Explore Our Trails

Discover miles of singletrack and scenic routes built and maintained by SCORR volunteers. From beginner-friendly loops to technical challenges, our trails offer something for every rider while showcasing the natural beauty of South Sarasota County.

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Boldlygo Trail (Carlton Reserve)

Our most popular singletrack trail, Boldygo starts right at the Carlton Reserve parking area. Check out the trail map on the kiosk before you dive into 10.25 miles of fun, twisty riding that truly makes it the centerpiece of our trail network. You'll find clear signs to guide you, convenient bailout points along the way, helpful bypass trails for varying skill levels, and even picnic tables strategically placed for taking a well-deserved break.

For a fantastic approximately 13-mile loop, ride out on the Boldygo trail and return by following the well-marked double track trail at the end of Boldygo. There are plenty of opportunities to add extra miles by exploring connecting trails! Simply follow the arrows and signs to guide you back to the parking lot.

You can find the Boldygo trail on popular platforms like MapmyRide.com and Strava.

South of Border Trail (“SOB” in Lincer Preserve adjacent to and accessed through Carlton Reserve)

The SOB loop trail is an additional 5.25 miles of singletrack fun located in the Lincer Preserve just across a section of Border Road that can only be accessed through the Carlton Reserve. This trail is often ridden as an extension of the Boldygo Trail for a total of 15.5 miles of singletrack (over 18 miles with the return to the parking area). A bridge over the creek can be found at the 1 mile mark of Boldygo. Go through the gate and the kiosk and the start of the trail will be on the right. There is an opportunity to pause at mile 3.75 and enjoy a view of the lake. SOB takes you through pine and oak canopies, as well as scrub flatwoods including palm and palmetto. Keep your eyes open for markings of times gone by, both natural and manmade. Wild pigs are active in the property and can leave behind ruts and holes (helping the trail earn its “SOB” nickname, so be aware throughout this loop. Also, animals can often be found here, generally in the early light of mornings or the cool of the end of day.

Live Long, Live Long Return, Prosper, POLR and Prosper Return Trails (Big Slough Preserve)

These technical singletrack trails offer a unique and challenging riding experience along the banks of the historic Big Slough, a man-made waterway dating back to the 1940s. Located in Big Slough Preserve, which borders Carlton Reserve to the east and accessed from the South Powerline Trail (“SPLT” a gravel road with no public vehicle access that runs east to west through the greater Carlton Complex), these trails offer distinct characteristics.

Prosper, running along the eastern side of the slough, is slightly less technical (though still of intermediate difficulty) and offers a somewhat faster ride with similar features to Live Long. It also features a returning loop, Prosper Return, and provides another 5 plus miles of singletrack on the eastern side of the slough.

You can also enjoy each of these trails separately as out-and-backs, or in reverse, to effectively double the singletrack riding experience. For the more adventurous, when water levels are suitably low (use your best judgment!), the water crossing at the end of Live Long may be rideable for a return trip via the Prosper trail. However, with the return trails, you can now enjoy big loops on either side of the Slough without needing to cross the water.

Access to Live Long and Prosper is easy via the hike/bike/equestrian bridge connecting Myakkahatchee Creek Environmental Park in North Port (MCEP) to Big Slough Preserve and the rest of the Carlton Complex. After crossing the bridge, take a right turn onto the SPLT for about a quarter mile to find the entrances to the Live Long and Prosper trails.
Alternatively, for those seeking a longer and more scenic ride, these trails can also be reached from the Carlton Reserve parking area by heading east for approximately 10 miles out the SPLT – an easy ride that often rewards you with great wildlife sightings along the way.

POLR (Path of Least Resistance) Trail (Big Slough Preserve)

The POLR trail begins near the north end of Live Long (about 200 yards to the southwest). This 1.5-mile singletrack provides a valuable connection to the North Power Line Trail (NPLT, a double track mostly grass on gravel trail). You can ride POLR to access the NPLT, or many ride it as an additional 3.2 mile loop trail that is connected to Live Long Return, further enhancing singletrack riding possibilities in Big Slough.

The POLR trail winds through a beautiful oak and pine canopy. Please be aware that this area is wild pig territory. While they are not generally aggressive toward people, you may see them or evidence of their trail-digging activities.

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General Trail Information & Safety

On all of these trails, you ride at your own risk and are responsible for your own safety. Helmets and good judgment are strongly recommended at all times. Please be aware that the trails (or sections thereof) will flood during the rainy season and may become impassable.

Be prepared: Bring all necessary food, water, supplies, and any tools you might need.

Tread Lightly: Use these trails with care. Do not deface or modify trees, the trails, or their features in any way.

Pack It In, Pack It Out: Enjoy the natural beauty, and please remember that these trails are maintained by dedicated volunteers – anything you take in with you should be brought back out by you!

Volunteer with SCORR! If you are interested in volunteering to help us maintain and expand our fantastic trail network, please let us know! Your help is always appreciated.

Explore the Carlton Complex: The Carlton Complex offers virtually limitless combinations of double track, gravel, and singletrack trails, allowing you to create a ride perfectly suited to your preferences and skill level.

Trail Maps: Trail maps for Carlton Reserve are generally available at kiosks on-site. Maps for both Carlton Reserve and Big Slough Preserve are also readily available through online search.

Enjoy the trails and ride safely!