Photo Courtesy of Austin Steo
FAIRLAND SKILLS PARK
"THE PIT"
Burtonsville, MD
FAIRLAND SKILLS PARK
The Fairland Skills Park, a.k.a. The Pit, opened in October 2022. The skills area has progressive jumps, drops, skinnies, and wooden wall rides.
There is a parking lot right by The Pit, off of Greencastle Road.
Watch a ride video of The Pit by Sploosh MTB.
GETTING THERE
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The trails and features at Fairland Skills Park are suitable for riders of all abilities but include sections more suitable for intermediate to advanced riders. MORE subscribes to IMBA's trail difficulty ratings
When complete Fairland will be the largest skills park in the area.





Features are worn and need a refresh.
Most of the leaves are clear on the loop. Most of the berms and jumps need rebuilding as they are worn down.
If you're within riding distance, you're gonna love this place. I'll never forget hearing some slow old guys talk about how the place is too small too get a good ride in as they walked their bikes up a hill, so if you don't like looking on the bright side this place might not be for you. But otherwise, the great sessionable jumpline, the fact you'll always meet friendly fellow riders (hikers too), and the great loops and skill building opportunities make this place a gem even if it isn't a distant destination like some. Ride on!