These are recurring weekly or monthly Florida mountain (off road) bike rides that are not assigned ride guides. Ride Leaders may be at each ride but no guides are provided. If you can ride our Sunday rides, you'll have a blast on these!
Check the SWAMP Hotline, 813-689-5109, for the latest info on these rides
Social Thursday's: Urban Assault, We ride various routes through Tampa, Downtown and North Tampa neighborhoods, usually one Thursday a month. Mountain bikes are encouraged, but road bikes are OK, too. Front and rear lights may be required on some late rides. See the SWAMP Calendar for locations and dates. Meet at 6:00 pm; roll out at 6:30. Attendance varies for these rides so post your ride intentions on the E-Group or call SWAMP Hotline, 813-689-5109, to get further information.
Friday's: Night Rides. During Standard Time (Nov - Mar), when the sun sets early, We sometimes have two night rides per month. Bike lights may be required on some late rides. See the SWAMP Calendar for locations and dates. Meet at 6:00 pm; roll out at 6:30. Attendance varies for these rides so post your ride intentions on the E-Group or call SWAMP Hotline, 813-689-5109, to get further information.
Balm Boyette Scrub Preserve, Friday Night (See Calendar for schedule)
An exiciting ride. (miles varies based on the group).
Meet at the parking lot by 6:00 pm in order to be ready to ride by 6:25. All riders should be finished, packed and out of the park by 8:30 pm.
Flatwoods, Friday Night (See Calendar for schedule)
Ride an out-and-back route that covers Flatwoods and part of Trout Creek. (10 to 17 miles).
Meet at the Ranger Entrance Station parking lot (Morris Bridge Road entrance about 6 miles east of I-75 and Fletcher) Plan to arrive by 6:00 pm in order to sign in, pay the park ranger and be ready to ride by 6:25. Roll at 6:30 sharp. (No late riders allowed after the last group leaves the parking lot) A contribution of $5 per rider, plus a parking fee, is required. All riders should be finished, packed and out of the park by 8:30 pm.
Helmet and good lighting system (10 watts or better) required for all night rides.
Some Saturday's: We sometimes have members arrange a Dirt Road Ride near Dade City. This mostly dirt road ride around Dade City and San Antonio will challenge riders of all levels! Rolling Florida hills and minimal traffic make this ride great fun. Mountain bikes suggested. Front and rear lights are required for late night rides, but with the full moon you won't need your light much. Ride is "Show n Go". Post your ride intentions on the E-Group or call SWAMP Hotline, 813-689-5109, to get further information. Note this ride is not very well attended so read the e-group or forums to make sure others will be there.
Directions: I75 North to exit 293 (old exit 60, Dade City). Turn left (east towards Dade City) and go about 1.5 miles to Clayhill Road (look for Sertoma Youth Ranch sign). Turn left and go about .4 miles until you see a couple of houses on the left. Look for other cars and riders. Park on the side of the road.
Route Map: This is a 1.2mb Adobe PDF
Tuesday Evening Rides (March - November): Hole in the Fence (Morris Bridge Bicycling and Hiking Area). This is a Show and Go off-road mountain bike Ride during daylight hours when the sun stays out late. Everyone is welcome. Ride the entire Wilderness Parks Main Loop (aprox 15 miles) or zoom around on even more trails with the faster groups. (Make sure you ask someone before you leave which group you should ride with)
Meet at the Hole in the Fence (Morris Bridge Riding Area) dirt parking lot south of Morris Bridge Road directly across the street on the right side from the Trout Creek Park entrance, just east of I-75 and Fletcher)
Roll at 6pm Sharp. Out before dark, no lights required. $2 per car entrance fee.
Helmet required for all rides.
Tuesday Afternoon Rides (November - March): There are plenty of places to ride for the afternoon when the sun sets early. A Show and Go ride leaving at 4 pm from Trout Creek is a great example. Anyone is welcome. Parking fees apply. Helmet required for all rides.
* See the SWAMP Events page, Calendar or E-Group for the latest information on times or cancellations.
Join us for any of these great fun mountain bike trail rides!
No matter which ride you choose, remember to ask which group (B plus, B or C) you should ride with.
All Florida mountain bike events on this page are subject to change based on weather and other factors. If you have any questions, check the SWAMP Hotline 813-689-5109.
Club members can check the SWAMP E-Group for the latest information.