Trail design

We’re here to design trails that work.

A creative and thoughtful approach to trail design.

At Dirt Tek Trails, our design work is rooted in real-world terrain, practical build logistics, and user experience. Every line we lay out is driven by on-the-ground evaluation of grade, flow, and environmental constraints. So what gets designed is truly buildable, rideable, and longstanding.

Concept planning & feasibility
We start by collaborating with land managers, stakeholders, or volunteer groups to define the trail system’s purpose and user base. From there, we evaluate terrain, access points, and site constraints to determine what’s possible, what’s smart, and what will be the most fun to ride.

Concept design icon for Dirt Tek Trails. Dirt Tek Trails offers trail design rooted in real-world terrain, practical build logistics, and user experience.

Master planning & trail system layout
We create full-scale plans that identify line types, difficulty progression, access connections, and overall mileage. Our approach balances rider experience with land use compatibility, laying out systems that evolve naturally with the terrain.

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Flagline & field design
Every line is flagged on foot using practical grade checks and visual assessments. We align trails to maximize natural features, minimize excavation, and ensure sustainable drainage.

Flagline icon for Dirt Tek Trails. Dirt Tek Trails uses flagline and field design to align trails with natural features, minimize excavation and ensure sustainable drainers.
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Build-ready design documents
When needed, we provide layout maps, line profiles, detailed construction notes, and trail specs. These documents support accurate budgeting, permitting, or grant submittals, and give a clear roadmap for construction.

Feature integration & technical design
We incorporate terrain-informed jumps, berms, rock lines, and signature features based on site potential and user goals. Our designs balance safety, progression, and creativity. No generic flow, no wasted dirt.

Feature integration icon for Dirt Tek Trails. Dirt Tek Trails incorporates terrain-informed jumps, berms, rock lines, and signatures features as part of its technical trail design services.

Sustainability & maintenance planning
We design with long-term durability in mind—focusing on natural drainage, slope-appropriate trail geometry, and material efficiency. Where needed, we provide maintenance plans and trail management guidance.

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