Ol' Miners

Overview

The first trail you come to as you enter Forest Park from downtown Jacksonville, Ol' Miners heads up the hill on the west side of the road just a few hundred feet before you reach the first parking area with information kiosk.<br><br>Linking up historic mining road cuts and ditches, this singletrack serves up a surprising variety considering its short length. Fast easy sections, narrow exposed traverses on steep hillsides, and a few tight switchbacks and short steep pitches all conspire to keep you on your toes and grinning!<br><br>Although there are several junctions with old road cuts and other trails, there is great signage. <br><br>Near the north end of Ol' Miners, cross the non-bike Canyon Falls Trail and continue a few hundred feet to the Norling Road, at a point near the Ridge View trailhead.

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An easy section of Ol' Miner between a couple of tight switchbacks

An easy section of Ol' Miner between a couple of tight switchbacks

Jacksonville Forest Park trail map

Jacksonville Forest Park trail map

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