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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.
      Primary Trail Type: All-Mountain & Downhill
      Land Status: Ski Resort
      Base 2 (Free Parking) google parking directions

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      Region Details
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      Region Status
      Open as of 3 days
      Local Trail Association

      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
      2,229
      Photos
      736
      Completed Counter
      85,530

      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 3.2 2,290 ft 163 ft 5,359
      To avoid Blackcomb main access mountain road while climbing to / Crazy Trail / .
      90 2.5 1,145 ft 105 ft 5,114
      To avoid Blackcomb main access mountain road while climbing to .
      85 4.8 2 miles 0 ft 4,636
      This trail is NOT SUITABLE for wet weather riding. Please choose other trails during periods of rain or extended wet weather. Now officially a part of the Blackcomb trail network, descends from the bottom of the Crystal Ridge Express...
      85 4.7 1 mile 0 ft 3,379
      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 2,930
      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 minutes to complete this trail.
      85 2.8 1,266 ft 54 ft 2,870
      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.
      85 3.8 574 ft 42 ft 2,373
      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 2,336
      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. The crux of the...

      Recent Ride Log Activity in Region

      Today
      • 0 rides
      Yesterday
      • 15 rides
      Past Week
      • 64 rides

      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 to and...
      2.8 10 miles 2,717 ft 22 Loop
      Up to with a couple of little detours, down, climb up to Comfortably Numb and descend the Foreplay Descent...
      5 miles 1,445 ft 7

      Photos of Blackcomb CRA Mountain Bike

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      Videos of Blackcomb CRA Mountain Bike

      Roam in the Loam
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      2:50 | 46 | Aug 10, 2025
      rabbit tracks
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      0:46 | 61 | Jul 30, 2025
      golden boner
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      5:30 | 105 | Jul 27, 2025
      micro climate
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      11:12 | 124 | Aug 1, 2024
      rabbit tracks
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      0:53 | 82 | Jul 16, 2024
      Instant Gratification
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      0:24 | 105 | Sep 24, 2023
      dark crystal
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      17:28 | 53 | Aug 7, 2023
      Dark Crystal with Paralympian Morgan Perrin
      mtb
      11:59 | 149 | Sep 8, 2021

      Current Trail Warnings

      Recent Trail Reports

      Activity Feed

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      yark0addreportactivity #104399645 and 6 more
      Sep 22, 2026 @ 9:14pm
      10 hours
      SlimCatriddentrailactivity #104382928
      Sep 22, 2026 @ 3:52pm
      16 hours
      WinDieselwishlistrouteactivity #104349026
      Sep 22, 2026 @ 7:01am
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      DbxdYOvotetrailactivity #104314986
      Sep 21, 2026 @ 3:28pm
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      BenkTJMBuwishlisttrailactivity #104269289
      Sep 20, 2026 @ 10:07pm
      2 days

      Recent Comments

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      cdor34trailMicro Climateit was open 9/5, running nice
      Sep 6, 2026 @ 3:50pm
      Sep 6, 2026
      timingertrailMicro ClimateDoes anyone know when Microclimate will reopen...
      Aug 27, 2026 @ 3:30pm
      Aug 27, 2026
      MikelHPvSEreportMicro ClimateYep haha I went up for microclimate, guess...
      Aug 22, 2026 @ 11:02pm
      Aug 22, 2026
      middleagedmediocremtbertrailDark CrystalThis trail is 10/10. First third has some...
      Aug 22, 2026 @ 7:26am
      Aug 22, 2026
      NealWalkerreportMicro ClimateThe sign at the bottom has every trail as open...
      Aug 21, 2026 @ 6:43pm
      Aug 21, 2026

      Nearby Areas

      namedistance
      Lost Lake 11 27 21.1 km
      Whistler Mountain Bike Park 10 53 38 341.5 km
      Whistler Village 1 13 8 31.6 km
      No Flow Zone 6 20 53.3 km
      Whistler North 6 12 37 63.4 km

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      Activity Type Stats

      activitytypetrailsdistancedescentdescent distancetotal verticalratingglobal rankstate rankphotosreportsroutesactivity logs
      Mountain Bike4116 miles7,628 ft8 miles1,946 ft
      #302#397042,2103819,831
      E-Bike3915 miles7,559 ft8 miles1,942 ft
      #1,142#59191,91231,490
      Gravel Bike117 miles1,535 ft2 miles3,219 ft
      #180#32905
      Adaptive Bike74 miles243 ft2,776 ft1,929 ft
      #181#32201
      Hike3513 miles6,975 ft8 miles3,891 ft
      #1,046#6412,0281,271
      Trail Running3814 miles5,719 ft6 miles3,891 ft
      #4,162#1392,062566
      Snowshoe34,862 ft23 ft495 ft528 ft
      2911
      Downhill Ski33 miles1,286 ft2 miles2,014 ft
      #324#2020411
      Backcountry Ski139 miles1,368 ft2 miles3,665 ft
      #13#4370702

      Frequently Asked Questions

      What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Blackcomb CRA?
      The highest rated mountain biking trails in Blackcomb CRA are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by rating.
      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 (406 activities)
      • September (279 activities)
      Check the Blackcomb CRA reports page for current trail conditions, recent trail reports, and seasonal information from the local community.
      Where can I park to ride in Blackcomb CRA?
      There are 1 parking locations listed in Blackcomb CRA. The most popular parking spots are:
      What is the longest trail in Blackcomb CRA?
      The longest trail in Blackcomb CRA is Dark Crystal at 2.8 km. View all trails sorted by distance.
      What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Blackcomb CRA?
      What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Blackcomb CRA?
      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.
      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 85 m of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
      Which trail has the most elevation descent in Blackcomb CRA?
      The trail with the most elevation descent in Blackcomb CRA is Dark Crystal with 531 m of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
      What activities are most popular in Blackcomb CRA?
      Blackcomb CRA supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Hiking, Trail Running, Skiing, Backcountry Skiing.
      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.
      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.
      Are the trails open in Blackcomb CRA?
      The overall region status for Blackcomb CRA is Clear / Green. Out of 39 trails:
      • Clear / Green: 35
      • Significant Issue / Amber: 3
      • Closed: 1
      View the full trail status page for the latest updates.
      What are the trail conditions in Blackcomb CRA?
      Based on trail reports from the past week in Blackcomb CRA:
      • Ideal: 4 trails
      • Dry: 2 trails
      Check the Blackcomb CRA trail status page for the most current conditions and recent trail reports.
      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.
      What are the most popular mountain biking routes in Blackcomb CRA?
      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 (232 activities)
      • XC (17 activities)
      • DH (4 activities)
      • RD (3 activities)
      • CX (1 activities)
      Check the Blackcomb CRA activity logs for more details.
      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)
      View all Strava segments in Blackcomb CRA.
      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.
      What trails are closed in Blackcomb CRA?
      There are currently 1 closed trails in Blackcomb CRA. The breakdown of all trail statuses is:
      • Clear / Green: 35
      • Significant Issue / Amber: 3
      • Closed: 1
      View all closed trails for the latest updates.
      What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Blackcomb CRA?
      What are the best beginner ride trails in Blackcomb CRA?
      The best beginner mountain biking trails in Blackcomb CRA are: View all beginner mountain biking trails in Blackcomb CRA.
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