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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 2 construction is nearing completion, with 26 miles on the ground. The Baileys is built for all skill levels of cyclists, hikers, runners, adaptive athletes, hunters, and nature enthusiasts. The trailhead is located at the Chauncey-Dover Community Park. Grab a map and discover the Baileys Trail System on your public lands.
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under construction in 2020
directly connected in Athens County
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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Chauncey Depot
- Difficulty: Easy
- Distance: 0.46 miles
- Terrain: Almost Flat
- Tread: Surfaced, 48” wide
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Coal Train
- Difficulty: Easy
- Distance: 4.19 miles
- Terrain: Rolling Hills
- Tread: Natural, 36-48” wide
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Gob Pile Loop
- Difficulty: Easy
- Distance: 0.66 miles
- Terrain: Slightly 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.
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.
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Connecting Students with Local Communities
Last summer, three internships were facilitated through Ohio University’s Center for Campus and Community Engagement with the intent to link students with Baileys Trail System projects. According to Ohio University’s […]
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Conservation Through Trails
“Getting out into natural spaces is the first step to loving them, and loving them is the first step to wanting to protect them.” Throughout history, trails have been […]
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On the Trail: From High School to Vet School
Meigs High School junior, Alexis Medley, is no stranger to a challenge. With a full academic load and a busy extracurricular schedule, Medley didn’t hesitate to accept yet another responsibility […]
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Birding on the Baileys
“I was never the same after seeing that bird…It’s not easy to explain, but you can almost feel something shift in your guts after seeing a bird like that for […]
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Beyond Bikes: Trail Running on the Baileys
“An increase of trail runners coming into our area would benefit the economy, including local businesses. Once there are more trails open there’s going to be even more people coming […]
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The Voice Behind the Baileys
“When I look down at this region from up on the trail, I see opportunity. I see a natural resource, not for its coal or salt or clay, but for […]
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Tom & Barb Kostohryz: The Motivation Behind the Match
“We envision new businesses springing up in the area to accommodate visitors who would like to spend some time on the trails. We see tourists needing more B&Bs, Airbnbs, restaurants, […]
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Riding the Baileys Trail System to New Career Paths
“This is the first time I’ve ever done anything like this. It’s my first professional job. I’m lucky. A lot of people don’t get these opportunities. This job could set […]
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ABC: Bikers Behind the Baileys
Today we’re recognizing the contributions and volunteer efforts of the Athens Bicycle Club (ABC), a local organization whose involvement with the Baileys Trail System has proven instrumental to the project’s […]
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ACC: A Local Crew Building Local Trails
Today we’re featuring the Appalachia Conservation Corps (ACC) and their efforts on the Baileys Trail System. ACC first assisted with Phase 1 trail construction in fall 2019, but I’m going […]
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ATR: A National Partner of the Baileys
In today’s feature on the blog, I had the opportunity to interview Dr. Jeremy Wimpey, the principal at Applied Trails Research, and discuss his company’s involvement with the Baileys in […]
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A Sister Project to the Baileys
Today we’re featuring the Buckeye Trail Association (BTA) and its new trailhead project in Shawnee, one that’s parallel in concept and funding to the Baileys. Recently I spoke with the […]
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Chauncey: Where the Trails Begin!
Today I want to highlight the Village of Chauncey, home to the Baileys’ current trailhead as well as many advocates of this new outdoor recreation destination. While writing this feature, […]
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An Introduction to the Baileys
As of May 30, 2020, the first 14 miles of the Baileys Trail System are now officially open to the public! Four years in the making, this initial milestone in […]
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