Shasta

Pemberton

An intermediate downhill run and South Rutherford classic.

Mountain Biking Difficult

Distance: 1.3 km
Ascent: 0 m
Descent: 211 m
Duration: 0-1 hrs

Low Point: 616 m
High Point: 828 m
Gradient: 12˚

Shasta is one of the classic South Rutherford downhill runs and arguably the least difficult when compared to PHD, Whiskey in the Jar, The 'stache and definitely Diesel Wolf (known for an epic gap over an active railroad track). The trail is mostly open and fast with a few rock gardens and kickers to keep things interesting.

Description

The top of the trail can be accessed from a gravel road that spurs off the main South Rutherford access road. The trail's end offers access to several of the lower runs in the area.

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Difficulty

Difficult

Mostly stable trail tread with some variability featuring larger and more unavoidable obstacles that may include, but not be limited to: bigger stones, roots, steps, and narrow curves. Compared to lower intermediate, technical difficulty is more advanced and grades of slopes are steeper. Ideal for upper intermediate riders.