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Dismal swamp canal trail
Smithfield · Virginia
5.2 mi
Distance
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Net Elevation
57 min
Est. Time
Peak Elevation
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Difficulty
Green Circle
5.2 mi
Distance
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Net Elevation
57 min
Est. Time
...
Peak Elevation
Green Circle
Difficulty
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Conditions
Clear67°
68°84°
10 mph
Gust14 mph
6:51 AM
7:06 PM
Dry
No significant precipitation expected.
Trail conditions look great for riding
25% top-layer soil moisture66°F surface soil temperature
This looks like a wetter week around the trail, with 5 days showing meaningful rain chances.
Best Window This Week
Saturday
a high near 84°F, little expected rain, 10% rain chance
Forecast data via Open-Meteo.
About This Trail
Dismal swamp canal trail is a 5.2-mile mountain bike trail near Smithfield, Virginia. RidePal marks it as a green circle trail with a singletrack surface. Key stats include an estimated ride time of 57 min, which helps when comparing it with nearby Smithfield rides. Use the RidePal map to view the full trail route, compare nearby options, and plan around local riding conditions in Smithfield.
Mountain Biking in Smithfield
Smithfield is one of the mountain biking hubs in Virginia, with mapped trail coverage on RidePal. Use Dismal swamp canal trail as a starting point to compare nearby routes by distance, difficulty, surface, elevation profile, and ride time.
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Trail Details
Data Source
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Ride Style
Unknown
Surface
Singletrack
Technical Rating
Green Circle
Trail Style
Unknown
Trail Reviews
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Latest Condition
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Dismal swamp canal trail FAQ
Where is Dismal swamp canal trail?
Dismal swamp canal trail is a mountain bike trail near Smithfield, Virginia. RidePal maps the route, trail stats, photos, reviews, and nearby rides for this area.
How difficult is Dismal swamp canal trail?
Dismal swamp canal trail is 5.2 miles long, rated green circle, with a singletrack surface, with an estimated ride time of 57 min. Check the map and recent conditions before riding.
What are the current riding conditions for Dismal swamp canal trail?
Some moisture signals are present, so expect tackier dirt or isolated soft spots. The current forecast suggests Saturday because a high near 84°F, little expected rain, 10% rain chance.
What other mountain bike trails are near Dismal swamp canal trail?
Nearby RidePal trail pages in Smithfield include Harwood A, Multi-Use Trail 3, Archery Range Trail, Archery Range Trail, Field Trail. Use the nearby trails section to compare distance, difficulty, and route style.
What kind of ride is Dismal swamp canal trail?
Dismal swamp canal trail is listed as unknown.
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