GRAHAM HILLS
MOUNTAIN BIKE TRAILWelcome to the mountain bike trail system at Graham
Hills Park in Mount
Pleasant, where cyclists can enjoy a day of fresh
air and exercise in a wooded and natural environment.
Graham Hills, a one-time Hamlet and station on the Putnam Railroad,
takes its name from Dr. Isaac Gilbert Graham, a Revolutionary War army
surgeon, who settled there circa 1785.
The trails total about five miles in distance and are geared
toward experienced riders. The route winds through the many diverse
habitats of this beautiful 431-acre park. The trails are mostly single
track, and can be used in both directions. Please exhibit caution and
common sense while riding.
Before embarking on your journey, please take a minute to familiarize
yourself with the Cyclist Responsibility Code and trail map printed in
this brochure. Anyone failing to obey park rules by riding at speeds out
of control, or threatening hikers, plants or wildlife, will be removed
from the park. No motorized vehicles are allowed on the trail at any
time.
Remember, people judge all cyclists by your actions, so please act
courteously and responsibly. Have a good time and enjoy your ride
For more information call (914) 864-PARK. Graham Hills
Park is open seven days a week from dawn to dusk.
| • There is a trash carry-in/carry-out policy at the
park. |
| • The park closes at dusk. No night riding. |
• There is no potable water available, so please
plan accordingly. |
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GRAHAM
HILLS CYCLIST RESPONSIBILITY CODE
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ALWAYS WEAR
A HELMET AND KEEP YOUR BICYCLE IN GOOD CONDITION.
Many bicycle shops offer bicycle inspections. |
CONTROL
YOUR SPEED AT ALL TIMES.
Approach turns in anticipation of someone coming around the bend. |
SLOW DOWN
AND PASS WITH CARE.
Always pass on the left, and let your fellow bikers know you are
passing with a greeting or a bell. |
STAY ON
DESIGNATED TRAILS
Do not create new trails. Respect the native vegetation and do not
trample low-growing plants. |
DO NOT
DISTURB WILDLIFE.
Keep the noise to a minimum and yield the right-of-way to animals
that may happen onto the trail. Remember, they were there first, and
you're traveling through their turf. |
MINIMIZE
YOUR IMPACT.
Avoid excessive braking and short-cutting switch-backs, which
contribute to trail erosion. Be environmentally aware. |
PLEASE DO
NOT LITTER.
Have pride in your park, and take all litter out of the park with
you. |
RESPECT
PUBLIC AND PRIVATE PROPERTY.
Observe trail markings and "No Trespassing" signs. |
KNOW PARK
RULES.
Always check with the park office for current trail status and
park regulations.
Remember: Mountain bikes are not allowed south of Montrose
Stations Road, shooting range area. |
PLAN AHEAD
Each ride should be determined by your ability, equipment, terrain
and weather conditions. Remember, weather and trail conditions
change continuously, and you should familiarize yourself with the
trail map before riding. |
NEVER RIDE
ALONE.
Ride with a friend and leave word with someone on where you plan
to go, your route of travel and your anticipated time of return. |
OBEY PARK
RULES
Anyone failing to obey park rules will be removed from Park. |
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*This Code is based on the NORBA Cyclists Code and is used by
permission of National Off Road Bicycle Assocition and the
International Mountain Bicycling Association. |
From South:
Sprain Brook Parkway to Taconic State Parkway to
Route 117 exit. Turn right. Follow to park entrance
on right side.
From North:
Route 9A South to Route 117 (lefthafld exit). Turn left;
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