Shepard's Trace
Hardwick · Vermont
0.5 mi
Distance
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Net Elevation
6 min
Est. Time
Peak Elevation
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Difficulty
Blue Square
0.5 mi
Distance
...
Net Elevation
6 min
Est. Time
...
Peak Elevation
Blue Square
Difficulty
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Weather outlook
CloudyNo significant precipitation expected.
Little rain is indicated. Shaded or poorly drained sections may still be wet.
The week looks mostly favorable for riding, with no major moisture signal in the forecast.
Forecast window
Wednesday
a high near 49°F, little expected rain, 0% rain chance
Weather-based estimate. Always check local closures and posted trail conditions before riding.
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About This Trail
Shepard's Trace is a 0.5-mile mountain bike trail near Hardwick, Vermont. RidePal marks it as a blue square trail. Surface: singletrack. Listed stats: an estimated ride time of 6 min.
Mountain Biking in Hardwick
Hardwick is one of the mountain biking hubs in Vermont, with mapped trail coverage on RidePal. Use Shepard's Trace as a starting point to compare nearby routes by distance, difficulty, surface, elevation profile, and ride time.
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Trail Details
Surface
Singletrack
Technical Rating
Blue Square
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Shepard's Trace FAQ
Where is Shepard's Trace?
Shepard's Trace is a mountain bike trail near Hardwick, Vermont. RidePal maps the route, trail stats, photos, reviews, and nearby rides for this area.
How difficult is Shepard's Trace?
Shepard's Trace is 0.5 miles long, rated blue square, with a singletrack surface, with an estimated ride time of 6 min. Check the map and recent conditions before riding.
What is the weather outlook for Shepard's Trace?
Weather forecast for 2026-11-12: 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 Shepard's Trace?
Nearby RidePal trail pages in Hardwick include Eaton Brooke Loop, Upside Down, No Fun Allowed, Wild West, Rocky Top. Use the nearby trails section to compare distance, difficulty, and route style.
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