Trail Statistics & Information
| Activity Type: | Mountain Biking |
| Nearby City: | Saucier |
| Length: | 38 total miles |
| Elevation Gain: | Minimal |
| Trail Type: | Loop |
| Season: | Due to its sandier structure, this trail holds up better in wet weather. |
| Local Contacts: | Biloxi Ranger District Office, National Forest Service, 601-928-5291 |
| Local Maps: | The De Soto National Forest map is a good one to buy because of all the many fine places to visit in this huge (501,000-acre) natural setting. You can also pick up or order a map of the Bethel ATV Trail from the Biloxi Ranger District's office in McHenry on Highway 49. |
| Guide Book: | Mountain Bike! Deep South Guide Book |
DescriptionBethel Trails are a network of trails (Pine Lizard, South Pine Lizard, Badlands, Couch Trail,
Turtle Back Trail, Briar Patch, and South Bethel) which used to be Motorcycle trails. The trails
are in the Desoto National Forest. They are primarily single track with the occasional fire and
jeep trail. The trails are flat with only slight changes in elevation. The trails range from tight
turns in the trees to scenic stretches along the creeks. Be prepared for a variety of soils ranging
from sand to hard packed dirt.
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