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      Mount Manuel Quimper
      Hike or bike 5.6km to the summit of Mount Manuel Quimper for panoramic mountain views and the former fire lookout built by BC Forest Service in 1950s.

      Mount Brule

      Take the shorter 3km trek to Mount Brule, with its spectacular view of Sooke Basin, East Sooke Regional Park and the Olympic Mountains.

      The mountain bike trails range in rating from easy to extremely challenging. They’ve been constructed to take advantage of the exposed rock of the park. These natural rock formations create exceptional technical features, from drops to jumps.
      Primary Trail Type: All-Mountain & Downhill
      eBikes Allowed: Yes
      AKA: Sea to Sea Regional Park
      Land Status: Regional Recreation Area
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      Region Status
      Open as of Oct 11, 2026
      Local Trail Association

      Stats

      Avg Trail Rating
      Trails (view details)
      25
      Trails Mountain Bike
      24
      Trails E-Bike
      24
      Trails Gravel Bike
      8
      Trails Horse
      5
      Trails Hike
      15
      Trails Trail Running
      15
      Total Distance
      18 miles
      Total Descent
      4,809 ft
      Total Vertical
      1,571 ft
      Highest Trailhead
      1,793 ft
      Reports
      1,181
      Photos
      217
      Completed Counter
      17,000

      Popular Harbourview Mountain Biking Trails

      • 100 ★ 3.9 • 1,371 ft • 0 ft • 1,217 •
      Continuation from GT1, finishing trail to the Harbourview trail network. Flowing and steep trail with bermed corners, rolling drops and more. A great way to end the ride! Drops right to the parking lot.
      • 95 ★ 4.3 • 3,711 ft • 99 ft • 1,182 •
      Finishing trails to the Harbourview network, short climb then a mix of short drops & rock rolls.
      • 100 ★ 4.5 • 4,764 ft • 80 ft • 1,051 •
      Continuation of the spicy route down the front side of Mt Manuel Quimper. A short climb up from Quimper Main takes you to a scenic overlook of Sooke Basin. The trail continues down several rocky steep sections, through some meadows then...
      • 95 ★ 3.8 • 3,645 ft • 11 ft • 961 •
      Section of singletrack parallel to Harbourview Road. A mix of flowing and tight technical trail with roots and sharp corners.
      • 100 ★ 4.1 • 2,477 ft • 0 ft • 890 •
      Named after a family of 3 bears who's mother used the trail to walk her cubs to school. Here the elevation continues to flatten out as you come closer to the end with XC singletrack and some smaller rock rolls and tight tree sections.
      • 90 ★ 2.4 • 4,272 ft • 686 ft • 881 • • hike
      Steep and rough trail to the summit of Mt Quimper. Old road grade has become well washed out and loose over time from erosion and motorized traffic. Primarily a hiking trail, but walking/pushing your bike up is permitted. Biking down is...
      • 90 ★ 4.3 • 3,537 ft • 0 ft • 846 •
      A somewhat spicy route down the front side of Mt Manuel Quimper. Head south from the summit, through rocky meadows then into the trees. A number of challenging rock slabs and step-downs will keep you on your toes. Rideable year round,...
      • 80 ★ 3.0 • 1,545 ft • 26 ft • 806 •
      Can be ridden in either direction, wet or dry. A single track trail alternative to the road to connect Lower FM radio (AKA Kumquat) and Hump Trails.

      Recent Ride Log Activity in Region

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      • 2 rides

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      • 1 rides
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      • 21 rides

      Harbourview Mountain Bike Routes

      5 miles • 1,467 ft • 5 •
      Join us for a virtual poker ride! Complete the route and come back to Fuca cycles to gain poker cards from...
      ★ 3.0 • 12 miles • 2,000 ft • 6 •
      Nice long ride to a couple of fine swimming lakes culminating in the stunning Ridge Trail and its superb...
      12 miles • 2,631 ft • 5 • Loop •
      Proposed route for event Big Mountain MTB Challenge - Sooke,
      39 miles • 3,397 ft • 10 • Loop •
      Harbourview parking lot to Sooke Hills Wilderness (GT1 / Stonecrop 2 included just for fun) - and on to...
      13 miles • 2,186 ft • 25 • Point to Point •
      A ride that makes you feel that you are far away from the urban sprawl. Ridge Trail is the highlight with...
      ★ 4.0 • 9 miles • 2,728 ft • 9 • Point to Point • Race •
      1. Zig Zag (Rocky Ridge) 2. GT1/2 (Stone crop 1/2) 3. Airflow (Arbutus) 4. K2 (Manzanita) 5. 3 Bears...

      Photos of Harbourview Mountain Bike

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      Videos of Harbourview Mountain Bike

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      0:25 | 34 | Dec 23, 2023
      210731 Lower FM
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      8:16 | 143 | Aug 2, 2021
      210731 GT
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      4:52 | 133 | Aug 1, 2021
      210731 FM Radio
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      10:36 | 139 | Jul 31, 2021
      Fall off 8ft cliff
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      0:15 | 935 | Sep 26, 2020
      180205 Zig Zag
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      3:45 | 375 | Feb 5, 2018
      Tree Carnage
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      0:15 | 348 | Jan 7, 2018
      Sooke Winter Rip
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      2:18 | 507 | Jan 7, 2018

      Recent Trail Reports

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      Matiaskytpcmriddentrailactivity #105837050
      Oct 13, 2026 @ 4:25pm
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      Andrewr31DWXaddreportactivity #105709592 and 2 more
      Oct 11, 2026 @ 1:53pm
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      woodrodifficultyvotetrailactivity #105540229
      Oct 9, 2026 @ 10:20am
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      sooke-bike-clubriddentrailactivity #105289489
      Oct 5, 2026 @ 11:59am
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      Andrewr31DWXaddreportactivity #104737814 and 6 more
      Sep 27, 2026 @ 2:04pm
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      Recent Comments

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      tdeemstrailFM Radio (Juniper)Jank tech with lots of pedaling.
      Aug 13, 2026 @ 9:12pm
      Aug 13, 2026
      jjerry26trailAirflow (Arbutus)Double-black is appropriate. Not the hardest,...
      Jul 25, 2026 @ 8:34pm
      Jul 25, 2026
      marshall-ptrailQuimper MainFuckijf grind
      Dec 30, 2025 @ 10:30pm
      Dec 30, 2025
      Andrewr31DWXtrailNew K2Very fun trail for fast access to The Last...
      Jul 5, 2025 @ 12:42pm
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      Andrewr31DWXtrailRavenThis is a double black diamond trail. But...
      Apr 18, 2025 @ 4:10pm
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      Nearby Areas

      namedistance
      Sooke Hills Wilderness 7 12.8 km
      Langford Gravity Zone 5 11 8 26.1 km
      Skirt Mountain 9 12 27.3 km
      Bear Mountain 8 1 38.2 km
      Malahat Ridge8.9 km

      Local Badges


      Activity Type Stats

      activitytypetrailsdistancedescentdescent distancetotal verticalratingglobal rankstate rankphotosreportsroutesactivity logs
      Mountain Bike2417 miles4,774 ft7 miles1,572 ft
      #1,775#1181981,180610,674
      E-Bike2417 miles4,774 ft7 miles1,572 ft
      #3,657#14121,1391,102
      Gravel Bike89 miles207 ft4,406 ft1,558 ft
      #808#96207131
      Horse56 miles184 ft3,665 ft909 ft
      #888#23249
      Hike1512 miles994 ft2 miles1,568 ft
      #3,571#168171,0281754
      Trail Running1512 miles994 ft2 miles1,568 ft
      #7,642#2851,0251286

      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Harbourview?
      The highest rated mountain biking trails in Harbourview are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by rating.
      ▼ What is the best time of the year to ride in Harbourview?
      Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride in Harbourview are:
      • April (176 activities)
      • May (153 activities)
      • July (120 activities)
      Check the Harbourview reports page for current trail conditions, recent trail reports, and seasonal information from the local community.
      ▼ Where can I park to ride in Harbourview?
      There are 1 parking locations listed in Harbourview. The most popular parking spots are:
      ▼ What is the longest trail in Harbourview?
      The longest trail in Harbourview is FM Radio (Juniper) at 2.3 km. View all trails sorted by distance.
      ▼ What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Harbourview?
      ▼ How many trails are in Harbourview?
      Harbourview has a total of 25 trails. Of those, 24 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in Harbourview to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
      ▼ Which trail has the most elevation gain in Harbourview?
      The trail with the most elevation gain in Harbourview is Mt Quimper North Trail (Push Up) with 209 m of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
      ▼ Which trail has the most elevation descent in Harbourview?
      The trail with the most elevation descent in Harbourview is Airflow (Arbutus) with 224 m of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
      ▼ What activities are most popular in Harbourview?
      Harbourview supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Horseback, Hiking, Trail Running.
      ▼ What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Harbourview?
      The steepest mountain biking trail in Harbourview is Mt Quimper North Trail (Push Up) with an average grade of 16.1%. View all trails sorted by grade.
      ▼ Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Harbourview?
      Yes, there are 3 scenic viewpoints marked along trails in Harbourview. Some popular viewpoints include: Explore more points of interest to find trails with the best views.
      ▼ Are the trails open in Harbourview?
      The overall region status for Harbourview is Clear / Green. Out of 24 trails:
      • Clear / Green: 22
      • Minor Issue / Yellow: 2
      View the full trail status page for the latest updates.
      ▼ Can I ride an ebike in Harbourview?
      Yes, Harbourview supports e-bike riding. There are 23 trails in Harbourview 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 Harbourview?
      ▼ What type of bike is most common in Harbourview?
      Based on activity log data, the most common bike types used in Harbourview are:
      • AM (256 activities)
      • DH (13 activities)
      • XC (7 activities)
      • DJ (1 activities)
      • Fat (1 activities)
      Check the Harbourview activity logs for more details.
      ▼ What are the most popular Strava Segments in Harbourview?
      The most popular Strava segments in Harbourview are:
      • GT2 Too (2,050 athletes)
      • Manzanita (1,812 athletes)
      • Brule Climb (968 athletes)
      View all Strava segments in Harbourview.
      ▼ What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Harbourview?
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