FBOT or “outer thigh” is an easy to
intermediate trail with three wooden bridges and the feature known as Deerdrop. There are pines here more than three feet thick. FBIT or “inner thigh” is easy to
intermediate with short wood bridges, rock armour, and features A-Frame, Eye Opener, and Confederation Bridge. (As you may have guessed, FBIT and FBOT are too raunchy to be spelled out in a family-reading magazine.) Rockhopper is flat, but a challenge
due to its very rocky nature. Don’t miss the view of the pond on its west- ern edge. A great spot to take a break. PWT, or Pete’s Wicked Trail is long
and technical with good climbs and descents. It ends at Inuksuk, a landmark which is the starting point for Outback.
Ridgetop is very technical and
requires significant skill with lots of quick up and down sections. Both Ridgetop and Outback are worth the visit even if you are a beginner and sometimes have to walk your bike. The views along these trails are not
to be missed, including a lookout on top of a rocky cliff with a large pond below. Outback is described by riders
with the skill to ride its length as “relentless.” Bring your “A” game and a ton of cardio as Outback is the longest and most constantly technical trail in the Highlands. Pasture is a long but fairly easy
trail, great for beginner riders who want to extend their ride. There are wet areas in the early spring and fall. With so much to choose from, this
is the “not to be missed” mountain biking destination in Ottawa. ~ Tony Hogeveen is a member
of the Ottawa Mountain Bike Association. The club hosts weekly rides in the highlands open to all skill levels. More info at
www.ottawamba.org.
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