Mountain Bike Trail – “Speculator Loop”

The “Speculator Loop” is located on private property owned by International Paper Company. The trail passes through a working tree farm, managed by I.P. and offers recreational opportunities to the public, and protection for wildlife and watersheds. The trail system consists of two bike loops, the larger is 13.7 miles long, and the shorter "Kunjamuk Cave" loop is 7.2 miles long. All trail signs make reference to the Speculator ball field, in both directions of travel. The larger loop is accessed from all parking lots, which have informational kiosks, where you may obtain detailed trail maps and information regarding the trails. Mountain bikes rentals are available. The trails are open from May 15th to October 12th and are free.

Outer Loop (Larger) 13.7 miles
Skill level: Easy to Intermediate

This well marked trail follows Elm Lake Road east from the 4 corners in Speculator. It runs along a corridor bordering the northeast side of Elm Lake, which appears on the right at 4.0 miles. At 5.3 miles you approach the "outhouse corners", where a toilet and picnic area is available. Turn right and follow Long Level, make a right past the Kunjamuk River bridge and follow the trail back to the ball field in Speculator. Two hills, each 3/10ths of a mile long break up the long rolling hilly terrain. One is adjacent to Elm Lake and the other starts at the bottom at 3 Camps Road and follows south to Old Route 30. This trail can be followed in the opposite direction by bearing left (south) when leaving the Speculator ball field.

Trail note: there is a picnic area and toilet located on the Long Level area (see map). This is the only area where off trail activities are allowed. Please place trash in provided trash cans.

INNER LOOP ("Kunjamuk Cave Loop") 7.2 miles
Skill level: Easy to Difficult

This shorter loop starts 0.2 miles past the end of pavement on Elm Lake Road and also off the north side of Old Route 30. Most of the trail consists of shorter rolling hills and many steep, sharp curves. Although shorter than the Outer Loop, it presents many challenges with elevation changes which are very steep and difficult. The Kunjamuk Cave is reached at 1.2 miles from East Road intersection on the left of the trail.

Trail note: when approaching the Kunjamuk Cave Loop from both ends, a metal gate with a lock blocks the trail. Ride around the gate on the designated side.