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Take I-495 (Long Island Expressway) to Exit 27S, Clearview Expressway South. Get off at first exit for 73rd Ave. Turn left (east) onto 73rd Ave. Turn left (north) onto 210th St. Trailhead is at 210th St. and 67th Ave. Public Transportation: F train to Jamaica/179th St. Ride bike east on Hillside Ave., turn left on 188th St. (Saul Weprin St.), right on 73rd Ave., turn left onto 210th St. Trailhead is at 210th St. and 67th Ave.
General Description: The first designated mountain bike trails inside New York City are now open. This is urban mountain biking at it's best. The Department of Parks & Recreation is planning a trail system in each borough. Freeride Trails and a BMX jump park are now currently open at Highbridge Park in northern Manhattan and there is a network of mountain bike trails for riders of all ability levels at Cunningham Park in Queens. 243 acres of Cunningham Park are a designated Forever Wild Preserve, providing forest habitat, vernal pools and kettle ponds for sensitive wildlife. The Southern Forest in the southeast section is one of the most undisturbed natural areas in the city. The Northern Forest, in which the mountain bike trails are located, was previously farmland. Old stone walls and walkways are still evident. This younger forest is dominated by tulip and flowering dogwood trees. Along 73rd Ave. are restrooms, ballfields and other recreational facilities.
The Cunningham Park North Woods Mountain Bike Trails: There trails here were designed for people of all abilities, from the beginner to advanced rider. Green Circle Blaze Trails These trails are relatively smooth and wide, providing a great xc biking experience for the beginner. These two loop rides also give you a good overview of the park habitat and a chance to practice some basic mountain bike skills. Several laps of these two loops make for a fun, fast warm-up for more experienced riders. The Clearview Expressway splits the park in two. The wide white-blazed trail connects the two loops, crossing a bridge over the Expressway. The trail on the west side of the Clearview comes to a large clearing in the woods at one point, with evidence of improvised dirt jumps and other BMX features. Stay to the left to find and continue on the green trail.
Blue Blaze Trails For the intermediate rider, these loop trails offer fast, tight and twisty singletrack. Short steep sections, canterlever turns, rollercoasters (whoop de doos) and technical rock and log features make the ride interesting. City residents (others welcome) now have a place to hone their technical skills, or just get in a good workout after school or work. Even with elevation changes of no more than around 40 ft. a good fast, challenging workout awaits!
Black Diamond Trails: These trail spurs offer the advanced rider steeper and tougher terrain. Expect a ride with continuous non-stop challenges!
Note: Use caution when crossing the bridge over the Clearview Expressway. Last time we were there (beginning of July 2007), there was LOTS of broken glass and glass bottles and cans strewn about, decorating the walkway and fence.
For more information: The mountain bike trails at Cunningham Park were developed in partnership with C.L.I.M.B (Concerned Long Island Mountain Bikers), an organization dedicated to the growth and safe enjoyment of mountain biking. They advocate environmentally sound and socially responsible trail use.
NYC Dept. of Parks & Recreation Website: NYC Department Of Parks and Recreation
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