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Blackcomb CRA contains historic public trails that fall with the Blackcomb Mountain Controlled Recreation Area. Extensive maintenance and upgrades have taken place on these trails over the past years, funded in part by Whistler Blackcomb.
Please respect this area and the work done by WB by not participating in any unauthorized trail construction within the CRA.
Please respect this area and the work done by WB by not participating in any unauthorized trail construction within the CRA.
Primary Trail Type: All-Mountain & Downhill
Land Status: Ski Resort
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Activities Click to view
- Mountain Bike
41 trails
- E-Bike
39 trails
- Hike
35 trails
- Trail Running
38 trails
- Downhill Ski
3 trails
- Backcountry Ski
13 trails
Region Details
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- 1
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- 14
- 7
Region Status
Open as of 2 days
Stats
- Avg Trail Rating
- Trails (view details)
- 48
- Trails Mountain Bike
- 41
- Trails E-Bike
- 39
- Trails Gravel Bike
- 11
- Trails Adaptive Bike
- 7
- Trails Hike
- 35
- Trails Trail Running
- 38
- Trails Snowshoe
- 3
- Trails Downhill Ski
- 3
- Trails Backcountry Ski
- 13
- Total Distance
- 22 miles
- Total Descent Distance
- 10 miles
- Total Descent
- 8,973 ft
- Total Vertical
- 3,891 ft
- Highest Trailhead
- 6,143 ft
- Reports
- 2,374
- Photos
- 819
- Completed Counter
- 87,293
Articles
Video: A Rip Down Blackcomb's Dark Crystal in 'Crystallize'
Jan 1, 2020 from pinkbike.com
Lucy Mackie takes a ride down Dark Crystal.
Video: Advice From Chris Kovarik on Riding in the Mud
Oct 29, 2019 from pinkbike.com
You don't win a World Cup by 14 seconds without being an incredible rider.
Video: Riding Some Of Whistler's Finest Singletrack
Jun 24, 2019 from pinkbike.com
Jason Lucas and Pete Matthews spent a day exploring three different networks around Whistler and share their first impressions.
Popular Blackcomb CRA Mountain Biking Trails
• 95 ★ 3.1 • 2,290 ft • 163 ft • 5,448 •
To avoid Blackcomb main access mountain road while climbing to Micro Climate / Crazy Trail / Hey Bud.
• 95 ★ 2.5 • 1,145 ft • 105 ft • 5,204 •
To avoid Blackcomb main access mountain road while climbing to Micro Climate.
• 90 ★ 4.7 • 1 mile • 0 ft • 3,480 •
TRAIL CLOSED between late October to July 1st (due to ski area operations in autumn and bear activity in the spring). Check Trail Reports. Please respect this closure, infringement could lead to the permanent closure of this trail....
• 90 ★ 3.4 • 495 ft • 55 ft • 2,971 •
Popular black diamond difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions and has a hard overall physical rating with a 55 ft black diamond climb. On average it takes 1 minutes to complete this trail.
• 85 ★ 2.8 • 1,266 ft • 54 ft • 2,913 •
Popular green difficulty gravel path. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions and has a easy overall physical rating with a 54 ft green climb. On average it takes 2 minutes to complete this trail.
• 100 ★ 4.4 • 2,523 ft • 278 ft • 2,434 •
The first phase of the Blackcomb Bench Climb Trail built for uphill mountain biking in summer and wide of enough to fetch snow in winter season for uphill ski touring. The BBC climbs through the forest providing shade in summer and a...
• 90 ★ 3.8 • 574 ft • 42 ft • 2,423 •
Recently re-opened old hiking trail that follows the river providing a more pleasant climbing line to access yummy from lost lake.
• 85 ★ 4.0 • 1,706 ft • 10 ft • 2,373 •
Roam in the Loam is a rooty and steep trail that was probably loamy about twenty years ago. It descends through the forest over large root drops and difficult pitches. Other lines join the trail but the original line down stays left....
Blackcomb CRA Mountain Bike Routes
★ 4.7 • 5 miles • 1,473 ft • 9 • Loop •
Microclimate achieved notoriety when it was featured in the World Enduro Series event in Whistler back in...
4 miles • 1,274 ft • 6 •
Apres hosted by Buffalo Bills Prizing by Gibbons Toonie First Aid: 236-967-5083 Online registration closes...
10 miles • 3,164 ft • 10 •
Whistler Relive Your Rides Blackcomb Classic Dark Crystal and Hey Bud For other ride suggestions for this...
3 miles • 1,172 ft • 3 •
2021 Worca Virtual Toonie #10 by Arbutus Routes and RMU Time to head up Blackcomb! Climb up the Access...
★ 2.8 • 10 miles • 2,717 ft • 22 • Loop •
Up to Dark Crystal with a couple of little detours, down, climb up to Comfortably Numb and descend the...
5 miles • 1,445 ft • 7 •
Photos of Blackcomb CRA Mountain Bike
Videos of Blackcomb CRA Mountain Bike
Current Trail Warnings
| status | trail | date | condition | user | info |
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| Dark Crystal | Nov 1, 2026 @ 9:00am (America/Vancouver) Nov 1, 2026 | Icy | dirtshifter WORCA | Closed for the season - Thanks to... |
Recent Trail Reports
| status | trail | date | condition | info | user |
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| Roam in the Loam | Nov 13, 2026 @ 12:49pm (America/Vancouver) 2 days | Wet | WavisOShea | ||
| Micro Climate Access | Nov 5, 2026 @ 12:53pm (America/Vancouver) Nov 5, 2026 | Wet | WavisOShea | ||
| Out of the Dust | Nov 5, 2026 @ 12:53pm (America/Vancouver) Nov 5, 2026 | Prevalent Mud | WavisOShea | ||
| Blackcomb Bench Climb - Upper | Oct 30, 2026 @ 2:29pm (America/Vancouver) Oct 30, 2026 | Ideal | WavisOShea | ||
| Micro Climate | Oct 30, 2026 @ 10:51am (America/Vancouver) Oct 30, 2026 | Unknown | YutoDohi | ||
| Three Balls | Oct 13, 2026 @ 2:39pm (America/Vancouver) Oct 13, 2026 | Ideal | WavisOShea | ||
| Blackcomb Access Road | Oct 11, 2026 @ 11:38am (America/Vancouver) Oct 11, 2026 | Ideal | raffi200 | ||
| Golden Boner | Oct 8, 2026 @ 12:14pm (America/Vancouver) Oct 8, 2026 | Ideal | WavisOShea | ||
| Blackcomb Access Road | Oct 6, 2026 @ 11:26am (America/Vancouver) Oct 6, 2026 | Ideal | WavisOShea | ||
| Blackcomb Access Road | Oct 5, 2026 @ 12:05pm (America/Vancouver) Oct 5, 2026 | Ideal | XyukonR |
Activity Feed
| username | action | type | title | date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WavisOShea | add | report | activity #107728431 | Nov 13, 2026 @ 3:12pm 2 days |
| parkerworthington | wishlist | trail | activity #107450708 | Nov 8, 2026 @ 12:46pm Nov 8, 2026 |
| WavisOShea | add | report | activity #107273921 and 1 more | Nov 5, 2026 @ 8:42pm Nov 5, 2026 |
| SetecAstronomy | vote | trail | activity #107033132 | Nov 1, 2026 @ 1:04pm Nov 1, 2026 |
| dirtshifter | add | report | activity #107009009 | Nov 1, 2026 @ 8:04am Nov 1, 2026 |
Recent Comments
| username | type | title | comment | date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| trail | This is one of the more sandbagged black tech... | Oct 26, 2026 @ 7:46pm Oct 26, 2026 | ||
| report | Beauty! Thanks, I'll try to get to the upper... | Oct 15, 2026 @ 4:27pm Oct 15, 2026 | ||
| trail | cruel to have to ride this when there's a... | Sep 27, 2026 @ 10:29pm Sep 27, 2026 | ||
| trail | it was open 9/5, running nice | Sep 6, 2026 @ 3:50pm Sep 6, 2026 | ||
| trail | Does anyone know when Microclimate will reopen... | Aug 27, 2026 @ 3:30pm Aug 27, 2026 |
Nearby Areas
| name | distance | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lost Lake | 11 | 27 | 2 | 1.1 km | |
| Whistler Mountain Bike Park | 11 | 50 | 38 | 34 | 1.5 km |
| Whistler Village | 1 | 13 | 8 | 3 | 1.6 km |
| No Flow Zone | 6 | 20 | 5 | 3.3 km | |
| Whistler North | 6 | 12 | 37 | 6 | 3.4 km |
Local Badges
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Bike & Skill Parks
| name | type | city | rating |
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| Whistler Pump Track | skill park | Whistler |
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Activity Type Stats
| activitytype | trails | distance | descent | descent distance | total vertical | rating | global rank | state rank | photos | reports | routes | activity logs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mountain Bike | 41 | 16 miles | 7,628 ft | 8 miles | 1,946 ft | #304 | #38 | 790 | 2,355 | 38 | 20,122 | |
| E-Bike | 39 | 15 miles | 7,559 ft | 8 miles | 1,942 ft | #1,192 | #70 | 19 | 2,025 | 3 | 1,602 | |
| Gravel Bike | 11 | 7 miles | 1,535 ft | 2 miles | 3,219 ft | #180 | #32 | 119 | 6 | |||
| Adaptive Bike | 7 | 4 miles | 243 ft | 2,776 ft | 1,929 ft | #181 | #32 | 230 | ||||
| Hike | 35 | 13 miles | 6,975 ft | 8 miles | 3,891 ft | #1,075 | #69 | 2,165 | 1,301 | |||
| Trail Running | 38 | 14 miles | 5,719 ft | 6 miles | 3,891 ft | #4,151 | #138 | 2,199 | 590 | |||
| Snowshoe | 3 | 4,862 ft | 23 ft | 495 ft | 528 ft | 29 | 11 | |||||
| Downhill Ski | 3 | 3 miles | 1,286 ft | 2 miles | 2,014 ft | #398 | #20 | 22 | 406 | |||
| Backcountry Ski | 13 | 9 miles | 1,368 ft | 2 miles | 3,665 ft | #13 | #4 | 3 | 70 | 700 |
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Blackcomb CRA?
The highest rated mountain biking trails in Blackcomb CRA are:
- Dark Crystal (4.8/5)
- Hey Bud (Upper) (4.6/5)
- Micro Climate (4.6/5)
- Crazy Train (4.5/5)
- Bud Light (4.4/5)
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What is the best time of the year to ride in Blackcomb CRA?
Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride in Blackcomb CRA are:
- July (545 activities)
- August (407 activities)
- September (331 activities)
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Where can I park to ride in Blackcomb CRA?
There are 1 parking locations listed in Blackcomb CRA. The most popular parking spots are:
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What is the longest trail in Blackcomb CRA?
The longest trail in Blackcomb CRA is Dark Crystal at 1.7 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
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What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Blackcomb CRA?
The best hiking trails in Blackcomb CRA are: View all hiking trails sorted by popularity score.
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What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Blackcomb CRA?
The best trail running trails in Blackcomb CRA are: View all trail running trails sorted by popularity score.
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How many trails are in Blackcomb CRA?
Blackcomb CRA has a total of 48 trails. Of those, 41 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in Blackcomb CRA to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
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Which trail has the most elevation gain in Blackcomb CRA?
The trail with the most elevation gain in Blackcomb CRA is Blackcomb Bench Climb - Middle with 279 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
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Which trail has the most elevation descent in Blackcomb CRA?
The trail with the most elevation descent in Blackcomb CRA is Dark Crystal with 1,742 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
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What activities are most popular in Blackcomb CRA?
Blackcomb CRA supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Hiking, Trail Running, Skiing, Backcountry Skiing.
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What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Blackcomb CRA?
The steepest mountain biking trail in Blackcomb CRA is Horstman Creek with an average grade of 11.2%. View all trails sorted by grade.
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What trails have the biggest jumps in Blackcomb CRA?
The trails with the biggest jumps in Blackcomb CRA are: Browse all mountain bike trails to find trails with jumps and technical features.
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Are the trails open in Blackcomb CRA?
The overall region status for Blackcomb CRA is Clear / Green. Out of 39 trails:
- Clear / Green: 31
- Minor Issue / Yellow: 4
- Significant Issue / Amber: 2
- Closed: 2
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What are the trail conditions in Blackcomb CRA?
Based on trail reports from the past week in Blackcomb CRA:
- Wet: 1 trail
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Can I ride an ebike in Blackcomb CRA?
Yes, Blackcomb CRA supports e-bike riding. There are 36 trails in Blackcomb CRA that allow e-bikes. Check the e-bike trails listing for specific trail access details and any local regulations.
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What are the most popular mountain biking routes in Blackcomb CRA?
The most popular mountain biking routes in Blackcomb CRA are:
- Micro Climate AMS
- WORCA TOONIE | August 13, 2026 | Buffalo Bills, Gibbons
- Whistler Relive Your Rides Blackcomb Classic
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What type of bike is most common in Blackcomb CRA?
Based on activity log data, the most common bike types used in Blackcomb CRA are:
- AM (243 activities)
- XC (17 activities)
- DH (4 activities)
- RD (3 activities)
- CX (1 activities)
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What are the most popular Strava Segments in Blackcomb CRA?
The most popular Strava segments in Blackcomb CRA are:
- EWS Sprint Roam In the Loam to Instant Grat (10,430 athletes)
- Dark Crystal (7,714 athletes)
- Dank Crystal (7,695 athletes)
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What are some popular technical trail features in Blackcomb CRA?
There are 1 technical trail features (TTFs) in Blackcomb CRA. Some popular features include: View all technical trail features in Blackcomb CRA.
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What trails are closed in Blackcomb CRA?
There are currently 2 closed trails in Blackcomb CRA. The breakdown of all trail statuses is:
- Clear / Green: 31
- Minor Issue / Yellow: 4
- Significant Issue / Amber: 2
- Closed: 2
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What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Blackcomb CRA?
The most popular mountain biking trails in Blackcomb CRA are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by popularity.
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What are the best beginner ride trails in Blackcomb CRA?
The best beginner mountain biking trails in Blackcomb CRA are:
- Cedars (2.8/5)
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