Onza Alley

Vail

An old school tech trail that offers a good challenge for upper intermediate and advanced riders.

Mountain Biking Severe

Distance
1.1 km
Ascent
0 m
Descent
133 m
Duration
0-1 hrs
Low Point
2.6 km
High Point
2.7 km
Gradient
7˚
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Unlike PMT, Onza Alley is solidly in the single back diamond range—as long as you don't drop into the uber-gnarly drop on Bailey's Bailout!

Description

Onza Alley falls between two blue trails on the mountain, allowing a faster and slightly more challenging way down when compared to nearby Lion Down. For upper intermediates looking to push the boundary, Onza Alley could be just the ticket.

Vail Mountain describes Onza Alley as "a difficult singletrack with narrow, steep sections over roots and rocks." Forget the flow trail—Onza keeps it old school!

Source: https://www.vail.com/explore-the-resort/activities-and-events/summer-activities/mountain-biking.aspx

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

1 out of 4

Close to help in case of emergency.

Best time to visit

between June and September

Features

  • Technical
  • Singletrack
  • In the forest
  • Drops
  • Roots
  • Rock Gardens

Similar routes nearby

2.3 km away

Fred's Lunch -> Lion Down

Fred's Lunch -> Lion Down

A fast intermediate descent on a classic-style two-way singletrack.

Difficult Mountain Biking

Distance
6.9 km
Ascent
9 m
Descent
596 m
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