Zacks Fork Mountain Biking Trail

The Zacks Fork Mountain Biking Trail is located in the wooded area around the Lenoir Aquatic & Fitness Center. The trail offers 3.25 miles of off-road adventure.

The trail is purpose built for mountain bikes, but all users are welcome to take advantage of this public park. Most riders access the trail from the northeastern most parking lot at the Lenoir Rotary Soccer Complex located at 35.943081, -81.521933.

Trail Rules

  • The trail is 3.25 miles and can be traveled in either direction.
  • Walkers have the right of way.
    • Runners yield to walkers
    • Riders yield to runners and walkers
  • Helmet use is mandatory.
  • No motorized vehicles are allowed on trails.
  • Respect all users on the trail.
  • Stay on the trail at all times. Do not cut off switch backs or cut through to other sections of the trail.
  • Do not do any trail maintenance, building, or modification unless volunteering on a sanctioned work day.
  • Watch for wildlife.
  • Be responsible.
  • Do not litter.
  • Riders going downhill yield to riders going uphill.
  • Please verbally address others before passing them.

Maps and trail status updates can all be found on Trailforks

zacks fork on trailforks

Turn at this sign to hit the trail

Zacks Fork Trail sign
Mountain biker heads to the Zacks Fork Trail from the Lenoir Rotary Soccer Complex