Great Bear Recreational Trails — Attraction in Town of Volney

First time on these trails this morning 7/17/22 and overall pretty happy with the amount of mountain bike mileage you can rack up with plenty of rolling hills, climbs that won’t absolutely destroy you and some nice downhill speedy sections. The fastest portion is on the main road when you first ride into the trails. Plenty of clear view down the hill so I was able to open up my fatty and clocked 33.2mph on my Garmin. I still have more exploration to do, but my first impression on the trails is that the trail markings could and should be better. Somehow the 10k trail led me around a circle and I ended up doing the same portion twice, a couple dead ends turned me around and there were a couple sections where the single track turned into a 1/2 track and suddenly turned into an impassable 1/4 track! Overall still a good time. Not terribly technical but enough up and down to keep things spicy. No jumps or drops, just straight up trails, but plenty of roots to offer some vertical variation. In the woods gotta watch your speed as there’s plenty of blind turns and corners where other folks and dogs could be coming through. Really my only thumbs down would be the lack of clearly marked trails. Just need to make them more frequent on the trails, and perhaps more heads up and trail junctions and crossings so you know which way your trail heads. Plenty of guessing for us new guys hitting these trails for the...

GreatBear is a Great Off-Leash Dog park, Hiking, Swimming area, Mountain Biking, and all around Family Place to explore and enjoy Nature at its Best.

Great Bear Recreational Area is a 400-acre park located in the town of Volney, New York. The park features a variety of trails for hiking, biking, and horseback riding, as well as an off-leash dog park.

The trails at Great Bear are well-maintained and offer a variety of terrain, from easy to challenging. There are several loops to choose from, so you can tailor your hike to your fitness level and interests. The trails wind through woods, meadows, and wetlands, and offer stunning views of the Oswego River.

Overall, Great Bear Recreational Area is a great place to enjoy the outdoors with your family and friends. The trails are beautiful,   dogs love to explore all the various terrains and stimulus nature has to offer, there's something for everyone to enjoy.

Here are some tips for visiting Great Bear Recreational Trails

Don't forget water and snacks for yourself and your pets.

Stay on the trails and be respectful of other park users.

Pick up after you and your pets.

Great Bear Recreational Trails and Dog Park are a great place to enjoy the outdoors with your family and friends. With its beautiful trails, well-maintained facilities, and friendly atmosphere, Great Bear is sure to become a favorite destination for outdoor enthusiasts...

LEASH YOUR DOGS!! You are not doing your dog ANY justice by not leashing them. You put your dog at risk. Anyone has the right to walk their dog, even if it’s not necessarily the friendliest. If your dog runs up on a leashed dog and causes a fight in which your dog or the other is injured or even killed, is it worth it? It does not matter if your dog is nice. Not every other dog or even person wants to be ran up on by your dog. If your dog does not have a good recall while distracted, keep them leashed. For their safety, your safety, and others. Not to mention, porcupine, deer, and that the trails are horse friendly! Please don’t let your dogs run up on the horses! That being said, we love great bear! You can save the online map to your phone and follow from there if you’re having trouble following the poorly marked trails. Ticks are pretty bad but that’s the same for any wooded areas. Favorite place to walk, aside from the...