Chickasaw Trace Mountain Bike Trail

Chickasaw is suitable for all levels of Mountain Bike riders – from expert racers to 5-year-olds. Beginning in August 2019, volunteers have put over 1300 hours into adding trails, bridges, and a Pump and Jump track. The standard loop now has optional features for more advanced riders to enjoy or skip. The full trail is a now 9-miles. If ridden in a clockwise direction from the trailhead at the MTB parking lot, the initial 3.5 miles are relatively flat and follow Knob Creek and the Duck River. Upon entering the “Trail of Tears”, the final 5.5 miles become more difficult, also known as “technical” among mountain bike enthusiasts. The course is designed with several entry/exit points so that a rider can pick the parts of the trail that suits him or her. The Pump and Jump located next to the restrooms is a fun treat for all ages. Large maps of the trails made by Good Sign Design are located at the trailhead, Pump and Jump, and the river parking lot. Also, see Trail Map below. Thank you Maury County Parks and Recreation!

We need donations to assist with continued additions and the maintenance of the trails. The maintenance and updating of our weed eater, brush trimmer and DR Trimmer are taxing. We also are needing to fix or replace the bridge across the Ravine. To help out, take this link:

History

In 1992, Bob Martin, Director of the Maury County Parks and Recreation, approached Columbia Cycling Club (CCC) members about his desire for them to build a Mountain Bike (MTB) and hiking trail at Chickasaw Trace County Park. The offer was gladly accepted and with dedicated work, we now have 8.5 miles of single track. The park covers 300 acres and is located on the banks of the Duck River and a tributary, Knob Creek. The CCC is responsible for the maintenance of the trail and does so with the help of Adopt-A-Trail volunteers. Trail trimming equipment has been purchased through proceeds from our racing events.

Directions

Columbia residents: Chickasaw Park is located on at 1419 New Hwy. 7 in Columbia, TN, almost two miles past the intersection of New Hwy. 7 (Santa Fe Pike) and Industrial Park Road.

Trail Parking

Take the first left entering the park, and then a hard left down hill (dirt road) to get to the Trailhead for Mountain Biking. Suggestion: To ride the easier parts of the trail, park in the lot about 50 yards from the boat ramp. Instead of the hard left, continue on the paved road. After the S curves, the road changes to dirt and then a parking lot is on the right.