Turniphead – Mayer Gulch – Bailey Ride
Difficulty: Moderate
Accessibility: Bike, Hike, Horse
Trail Length: 4.3 miles
Elevation Gain: 773 ft.
Elevation Loss: 778 ft.
Trail time: 1:00
Highlights: A great introduction to riding in Eagle
This trail is a great introduction to mountain biking in Eagle. Along with Riddle/ Wall this trail demonstrates the challenges and joys of the sport, all within a short, closed loop. Descending Turniphead is a fun, easy single track. After crossing the creek on the bridge provided the trail makes a short climb. At the intersection with Mayer Gulch the trail begins a long, steady climb up Mayer Gulch. Beware of downhill riders while climbing. The trail has a short downhill around the 2.5 mile mark and then slowly climbs Second Gulch. Bailey offers first a semi-steep climb and then a steep downhill section that brings the rider back to the parking area.
Alternate Route: Park in Eagle Ranch Village or the Brush Creek Pavilion. Ride to the Haystacker Trailhead. Ride the loop starting and ending at the Haystacker Trailhead.
