BCBR 2023 Stage 4 Nanaimo

Vancouver Island

Some non technical steep climbs to banked corner downhill riding.

Mountain Biking Moderate

Distance: 37 km
Ascent: 1.1 km
Descent: 1.1 km
Duration: 3-4 hrs

Low Point: 62 m
High Point: 491 m
Gradient: 10˚

This is a popular mountain biking route which is generally considered to be moderate. It's not remote, it features medium exposure and is typically done between May and November. From a low point of 62 m to the maximum altitude of 491 m, the route covers 37 km, 1129 vertical metres of ascent and 1130 vertical metres of descent.

Photo from BCBR 2023 Stage 4 Nanaimo — Photo: Kylee Toth Ohler

Description

Some non technical steep climbs to banked corner downhill riding.

Difficulty

Moderate

Mostly stable trail tread with some variability, with unavoidable obstacles 8in/20cm tall or less. Other obstacles such as rock gullies and steep sections may exist. Ideal for lower intermediate riders.

Medium Exposure

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

Remoteness

Close to help in case of emergency.