Experience Our Beautiful Appalachian Trails
Welcome to the Baileys Trail System! Located in the Appalachian foothills of Southeast Ohio, the Baileys will offer 88 miles of trails for every level of rider. Phase 3 construction wrapped up in Fall 2021 with 31 total miles now on the ground. The Baileys is built for all skill levels of cyclists, hikers, runners, adaptive athletes, hunters, and nature enthusiasts. Two trailheads are currently open--the Chauncey-Dover Park Trailhead and the Doanville-York Trailhead--with a third trailhead to be constructed in Buchtel. Grab a map and discover the Baileys Trail System on your public lands.
Mountain Bike Rentals Now Available!
We have a variety of mountain bikes available for rent, for both the beginner rider and the pro. Check out the Baileys Trail System on two wheels today!
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Our Featured Trails
The Baileys Trail System began as a blank canvas. But thanks to the dedicated work of outdoor enthusiasts, it’s been transformed into a world-class trail system and, quite possibly, the premier mountain biking destination east of the Mississippi.
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Nebo Spirit
- Difficulty: Difficult
- Distance: 2.40 miles
- Terrain: Rolling and Winding
- Tread: Natural, 36-48” wide
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Kidwell
- Difficulty: Difficult
- Distance: 0.4 miles
- Terrain: Rolling and Winding
- Tread: Natural, 36-48” wide
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Oak Rush
- Difficulty: Difficult
- Distance: 0.88 miles
- Terrain: Winding and Hilly
- Tread: Natural, 36-48” wide
Our Regional Impact
The Baileys Trail System is truly connecting the small villages and cities of Athens County, Ohio. In doing so, it’s opening up the area’s unique culture and personality to visitors and locals alike. The end result will be increased spending in the region and a strengthening of the local economies in Southeast Ohio.
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Wayne National Forest
The Wayne National Forest is a patchwork of public land that covers a quarter of a million acres of Appalachian foothills. In 2017, the Forest approved the Baileys Trail System and has been working with partners to finance and implement the project that promises to open up the area's natural beauty in a way that's never been available before.
Explore the RegionAnnouncement: 2022 Gun Hunting Season Dates
The Baileys Trail System will be closed to mountain bikers this fall during deer gun hunting seasons on 11/19-11/20, 11/28-12/4, and 12/17-12/18. All other foot traffic is strongly encouraged to exercise caution or avoid the trails during these times. Thank you!
Our Sponsors
Thank you to our sponsors for supporting the Baileys Trail System! To learn more about how to become a sponsor, click the link below.
Make a Trail Report
Notice an issue on the trails? This could include a fallen tree, overgrown brush, damaged sign, or other maintenance need - let us know!
Call (740) 677-0113, email reports@baileystrailsystem.org, or click the link below to make a trail report.
