Cadron Settlement Park Trails
Trail Guide
moderate

Cadron Settlement Park Trails

North Conway
3.2 miles
4.5/5
3.2 mi
Distance
45-60 minutes
Duration
loop
Route Type
4.5/5
Rating
Trail Overview
Cadron Settlement Park offers a mix of natural surface trails through one of Conway's most historic areas. Located at the site of an early 19th-century French trading post, the park features wooded trails with moderate elevation changes, creek crossings, and scenic overlooks of the Cadron Creek valley. A great trail for mountain bikers looking for technical features without leaving the Conway area.
Distance
3.2 miles
Difficulty
moderate
Surface
Mixed Surface
Route Type
loop
Location
Highway 285, Conway, AR 72032
Neighborhood
North Conway

Trail Tags

historicsingletrackcreekscenic
What to Expect on This Conway Bike Trail

Highlight 1

Ride through a nationally registered historic site

Highlight 2

Technical creek crossings and root sections

Highlight 3

Scenic overlook of Cadron Creek valley

Highlight 4

Mix of singletrack and wider fire roads

Highlight 5

Less crowded than other Conway-area trails
Points of Interest Along the Way
Historic site
Creek crossings
Scenic overlooks
Natural surface
Moderate elevation
Best Times to Ride

Early Morning (7–10 AM)

The best time to ride in Conway. Trails are fresh, temperatures are cooler at altitude, and you'll beat the afternoon crowds on popular routes like Maroon Bells.

Late Morning (10 AM–Noon)

Great for longer rides when fully acclimatized. Aim to be off exposed ridgelines by early afternoon as afternoon thunderstorms are common in summer.

Avoid Afternoons in Summer

Conway summers bring rapid afternoon thunderstorms, especially above treeline. Start early and plan to return before 2–3 PM. Always bring a rain layer.

Gear Up Before You Ride

Before hitting Cadron Settlement Park Trails, make sure you're fully prepared for high-altitude mountain biking. Check out our local Conway bike shops for gear, mountain bike rentals, spare tubes, or a quick tune-up.

Conway Cycling

Conway's premier mountain bike shop, conveniently located near popular trailheads

Ute Mountaineer

Perfect for last-minute gear, trail maps, or a quick bike check before your ride

Safety Tips for Mountain Biking in Conway, CO
  • •Wear a helmet: Always wear a properly fitted mountain bike helmet — Conway trails are technical
  • •Acclimatize first: Conway sits at 8,000 ft — give yourself 1-2 days to acclimatize before hard rides, especially if flying in
  • •Watch for thunderstorms: Afternoon summer storms build fast in the Rockies — start early and be off exposed terrain by 2 PM
  • •Bring water & snacks: High altitude increases dehydration. Bring more water than you think you need plus energy snacks
  • •Know wildlife etiquette: Conway has bears, moose, and elk. Make noise on blind corners and know how to react to wildlife
Trail Location
Marker
Leaflet © OpenStreetMap

Highway 285, Conway, AR 72032

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Clear Sky
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Wind
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