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Angry Midget

Trade in Diamond Head's flow for some technical fall line shredding.

Mountain Biking Severe

Distance
6.1 km
Ascent
330 m
Descent
330 m
Duration
0-1 hrs
Low Point
324 m
High Point
603 m
Gradient
13˚
Angry Midget Map

Sick of all the constant flow in the Diamond Head area? Add some tech to your day with a high-speed rip straight down the mountainside on Angry Midget!

Description

Many local riders consider Angry Midget to be the best black diamond trail in the Squamish area. Tucked away deep beneath the forest canopy, advanced riders can't get enough of the dark black dirt on this gnarly fall line singletrack trail. 

Where the nearby flow trails of Half Nelson and Full Nelson wind slowly down the mountain, maximizing the descent by running back and forth across the mountain's flanks, Angry Midget plunges straight down the mountainside. Be prepared for steep (but manageable) pitches that funnel into ledge drops, webs of roots, and chunky rock gardens.

Over the years of use, the trail tread has widened, allowing you to choose your level of challenge as you ride. Some drop lines may require serious air time, but there's always a smaller drop option or a rollable line. 

In places, little kickers off of carved roots and tree stumps lead to massive hang time for expert-level riders stepping down to a downslope landing far below. If you spot a jump option, be sure to scope it before you send. The Squamish locals are some of the best mountain bikers in the world, which means you'll find some seriously massive optional hits on these trails.

Still looking for more tech after Angry Midget? Head to Ditch Pig next!

Difficulty

Severe

Widely variable, narrow trail tread with steeper grades and unavoidable obstacles of 15in/38cm tall or less. Obstacles may include unavoidable bridges 24in/61cm wide or less, large rocks, gravel, difficult root sections, and more. Ideal for advanced-level riders.

Medium Exposure

2 out of 4

The trail contains some obstacles such as outcroppings and rock which could cause injury.

Remoteness

2 out of 4

Away from help but easily accessed.

Best time to visit

between March and November

Features

  • Technical
  • Singletrack
  • In the forest
  • Drops
  • Jumps
  • Roots
  • Rock Rolls
  • Rock Gardens
  • Wooden Feature

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