The Dark Side
Franconia · New Hampshire
0.8 mi
Distance
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Net Elevation
9 min
Est. Time
Peak Elevation
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Difficulty
Not Rated
0.8 mi
Distance
...
Net Elevation
9 min
Est. Time
...
Peak Elevation
Not Rated
Difficulty
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Conditions
ClearNo significant precipitation expected.
Trail conditions look great for riding
This looks like a wetter week around the trail, with 4 days showing meaningful rain chances.
Best Window This Week
Tuesday
a high near 77°F, little expected rain, 2% rain chance
Forecast data via Open-Meteo.
About This Trail
The Dark Side is a 0.8-mile mountain bike trail near Franconia, New Hampshire. RidePal maps this trail for mountain biking with a singletrack surface. Key stats include an estimated ride time of 9 min, which helps when comparing it with nearby Franconia rides. Use the RidePal map to view the full trail route, compare nearby options, and plan around local riding conditions in Franconia.
Mountain Biking in Franconia
Franconia is one of the mountain biking hubs in New Hampshire, with mapped trail coverage on RidePal. Use The Dark Side as a starting point to compare nearby routes by distance, difficulty, surface, elevation profile, and ride time.
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Singletrack
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The Dark Side FAQ
Where is The Dark Side?
The Dark Side is a mountain bike trail near Franconia, New Hampshire. RidePal maps the route, trail stats, photos, reviews, and nearby rides for this area.
How difficult is The Dark Side?
The Dark Side is 0.8 miles long, with a singletrack surface, with an estimated ride time of 9 min. Check the map and recent conditions before riding.
What are the current riding conditions for The Dark Side?
Forecast signals point toward generally dry trail surfaces, though shaded sections can still vary. The current forecast suggests Tuesday because a high near 77°F, little expected rain, 2% rain chance.
What other mountain bike trails are near The Dark Side?
Nearby RidePal trail pages in Franconia include DH Trail, Sling Shot, Home Owners, Ridge Run, Dr Slab. Use the nearby trails section to compare distance, difficulty, and route style.
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