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SaveGitwinksihlkw trails and routes are listed on Trailforks with interactive trail maps, difficulty ratings, photos, and user-reported trail conditions. Supported activity types include Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Hiking and Trail Running. Popular destinations include Saasak' Trail Network.
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- Mountain Bike
12 trails
- E-Bike
9 trails
- Hike
9 trails
- Trail Running
9 trails
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Region Status
Caution as of Aug 30, 2026Stats
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- Trails (view details)
- 12
- Trails Mountain Bike
- 12
- Trails E-Bike
- 9
- Trails Gravel Bike
- 2
- Trails Hike
- 9
- Trails Trail Running
- 9
- Trails ATV/ORV/OHV
- 1
- Total Distance
- 8 miles
- Total Descent Distance
- 3 miles
- Total Descent
- 1,375 ft
- Total Vertical
- 738 ft
- Highest Trailhead
- 830 ft
- Reports
- 185
- Photos
- 43
- Completed Counter
- 1,463
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Saasak' Trail Network
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Popular Gitwinksihlkw Mountain Biking Trails
• 75 ★ 4.7 • 3,445 ft • 314 ft • 186 •
The upper half of the Leaping Lizard climb is more challenging and leads only to advanced downhill trails. Use the short blue connector to the lower half of Leaping Lizard for intermediate riders. This section is machine build but has...
• 85 ★ 5.0 • 2,559 ft • 0 ft • 186 •
This is the flow trail northern BC has been waiting for! An advanced level, machine-built flow trail with more features than you will know what to do with. The aptly named trail (Gitwinksilkw is known as the Place of the Lizards") will...
• 95 ★ 4.9 • 3,009 ft • 0 ft • 175 •
The lower half of the Leaping Lizard downhill is a blue flow trail with slightly smaller features to try before working your way up from the top. This is a beautiful machine-built blue flow trail that is perfect for progressing your...
• 60 ★ 4.4 • 2,336 ft • 0 ft • 169 •
The (soon to be named) is the second level of progression in the Saasak' trail network. This machine-built blue flow trail has berms and small to medium table top jumps that have awesome flow. This is the perfect trail to master before...
• 70 ★ 4.6 • 3,973 ft • 325 ft • 166 •
This is the main climbing trail for the Saasak' Hill area that climbs to up to access both the downhill trails and the Saasak' Viewing Platform. This trail is uphill only for bikes, but is used bi-directionally by hikers so please...
• 100 ★ 5.0 • 607 ft • 66 ft • 155 •
Short connector to access the amazing views at the Saasak' Viewing Platform. Please expect 2-way traffic with hikers and bikers on this section. It is best to walk your bike for the final section to the platform if it's busy.
• 50 ★ 4.3 • 1 mile • 412 ft • 131 •
Climb trail to access The Leaping Lizard downhill trails. This is a machine built climb that is relatively smooth but with steeper grades than the other climbs in the network. The very start of the trail (lower section) of the trail is...
• 35 ★ 4.4 • 3,005 ft • 3 ft • 70 •
This is the easiest trail in the Saasak' trail network to develop your skills. It is a machine-built green flow trail with berms, rollers, and a few small table top jumps to develop skills before progressing onto the rest of the network.
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Current Trail Warnings
| status | trail | date | condition | user | info |
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| Leaping Lizard Climb - Lower | Aug 30, 2026 @ 11:18am (America/Metlakatla) Aug 30, 2026 | Variable | Beanntanatuath | Needs a rake and significant brushing in... |
Recent Trail Reports
| status | trail | date | condition | info | user |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lava Fields loop | Aug 30, 2026 @ 11:18am (America/Metlakatla) Aug 30, 2026 | Ideal | Beanntanatuath | ||
| The Leaping Lizard (Lower) | Aug 30, 2026 @ 11:18am (America/Metlakatla) Aug 30, 2026 | Ideal | Beanntanatuath | ||
| Dam Access Road | Aug 30, 2026 @ 11:18am (America/Metlakatla) Aug 30, 2026 | Prevalent Mud | Beanntanatuath | ||
| [To Be Named] Blue Downhill | Aug 30, 2026 @ 11:18am (America/Metlakatla) Aug 30, 2026 | Ideal | Beanntanatuath | ||
| Saasak' Lookout Connector | Aug 30, 2026 @ 11:18am (America/Metlakatla) Aug 30, 2026 | Ideal | Beanntanatuath | ||
| Saasak' Hill Climb | Aug 30, 2026 @ 11:18am (America/Metlakatla) Aug 30, 2026 | Ideal | Beanntanatuath | ||
| The Leaping Lizard (Upper) | Aug 3, 2026 @ 5:56am (America/Vancouver) Aug 3, 2026 | Variable | ErichTRbVK | ||
| Leaping Lizard Climb - Upper | May 3, 2026 @ 2:37pm (America/Vancouver) May 3, 2026 | Variable | justin0DOh0w | ||
| [To Be Named] Green Downhill | Aug 13, 2025 @ 2:26pm Aug 13, 2025 | Ideal | wilkez TORCA |
Activity Feed
| username | action | type | title | date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beanntanatuath | comment | trail | activity #102907931 | Sep 2, 2026 @ 11:08am Sep 2, 2026 |
| Beanntanatuath | vote | trail | activity #102907712 | Sep 2, 2026 @ 11:05am Sep 2, 2026 |
| Beanntanatuath | vote | trail | activity #102907423 and 3 more | Sep 2, 2026 @ 11:02am Sep 2, 2026 |
| Beanntanatuath | add | photo | activity #102907293 and 4 more | Sep 2, 2026 @ 11:00am Sep 2, 2026 |
| Beanntanatuath | like | report | activity #102907196 | Sep 2, 2026 @ 10:59am Sep 2, 2026 |
Recent Comments
| username | type | title | comment | date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| trail | An interesting rock slab challenge. See if you... | Sep 2, 2026 @ 11:08am Sep 2, 2026 | ||
| trail | Leaping Lizzard Trail what a pleasant... | Aug 4, 2026 @ 8:41pm Aug 4, 2026 | ||
| trail | possible name: Deja Blu | Dec 10, 2025 @ 10:24am Dec 10, 2025 | ||
| trail | Scenic, very bumpy but fun | Aug 21, 2025 @ 8:27pm Aug 21, 2025 | ||
| report | all clear trail maintenance | Mar 19, 2025 @ 12:53pm Mar 19, 2025 |
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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 |
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| Mountain Bike | 12 | 8 miles | 1,375 ft | 3 miles | 738 ft | #5,082 | #115 | 41 | 185 | 486 | ||
| E-Bike | 9 | 5 miles | 1,148 ft | 3 miles | 699 ft | #8,604 | #138 | 2 | 159 | 14 | ||
| Gravel Bike | 2 | 1 mile | 177 ft | 3,333 ft | 144 ft | #2,152 | #75 | 1 | 1 | |||
| Hike | 9 | 7 miles | 594 ft | 2 miles | 738 ft | #12,511 | #187 | 110 | 87 | |||
| Trail Running | 9 | 7 miles | 594 ft | 2 miles | 738 ft | #12,084 | #179 | 110 | 4 | |||
| ATV/ORV/OHV | 1 | 3,386 ft | 26 ft | 1,539 ft | 26 ft | 4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the best places to ride in Gitwinksihlkw?
Gitwinksihlkw has 1 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
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What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Gitwinksihlkw?
The highest rated mountain biking trails in Gitwinksihlkw are:
- The Leaping Lizard (Lower) (4.5/5)
- The Leaping Lizard (Upper) (4.5/5)
- Saasak' Hill Climb (4.3/5)
- Leaping Lizard Climb - Upper (4.2/5)
- Leaping Lizard Climb - Lower (4.2/5)
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What is the best time of the year to ride in Gitwinksihlkw?
Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride in Gitwinksihlkw are:
- July (14 activities)
- September (8 activities)
- August (7 activities)
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Where can I park to ride in Gitwinksihlkw?
There are 2 parking locations listed in Gitwinksihlkw. The most popular parking spots are:
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What is the longest trail in Gitwinksihlkw?
The longest trail in Gitwinksihlkw is Lava Fields loop at 1.4 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
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What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Gitwinksihlkw?
The best hiking trails in Gitwinksihlkw are: View all hiking trails sorted by popularity score.
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What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Gitwinksihlkw?
The best trail running trails in Gitwinksihlkw are: View all trail running trails sorted by popularity score.
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How many trails are in Gitwinksihlkw?
Gitwinksihlkw has a total of 12 trails. Browse top mountain biking trails in Gitwinksihlkw to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
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Which trail has the most elevation gain in Gitwinksihlkw?
The trail with the most elevation gain in Gitwinksihlkw is Leaping Lizard Climb - Lower with 412 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
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Which trail has the most elevation descent in Gitwinksihlkw?
The trail with the most elevation descent in Gitwinksihlkw is The Leaping Lizard (Upper) with 275 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
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What activities are most popular in Gitwinksihlkw?
Gitwinksihlkw supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Hiking, Trail Running.
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What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Gitwinksihlkw?
The steepest mountain biking trail in Gitwinksihlkw is Saasak' Lookout Connector with an average grade of 10.7%. View all trails sorted by grade.
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Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Gitwinksihlkw?
Yes, there are 3 scenic viewpoints marked along trails in Gitwinksihlkw. Some popular viewpoints include: Explore more points of interest to find trails with the best views.
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Are the trails open in Gitwinksihlkw?
The overall region status for Gitwinksihlkw is Minor Issue / Yellow. Out of 10 trails:
- Clear / Green: 6
- Minor Issue / Yellow: 2
- Significant Issue / Amber: 2
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Can I ride an ebike in Gitwinksihlkw?
Yes, Gitwinksihlkw supports e-bike riding. There are 9 trails in Gitwinksihlkw that allow e-bikes. Check the e-bike trails listing for specific trail access details and any local regulations.
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What type of bike is most common in Gitwinksihlkw?
Based on activity log data, the most common bike types used in Gitwinksihlkw are:
- AM (7 activities)
- DH (1 activities)
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What is the highest summit in Gitwinksihlkw?
The highest summit in Gitwinksihlkw is Mount Pattullo at 8,786 ft elevation.
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What are the most popular Strava Segments in Gitwinksihlkw?
The most popular Strava segments in Gitwinksihlkw are:
- Saasak' Blue Flow DH (205 athletes)
- Saasak' Hill Climb (183 athletes)
- Saasak' Green Flow DH (72 athletes)
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What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Gitwinksihlkw?
The most popular mountain biking trails in Gitwinksihlkw are:
- The Leaping Lizard (Lower)
- Saasak' Lookout Connector
- The Leaping Lizard (Upper)
- Leaping Lizard Climb - Upper
- [To Be Named] Blue Downhill
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What are the best beginner ride trails in Gitwinksihlkw?
The best beginner mountain biking trails in Gitwinksihlkw are:
- Saasak' Lookout Connector (5/5)
- Saasak' Hill Climb (4.6/5)
- [To Be Named] Green Downhill (4.4/5)
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