Pumptrack – O.P. Schnabel Park loop from Bird of Prey
Pumptrack – O.P. Schnabel Park loop from Bird of Prey
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Pumptrack – O.P. Schnabel Park loop from Bird of Prey
01:53
32.5km
130m
Road cycling
Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.
Last updated: April 7, 2026
Tips
Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route
After 3.57 km for 231 m
After 3.88 km for 57 m
After 4.02 km for 177 m
Waypoints
Start point
Parking
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590 m
Bamberger Nature Park
Highlight • Trail
Tip by
1.57 km
Buddy Calk Pond
Highlight • Lake
Tip by
1.58 km
Buddy Calk Pond
Highlight • Lake
Tip by
3.84 km
Pumptrack
Highlight • MTB Park
Tip by
14.3 km
Leon Creek Greenway and Carnage Trail Intersection
Highlight • Trail
Tip by
16.0 km
Leon Creek Trail
Highlight • Trail
28.5 km
O.P. Schnabel Park
Highlight • Rest Area
Tip by
32.5 km
End point
Parking
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
28.7 km
1.63 km
1.09 km
927 m
152 m
Surfaces
25.4 km
5.42 km
927 m
795 m
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Description
If you're looking for a true road cycling route, the "Pumptrack – O.P. Schnabel Park loop from Bird of Prey" is not the one for you. Despite its name, this 20.2-mile (32.5 km) route, rated moderate with 410 feet (125 metres) of elevation gain and an estimated duration of 1 hour and 53 minutes, is actually designed for mountain bikes, not road bikes. It's a challenging off-road adventure for those seeking technical singletrack and pumptrack thrills.
What to expect on Pumptrack – O.P. Schnabel Park loop from Bird of Prey
What you will find on this route is a natural oasis within O.P. Schnabel Park, featuring lush greenery, oak trees, and native plants. The Bird of Prey Trail section is a singletrack mountain bike trail, meaning narrow, unpaved paths with natural obstacles like roots and rocks. You'll navigate the specialized rollers and berms of the pumptrack, designed for off-road bikes. The park transitions from oak forest to rocky, Hill Country-esque Ashe juniper forest, and from the top of the limestone bluff, you can catch views of the surrounding neighborhoods. This route is best suited for experienced mountain bikers comfortable with technical terrain, not road cyclists.
Planning your visit
While this specific loop isn't for road bikes, O.P. Schnabel Park does offer paved trails suitable for road cycling, connecting to the broader Leon Creek Greenway. For this off-road loop, be prepared for unpaved and potentially rocky conditions. The park has amenities like restrooms and pavilions. Early spring is a great time to visit, especially on the east side where mountain laurels bloom purple and smell like grape jelly. Always carry enough water, especially in warmer months.
- Distance: 20.2 miles (32.5 km)
- Elevation gain: 410 feet (125 metres)
- Difficulty: moderate
- Estimated time: 1 hours and 53 minutes
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