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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Weather outlook
SnowNo significant precipitation expected.
Little rain is indicated. Shaded or poorly drained sections may still be wet.
This week has snow in the forecast, so expect freeze-thaw swings and check local guidance before riding.
Forecast window
Thursday
a high near 50°F, little expected rain, 0% rain chance
Weather-based estimate. Always check local closures and posted trail conditions before riding.
Forecast data via Open-Meteo. Forecast date: .
About This Trail
The Dark Side is a 0.8-mile mountain bike trail near Franconia, New Hampshire. Surface: singletrack. Listed stats: an estimated ride time of 9 min.
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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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 is the weather outlook for The Dark Side?
Weather forecast for 2026-11-13: No significant precipitation expected. Little rain is indicated. Shaded or poorly drained sections may still be wet. Weather-based estimate. Always check local closures and posted trail conditions before riding.
What other mountain bike trails are near The Dark Side?
Nearby RidePal trail pages in Franconia include S & L, Infinity Glade, Dr No, Holy Moley, High Plains Drifter. Use the nearby trails section to compare distance, difficulty, and route style.
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