Boxford State Forest (Bald Hill Reservation)

Boxford State Forest (also known as Bald Hill Reservation) is a great ride with a wide variety of trails. A combination of tight singletrack and one of the most fun fire roads going make this a great ride for all levels. Beginners might find some of the rocky climbs and descents a little over their heads, but all else rideable. All other levels will have a blast.

Trails to check out:

Trailhead 8A (found off the main fire road, not on the trail map.) - Starts with narrow singletrack, ends with a rocky technical section.

Good jump by the road near trailhead 20A (Picture above, 20A is also not on the trail map, but is near the road not far from trailhead 20.)



'Nike Site' - A good place for a swim during the summer months. There's a fun jump (see above) followed by a steep, loose chute on the rim of the Nike Site as well (see below.)



The main fire road back toward the entrance when coming from the Nike Site. There are a couple of ripping technical downhills. Not to be missed!



Singletrack without a trail marker on the right when heading back from Nike Site to the Middleton Road lot - Tight and twisty with a nice technical section. At one point you have to make a 90 degree turn then ride onto off-camber slickrock at the top of a very short, steep climb (see below.)



Revolutionary War soldier gravestone - Take a left at trailhead 11 when riding out from the Middleton Road lot, the stone will be on your left about .25mi down.

This is a great spot for night riding, but don't park in the Middleton Road lot. The Boxford police will ticket any cars parked there after sunset. It's also a good place for winter riding if the snow's not too deep. Check out pictures and a small jump video here.

Boxford State Forest trails make up part of the Bay Circuit Trail.