Hospital Trails are the Best Beginner Trails
Wide, open, and flowing with smooth natural surface. No technical obstacles. Meandering scenic trail with many bermed turns that offer an ideal entry-level experience for the new rider or a rider not comfortable with narrow, technical trails. Not just for kids, this trail is quite suitable for riders of all ages and abilities.
Mileage: 5.5 miles with many smaller loops.
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Type: Easy Singletrack.
Trailhead Access:
-Hospital Trails at Tamarack Health Water’s Edge Trailhead
From downtown Hayward drive north on Hwy. 63 to the intersection with State Hwy 27/77. Turn left on 27/77 and drive 1.5 miles west. Follow ‘H” signs to Hayward Area Memorial Hospital. Park in the lot closest to Essentia Health. Trails start near the southwest corner of the parking lot.
-Hospital Trails at Tamarack Health Olson Rd Trailhead
From downtown Hayward drive north on Highway 63. Approximately 1/2 mile north of Hwy 77/27 intersection, turn left onto Hospital Road. Drive 1/4 mile and turn right on Olson Road. Drive 1/4 mile. Trailhead is on the left.