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This 12-mile loop combines all three DORBA Loops at Cedar Hill State Park!


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Map Key

11.1

Miles

17.9

KM

95%

Singletrack

638' 194 m

High

531' 162 m

Low

510' 155 m

Up

509' 155 m

Down

2%

Avg Grade (1°)

10%

Max Grade (6°)

Dogs Unknown

E-Bikes Unknown

Overview

The trail is very well maintained yet completely immersed in nature. You have a choice of a 3-, 8-, and 12-mile loop: DORBA Short Trail, DORBA Medium Trail and DORBA Long Trail.

Description

This counter-clockwise loop ride connects all three available trails (bearing right at all intersections) -- DORBA Long Trail, DORBA Short Trail and DORBA Medium Trail -- at Cedar Hill State Park for a 12-mile, natural-surfaced, multi-use mountain biking adventure, which can be repeated both running and hiking!

Overall, the trails are not difficult. However, they do have a few short, steep, and/or eroded sections. The loop runs along the edge of Joe Pool Lake. There are no facilities along the trails. Be sure to bring your own water and basic necessities!

There are benches along the loop so that you can take a break and enjoy the view of nature. You'll get a chance to experience cedar and hardwood forest and grasslands along the shore of the lake. Plus, this is an excellent place for bird watching!

Dallas Off-Road Bicycle Association (DORBA) maintains this trail and they are doing a great job. Route finding is very clear with signs and directions.

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Shared By:

Rogelio Fernandez

Trail Ratings

  4.3 from 18 votes

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  4.3 from 18 votes
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#1,058

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Photos

CHSP: 3 Mile Loop.
Jan 1, 2022 near Cedar Hill, TX
CHSP: 8 Mile Loop.
Jan 1, 2022 near Cedar Hill, TX
CHSP: 12 Mile Loop.
Jan 1, 2022 near Cedar Hill, TX
When the trail opens up, there are great views of the lake.
Oct 13, 2016 near Cedar Hill, TX
Stumpjumper overlooking the lake on the 12-Mile loop.
Apr 29, 2021 near Cedar Hill, TX
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Check-Ins

Aug 10, 2024
Rich Laffey
The 12 mile loop distance was closer to 11 miles, and an excellent ride. Tricky roots, short climbs, well-marked trails allow for a great experience. 10.8mi — 1h 30m
Oct 13, 2022
Harold Huckeby
I am beginner, plenty of challenges for me. 4mi — 1h 00m
Oct 2, 2022
Russell Williams
11.1mi — 1h 36m
May 14, 2022
Jacob Lancaster
really fun trail 8mi
Aug 29, 2021
Kim M
Dec 20, 2020
Juan Tabares
Oct 4, 2020
Lala Khalida
May 2, 2020
MG Diva
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