Ride Brown County
Brown County State Park holds some of the best singletrack in the Midwest, rolling through the hills just outside Nashville, Indiana. This hub is the starting point for planning a ride trip: trail guides for every skill level, online bike rentals, and practical advice from Brown County Bikes, the bike shop in Nashville minutes from the trails.
Trail guides by skill level
Beginner: Beginner's Guide to Brown County Mountain Bike Trails — the friendliest loops in the park (North Gate, Pine Loop, Limekiln and more) plus honest advice on what 'beginner' really means here.
Intermediate: Best Intermediate Mountain Bike Trails at Brown County State Park — Aynes Loop (3.4 mi), Green Valley (5 mi), Weedpatch (2.4 mi), and Shelley (2 mi), plus tips for stepping up from beginner trails.
Advanced & expert: Advanced and Expert Mountain Bike Trails at Brown County State Park: What to Expect — advanced trails (Hesitation Point, Walnut, Ten O'Clock Line) and expert trails (Schooner Trace, Bobcat Loop, Hobbs Hollow), with guidance on line choice, weather, gear, and knowing when to turn around.
Rent a bike online
Book your rental online — then pick up your bike at the shop at 160 E Main St, Nashville, IN, minutes from the trails.
Before you go
Start with the official Indiana DNR Brown County State Park trail map. Check current park rules, fees, and notices on the official DNR park page before you visit, and check current trail conditions from an authoritative status source before riding — and skip wet trails.
Good to know
Brown County Bikes offers full-service repair and pre-ride inspections. Helmets, hydration, flat repair, and nutrition are worth bringing or buying before heading out.
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