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SaveThis riding area incorporates Gates Gully and Sylvan Park, both within the Scarborough Bluffs.
plan a road trip hereLinks
- https://www.toronto.ca/explore-enjoy/parks-gardens-beaches/scarborough-bluffs/
- https://www.toronto.ca/data/parks/prd/facilities/complex/1484/index.html
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- Mountain Bike
14 trails
- E-Bike
3 trails
- Hike
13 trails
- Trail Running
13 trails
Region Details
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- 4
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Region Status
Caution as of Aug 22, 2026Stats
- Avg Trail Rating
- Trails (view details)
- 14
- Trails Mountain Bike
- 14
- Trails E-Bike
- 3
- Trails Gravel Bike
- 1
- Trails Adaptive Bike
- 1
- Trails Winter Fat Bike
- 3
- Trails Hike
- 13
- Trails Trail Running
- 13
- Trails Snowshoe
- 1
- Total Distance
- 2 miles
- Total Descent Distance
- 2 miles
- Total Descent
- 760 ft
- Total Vertical
- 317 ft
- Highest Trailhead
- 595 ft
- Reports
- 56
- Photos
- 38
- Completed Counter
- 563
Popular Gates Gully Mountain Biking Trails
• 100 ★ 4.0 • 3,261 ft • 0 ft • 266 •
Gates Gully downhill section. Long and steep gravel trail leading to the lake below the bluffs. Very challenging climb.
• 75 ★ 5.0 • 1,070 ft • 112 ft • 78 •
This is your climb back to the top, using part of Doris McCarthy and Sylvan park.
• 75 ★ 0.0 • 850 ft • 0 ft • 71 •
Popular green difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 1 minutes to complete this trail.
• 80 ★ 0.0 • 581 ft • 26 ft • 43 •
Popular green difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions. On average it takes minutes to complete this trail.
• 50 ★ 0.0 • 2,205 ft • 35 ft • 32 •
A short little cruise around the park with stunning vistas of the lake from the top of the bluffs
• 60 ★ 0.0 • 515 ft • 0 ft • 32 •
Continuation of Skipping School, drops in to the valley and follows a narrow path through some vegetation and exits on to Doris McCarthy trail. BEWARE: about 3/4 of the way down there is a sharp right turn followed by a sharp left both...
• 70 ★ 0.0 • 722 ft • 11 ft • 29 •
Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions. On average it takes minutes to complete this trail.
• 5 ★ 4.0 • 436 ft • 0 ft • 19 •
Steep entry in, with a quick up at the bottom, then narrow winding single track through some vegetation (may need a little trimming) that exits on to the Doris McCarthy Trail. Your choice from there long slow climb back to the top or...
Photos of Gates Gully Mountain Bike
Videos of Gates Gully Mountain Bike
Recent Trail Reports
| status | trail | date | condition | info | user |
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| Skipping School | May 2, 2026 @ 9:48pm (America/Toronto) May 2, 2026 | Variable | luciano_lomb09 | ||
| After School | May 2, 2026 @ 9:38pm (America/Toronto) May 2, 2026 | Variable | luciano_lomb09 | ||
| Southern Exposure | May 2, 2026 @ 9:32pm (America/Toronto) May 2, 2026 | Variable | luciano_lomb09 | ||
| Summer School | May 2, 2026 @ 9:28pm (America/Toronto) May 2, 2026 | Variable | luciano_lomb09 | ||
| Escape the Teacher | May 2, 2026 @ 9:21pm (America/Toronto) May 2, 2026 | Variable | luciano_lomb09 | ||
| Hill Cres.to Sylvan Ave.Downhill | Jun 20, 2025 @ 12:08pm Jun 20, 2025 | Dry | DrewVPTiU | ||
| Doris McCarthy Trail (Gates Gully) | Jun 4, 2025 @ 7:12am Jun 4, 2025 | Dry | nicovlogg89 | ||
| Sleeping Village | Oct 27, 2022 @ 3:57am Oct 27, 2022 | Variable | natedagreat | ||
| Summer School | Jul 31, 2021 @ 2:38am Jul 31, 2021 | Dry | DoctorHamish | ||
| Trail | Jul 31, 2021 @ 2:38am Jul 31, 2021 | Dry | DoctorHamish |
Activity Feed
| username | action | type | title | date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| hikingjunco | ridden | trail | activity #95233677 | May 22, 2026 @ 4:56am May 22, 2026 |
| luciano_lomb09 | difficultyvote | trail | activity #93912376 | May 2, 2026 @ 6:27pm May 2, 2026 |
| luciano_lomb09 | like | report | activity #93912005 and 1 more | May 2, 2026 @ 6:20pm May 2, 2026 |
| luciano_lomb09 | add | report | activity #93911963 and 5 more | May 2, 2026 @ 6:19pm May 2, 2026 |
| DrewVPTiU | add | report | activity #74191752 | Jun 20, 2025 @ 12:08pm Jun 20, 2025 |
Recent Comments
| username | type | title | comment | date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| trail | Made it up in just under 7min. New PB. Great... | Jun 20, 2025 @ 12:04pm Jun 20, 2025 | ||
| report | Thanks for the pictures! I've been wanting to... | Apr 6, 2021 @ 8:15pm Apr 6, 2021 | ||
| trail | This is a tough trail, with the erosion and... | Apr 6, 2021 @ 4:32pm Apr 6, 2021 | ||
| trail | Is this actually a DBD or just harder for the... | Dec 13, 2020 @ 1:03pm Dec 13, 2020 | ||
| trail | Is it best to ride starting at the street? Or... | Nov 29, 2020 @ 3:21pm Nov 29, 2020 |
Nearby Areas
| name | distance | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scarborough Bluffs | 17 | 7 | 1 | 0.6 km | |
| Highland Creek | 22 | 23 | 2 | 1 | 2.8 km |
| Gatineau Hydro Corridor | 11 | 3.5 km | |||
| Warden Woods | 12 | 18 | 8 | 1 | 4.1 km |
| Don Valley | 92 | 84 | 76 | 14 | 6.2 km |
Activity Type Stats
| activitytype | trails | distance | descent | descent distance | total vertical | rating | global rank | state rank | photos | reports | routes | activity logs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mountain Bike | 14 | 2 miles | 761 ft | 2 miles | 318 ft | #7,052 | #140 | 37 | 56 | 716 | ||
| E-Bike | 3 | 3,904 ft | 289 ft | 3,547 ft | 272 ft | #10,884 | #290 | 27 | 10 | |||
| Gravel Bike | 1 | 3,261 ft | 272 ft | 3,261 ft | 272 ft | #8,297 | #201 | 15 | 27 | |||
| Adaptive Bike | 1 | 367 ft | 13 ft | 256 ft | 20 ft | #8,305 | #201 | 1 | 1 | |||
| Winter Fat Bike | 3 | 4,065 ft | 361 ft | 3,953 ft | 272 ft | #8,297 | #201 | 6 | 3 | |||
| Hike | 13 | 2 miles | 663 ft | 1 mile | 318 ft | #17,810 | #542 | 1 | 51 | 35 | ||
| Trail Running | 13 | 2 miles | 663 ft | 1 mile | 318 ft | #16,549 | #473 | 51 | 68 | |||
| Snowshoe | 1 | 3,261 ft | 272 ft | 3,261 ft | 272 ft |
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Gates Gully?
The highest rated mountain biking trails in Gates Gully are:
- Summer School (4.1/5)
- After School (4/5)
- Doris McCarthy Trail (Gates Gully) (4/5)
- Hill Cres.to Sylvan Ave.Downhill (4/5)
- Sleeping Village (0/5)
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Where can I park to ride in Gates Gully?
Check the Gates Gully trail map for trailhead and parking information. Community members regularly update access and parking details for trails in the area.
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What is the longest trail in Gates Gully?
The longest trail in Gates Gully is Doris McCarthy Trail (Gates Gully) at 3,261 ft. View all trails sorted by distance.
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What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Gates Gully?
The best hiking trails in Gates Gully are:
- Summer School
- Hill Cres.to Sylvan Ave.Downhill
- Doris McCarthy Trail (Gates Gully)
- Sleeping Village
- Summer School
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What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Gates Gully?
The best trail running trails in Gates Gully are: View all trail running trails sorted by popularity score.
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How many trails are in Gates Gully?
Gates Gully has a total of 14 trails. Browse top mountain biking trails in Gates Gully to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
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Which trail has the most elevation gain in Gates Gully?
The trail with the most elevation gain in Gates Gully is Summer School with 112 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
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Which trail has the most elevation descent in Gates Gully?
The trail with the most elevation descent in Gates Gully is Doris McCarthy Trail (Gates Gully) with 273 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
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What activities are most popular in Gates Gully?
Gates Gully supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Hiking, Trail Running.
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What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Gates Gully?
The steepest mountain biking trail in Gates Gully is Summer School with an average grade of 10.5%. View all trails sorted by grade.
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Are the trails open in Gates Gully?
The overall region status for Gates Gully is Minor Issue / Yellow. Out of 12 trails:
- Clear / Green: 9
- Minor Issue / Yellow: 3
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Can I ride an ebike in Gates Gully?
Yes, Gates Gully supports e-bike riding. There are 2 trails in Gates Gully 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 Strava Segments in Gates Gully?
The most popular Strava segments in Gates Gully are:
- Gates two & a Quarter (1,632 athletes)
- Doris McCarthy Trail Climb (488 athletes)
- Gates Gully Climb (482 athletes)
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What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Gates Gully?
The most popular mountain biking trails in Gates Gully are:
- Doris McCarthy Trail (Gates Gully)
- Summer School
- Hill Cres.to Sylvan Ave.Downhill
- After School
- Sleeping Village
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What are the best beginner ride trails in Gates Gully?
The best beginner mountain biking trails in Gates Gully are:
- Doris McCarthy Trail (Gates Gully) (4/5)
- Sleeping Village (0/5)
- Trail (0/5)
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