Biking
The Wayne National Forest has trails managed for mountain bikes in the Athens and Marietta Units of the Athens Ranger District. Mountain bikes are also allowed on the off-highway vehicle trails, but riders should stay alert and use caution when on these trails.
There are also opportunities to ride road bikes throughout the Wayne National Forest, including within the Lake Vesuvius Recreation Area.
Seasonal Trail Closures
Wayne National Forest mountain bike trails are open to foot travel year-round but are seasonally closed to mountain bike use from winter to early spring. Visit our Recreation page to see seasonal open and close dates for the current year.
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Kinderhook Horseback Riding System
Site Open
This is the Wayne National Forest's newest trail system which provides 12 miles of scenic riding. Horses, mountain bike riders, and hikers are welcome on this trail.The trail winds through some of…
Kinderhook Trailhead
Site Open
This is the Wayne National Forest's newest trail system which provides 12 miles of scenic riding. Horses, mountain bike riders, and hikers are welcome on this trail.The trail winds through some of…
Lamping Homestead Recreation Area
Site Open
In Monroe County, this area offers camping, picnicking, fishing, canoeing, and a scenic hiking trail. The site has six walk-in campsites, eight picnic sites, and a picnic shelter. There are two…
New Straitsville Trailhead
Site Open
This trailhead is part of the Monday Creek OHV System. The Monday Creek area of the Wayne National Forest provides some excellent opportunities for riding off-highway vehicles (OHVs).North of…
Scenic River Trailhead
Site Open
This trail connects with the North Country Trail and Leith Run Recreation Area. It's a scenic climb up the bluff to the ridges above the Ohio River and offers spectacular views. There are three…