About Coler Preserve North Parking Lot
Coler Preserve North Parking Lot is a popular trailhead serving a mix of paved and dirt/rocky tech mountain bike trails in a wooded, mountainous setting near a stream. Reviewers consistently praise the family-friendly atmosphere, trail variety, scenery and clean, well-maintained conditions, with a paved path shared by walkers and cyclists plus jump lines and flow trails from the top. The main drawbacks are a small parking lot that fills up and conflicting reports about restrooms, with one noting a bathroom/drink stop mid-preserve but others saying none at this lot.
At a Glance
Trail Score
out of 10
Why Riders Choose Coler Preserve North Parking Lot
The top themes reviewers mention most.
- family friendly / something for all skill levels5 mentions
- scenic nature setting5 mentions
- trail variety (paved plus dirt and rocky tech trails)4 mentions
- clean and well maintained2 mentions
- paved path with nice flow and jump lines2 mentions
Trail Conditions
⚠️ Surface condition: Well maintained; some litter noted
⛰️ Perceived difficulty: Some climbs
Crowds & Best Times to Go
🔺 Busiest: weekday afternoons, spring days
Who Uses This Trail
Also seen: strollers, ebikes
Scenery & Views
Highlights: native plants and a stream, tree-covered riding along a babbling brook, mountain setting, cafe stop in the middle of the preserve
Safety & Upkeep
🛡️ No time-of-day safety concerns mentioned; busy afternoons.
⚠️ Concerns noted: crowding
Parking & Amenities
Dogs on the Trail
Trail Etiquette & Community
Who It's Best For
Great for
Less ideal for
What Could Be Better
- small parking lot fills up3
- no restroom at this parking lot location2
What Riders Say
"There will be tons of parents pushing babies in strollers and lots of folks walking dogs and tons of mtb riders. Clean and well maintained too."
"Easy entrance buy typically full. Get here early. No bathroom at this location"
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers based on what riders say in their reviews.
Is the trail paved?
Reviewers describe a paved path, and also note several dirt trails and rocky tech trails that feed on and off it.
Is parking easy to find?
The lot is small and reviewers say it is typically full, advising you to arrive early; there is usually more parking at the other end of the preserve.
Are there restrooms on the trail?
Reviews conflict - one notes a bathroom and drink stop in the middle of the preserve, while others say there is no bathroom at this parking lot.
Is the trail crowded?
Several reviewers describe it as busy, with one noting lots of people on a weekday afternoon and another saying it is usually quite busy.
How difficult is the trail?
Riders mention uphill sections and a step climb, so expect some climbing, though it is also described as suitable for any skill level.
Do people bring dogs here?
Yes, reviewers mention lots of people walking dogs on the trails and a dog park by the parking lot.
Access Hours
| Monday | 5 AM–11 PM |
| Tuesday | 5 AM–11 PM |
| Wednesday | 5 AM–11 PM |
| Thursday | 5 AM–11 PM |
| Friday | 5 AM–11 PM |
| Saturday | 5 AM–11 PM |
| Sunday | 5 AM–11 PM |
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