Introduction:
Bald Mountain Recreation Area has
2 completely separate parks with 2 completely separate mountain bike trails.
Both "Units" (North and South) are located west of Rochester, MI. The
South unit which is the lesser used of the 2 is just north of the Palace,
located off Lapear and Greenshield roads. This unit (South) is non-directional,
tends to stay wet longer into the year, has less hills, and is less technical
than the North Unit. The North unit is more popular, with better hills,
more technical riding. The South unit has a total of 5-6 miles available.
Mostly wide single track with a few short steep hills and occasional sand
pit. A good trail for easy to moderate skill level, this place is excellent
for bringing beginner friends. Unfortunatly the down side to this unit
is that it remains wet for a long time in the spring, when dry the trail
is fast but short. It is also visited by many different user groups, walkers,
hikers, families, bikers, etc., please be courteous to other trail users.
This unit is multi-directional, so be cautious when bombing the down hills
or whipping around blind corners. It is very well marked with numbered
signs to bring you right back to the beginning. rolling terrain, a few
logs and lots of mosquitoes!
This South unit can be completed
in under an hour but as always plan on the worst and hope for the best.
Remember to pack plenty of water, food, and supplies. There are NO provisions
for water here! bring what you will require and then some. The trail can
be ridden as on continuous loop or it can be segmented by the many smaller
trails. To do the loop just follow the numbered signs, it is very wel
marked and every intersection has a map or sign. The state requires a
pass for all cars. Maps and parking passes can be found at the park headquarters,
a little farther down the road from the parking and the right. Please
keep in mind these general
Guidelines for safety and etiquette.
