Rooney Valley is considered intermediate difficulty, but it’s on the easier end of the spectrum for intermediate trails. If you don’t think you’re ready for it, take an easier version of the loop by passing up the turn for Rooney Valley and continuing down the service road. Near the bottom of the road, turn left at a signed junction to stay on Green Mountain Trail, and keep following it around the base of the mountain to your starting point.

If you do take Rooney Valley, you’ll enjoy steep and fast singletrack, swooping turns, and great views the whole way down. There are some larger rocks and loose rocks in places, and some sections may be a bit rutted. Riders who are comfortable on varied terrain won’t have any trouble. For newer riders, it’s great for building skills.

Sources: https://www.lakewood.org/Government/Departments/Community-Resources/Parks-Forestry-and-Open-Space/A-to-Z-Park-Listing/William-F.-Hayden-Park-on-Green-Mountain https://www.mobilemaplets.com/showplace/5644 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sq9xNZieRMs