/2022 9:58 PM
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Cambridge, WI -
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Fresh/Loose SnowAwesome powder conditions. About five inches of freshies. Enjoy. This fluff and cold will be hard to set a firm trail.
The new Mayors skills area is riding awesome as well!
Oh and join/donate to CORP if you are lovin' these trails! That's how you get more of them !!!
TheMayor1
1/23/2022 11:34 AM
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Cambridge, WI -
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CautionIcy, snow covered, and generally variable conditions. Conditions change too fast to post updates so just use caution and evaluate before riding.
New skill features this year. Can You master them? This is a great place to work on skills like doubles, berms, and how to hit a drop.
Note: 'CamRock Bike Park' is the skills park at the North end of CamRock only. Conditions at the bike park may not represent the entire CamRock trail system!
TheMayor1
12/28/2021 12:36 AM
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Cross Plains, WI -
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VariableRider groomed. More fat tire traffic will improve conditions.
We are now up to 4 miles of single track! For some additional mileage park in the lot at Main St and Lagoon St and follow the Zander Park Boardwalk to the MTB trailhead.
Don't forget to like our Facebook page "
Cross Plains MTB".
nor
1/23/2022 4:31 PM
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Middleton, WI -
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Packed SnowTrails: Groomed on 1/24.
Update on CXC Trail Head: It is open, but the parking lot is restricted to SKIERS ONLY for this season. Parking is limited at the skiers pay a fee for access. Fat bike users can park on Schwartz Road at the base of the hill (before the CXC gate) and ride up to the trail head. Follow the signs for fat biking.
The CXC property north of the trails is currently closed to biking. Much of it is still private property with easements for skiing access, and respecting the wishes and rights of the landowner is vital to one day hopefully having access. Please stay on the established mountain bike trails on the Pleasant View property.
Rwill
1/24/2022 6:50 PM
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Fitchburg, WI -
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Packed SnowAir down! Rewind, North Woods, Bottoms Up, Dizzy, Lake View are rider groomed, the rest have variable traffic but FUN if you like freshies, all getting better with time. 3+ inches of fresh fluffy snow on top of a hard packed surface. Enjoy when below freezing.
New Wood Feature on Pork Chop ,if you chose to go over it, MANDATORY DROP - YOU CANNOT ROLL OVER IT!
Gary S
1/23/2022 4:21 PM
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Sun Prairie, WI -
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Packed SnowPlease use good judgement and don't ride if you're leaving ruts. Please don't ride on the trails when they are wet or soft.
Keep in mind new work completed on the wooden steps on the decent heading towards the middle woods. Installed 8’ wide railroad tie steps for a wider platform and for an easier progression.
Reminder: the main trail is the easy route and marked with green signs. The blue sections require a little more skill. If you are unsure, walk them first and then give them a try.
C.Otter
1/4/2022 4:05 PM
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These trail conditions are updated by humans who care, and are subject to change at any time. ALWAYS use good judgment when using the trails, and don't ride if you are leaving ruts.
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