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Mountain biking trails

Burke Lake – Burke Lake Trail loop from South Run

Mountain biking trails

Burke Lake – Burke Lake Trail loop from South Run

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3.1

(27)

40

riders

Burke Lake – Burke Lake Trail loop from South Run

01:14

18.7km

90m

Mountain biking

Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: April 20, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Parking

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1

2.48 km

Burke Lake Crossing Trail

Highlight • Trail

This is a great trail system for biking and hiking, just be mindful of others along the trails as it gets busy especially during the weekends.

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2

6.42 km

Burke Lake

Highlight • Lake

Lake Burke is the perfect place to take a walk and enjoy some tranquility from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

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3

7.71 km

View of Burke Lake

Highlight • Viewpoint

This spot is amazing for photo and for shore fishing 🎣

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4

8.72 km

Burke Lake Trail

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5

8.74 km

Vesper Island State Waterfowl Refuge

Highlight • Lake

Vesper Island State Waterfowl Refuge is only accessible by boat, as it is an island within Burke Lake. However, it is visible from Burke Lake Trail and there is ample opportunities to spot the birds around the island from afar.

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6

9.16 km

Burke Lake Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Burke Lake Trail wraps around Burke Lake and is recognized as one of the top 10 fitness trails in the nation by the American Hiking Society. This 4.7-mile loop trail …

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7

9.48 km

Burke Lake Trail

Highlight • Trail

This section is a good starting point for burke lake trails, it crosses over a small stream with a nice bridge

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8

15.0 km

Lake Mercer

Highlight • Lake

A truly lovely place where people can spend time with friends or their family.

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B

18.7 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

9.48 km

4.96 km

4.17 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

7.09 km

4.94 km

3.33 km

2.91 km

388 m

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