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      Kitchener-Waterloo trails and routes are listed on Trailforks with interactive trail maps, difficulty ratings, photos, and user-reported trail conditions. The Trailforks community has mapped hundreds of trails and shared hundreds of photos in this region. Supported activity types include Mountain Biking, Trail Running, Hiking, E-Biking, Gravel Biking, Snowshoeing, Winter Fat Biking, Nordic Skiing, Adaptive Biking, Backcountry Skiing, Horseback, Skiing and Dirtbiking. Popular destinations include Columbia Forest/Vista Hills, The Hydrocut and Laurel Creek Conservation.
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      Region Details
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      Region Status
      Open as of 2 days
      Local Trail Association

      Stats

      Avg Trail Rating
      Trails (view details)
      514
      Trails Mountain Bike
      504
      Trails E-Bike
      304
      Trails Gravel Bike
      296
      Trails Adaptive Bike
      69
      Trails Winter Fat Bike
      122
      Trails Horse
      14
      Trails Hike
      456
      Trails Trail Running
      458
      Trails Dirtbike/Moto
      9
      Trails Snowshoe
      129
      Trails Downhill Ski
      11
      Trails Backcountry Ski
      21
      Trails Nordic Ski
      86
      Total Distance
      189 miles
      Total Descent
      13,569 ft
      Total Vertical
      477 ft
      Highest Trailhead
      1,380 ft
      Reports
      4,787
      Photos
      770
      Completed Counter
      130,077
      Sub Regions

      Popular Kitchener-Waterloo Mountain Biking Trails

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      Monkey Boy
      • 100 ★ 4.5 • 2,136 ft • 0 ft • 3,009 •
      Great down hill from the Map Kiosk. Loads of flow with a great sweeping corner at the end. Keep the flow going all the way back to the Glasgow Lot.
      5
      Scrambler
      • 95 ★ 3.9 • 1,827 ft • 85 ft • 2,973 •
      Mostly uphill with a few quick descents where it pays to carry speed into the next uphill. has 2 steeper sections that will challenge newer riders. There is an optional rock rollover to the right of the trail on an uphill and an...
      7
      Bypass
      • 95 ★ 3.3 • 2,093 ft • 25 ft • 2,880 •
      Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail and has a easy overall physical rating with a 25 ft green climb. On average it takes 3 minutes to complete this trail.
      4
      Rocky Mountain
      • 95 ★ 3.6 • 3,084 ft • 132 ft • 2,841 •
      Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail and has a hard overall physical rating with a 132 ft black diamond climb. On average it takes 6 minutes to complete this trail.
      7
      Bootleg Trail
      • 100 ★ 4.2 • 3,035 ft • 96 ft • 2,805 •
      Return Trail with a steady climb up a hill back to the start where you can either go back to the East Parking Lot via , ride , or go back down via or .
      6
      Rockin' Ronnie
      • 95 ★ 3.6 • 3,022 ft • 17 ft • 2,775 •
      Exit Trail going to the Glasgow Parking Lot
      3
      Back 40
      • 95 ★ 3.9 • 3,829 ft • 65 ft • 2,739 •
      Return Trail that goes back to the Glasgow parking lot. Fun flowy downhill throughout parallel to the power lines.
      6
      Kaitlyn's Switchbacks
      • 95 ★ 3.9 • 4,511 ft • 58 ft • 2,684 •
      Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail. On average it takes 5 minutes to complete this trail.

      Recent Ride Log Activity in Region

      Today
      • 26 rides
      Yesterday
      • 32 rides
      Past Week
      • 247 rides

      Kitchener-Waterloo Mountain Bike Routes

      128
      Hydrocut 2019 Time Trial
      ★ 5.0 • 13 miles • 1,222 ft • 35 • Loop •
      The Hydrocut is running an official Time Trial this year using Strava. The course has been set. It was...
      75
      Downhill Express (DHX)
      ★ 5.0 • 6 miles • 516 ft • 23 • Loop •
      This route maximizes downhill trails while minimizing uphill trails. Before riding out, ride Adam's Run if...
      234
      Hydrocut Full Foute - from Snyder's Entrance
      ★ 3.5 • 17 miles • 1,563 ft • 48 • Loop •
      This is the full route for all the current trails as of 2021 without any backtracking, except and . If you...
      470
      The Three Amigos
      ★ 2.0 • 124 miles • 5,871 ft • 143 • Loop •
      If there was ever an Ontario bikepacking route worthy of a dropper post and squish, it’s this one. The...
      246
      Hydrocut Full Route 22 - Glasgow
      ★ 1.0 • 17 miles • 1,462 ft • 39 • Loop •
      A complete loop of The Hydrocut trails starting at the Glasgow entrance. This includes 2022 new trail ....
      85
      Max Flow/Min Climb
      7 miles • 582 ft • 17 • Loop •
      A good flow route with minimal climbing for this trail system. Take instead of if you like or take for a...

      Photos of Kitchener-Waterloo Mountain Bike

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      Oct 25, 2017 @ 4:41pm
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      Oct 25, 2017 @ 4:39pm
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      Videos of Kitchener-Waterloo Mountain Bike

      Monkey boy
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      trail: Monkey Boy
      2:01 | 10 | Jul 24, 2026
      mini jumps i built
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      0:08 | 19 | Jul 2, 2026
      dirt drop on the b line
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      trail: B-Line
      0:20 | 21 | Jul 2, 2026
      dirt drop
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      0:19 | 27 | Jul 2, 2026
      Drop
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      trail: Adam's Run
      0:09 | 34 | Jun 20, 2026
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      0:12 | 7 | Nov 2, 2025
      Tree down on Arriscraft
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      trail: Arriscraft
      0:11 | 25 | May 13, 2025
      Tight Tree on Arriscraft
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      trail: Arriscraft
      0:06 | 12 | May 13, 2025

      Current Trail Warnings

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      The Grand
      Sep 5, 2026 @ 10:47am (America/Toronto)
      Sep 5, 2026
      		 Variableeric0schmidtlarge tree down, no way around.

      Recent Trail Reports

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      Rockin' Ronnie
      Sep 15, 2026 @ 1:07pm (America/Toronto)
      2 days
      		 IdealGoneBiking79
      Back 40
      Sep 15, 2026 @ 1:07pm (America/Toronto)
      2 days
      		 DryGoneBiking79
      Downtube
      Sep 15, 2026 @ 1:07pm (America/Toronto)
      2 days
      		 IdealGoneBiking79
      Emotional Roller Coaster
      Sep 15, 2026 @ 1:07pm (America/Toronto)
      2 days
      		 IdealGoneBiking79
      CP Rail
      Sep 15, 2026 @ 1:07pm (America/Toronto)
      2 days
      		 IdealGoneBiking79
      Flow Thru
      Sep 15, 2026 @ 1:07pm (America/Toronto)
      2 days
      		 IdealGoneBiking79
      Up Schmidts Creek
      Sep 15, 2026 @ 1:07pm (America/Toronto)
      2 days
      		 IdealGoneBiking79
      Grass Hopper
      Sep 15, 2026 @ 1:07pm (America/Toronto)
      2 days
      		 IdealGoneBiking79
      Dino Connector
      Sep 15, 2026 @ 1:07pm (America/Toronto)
      2 days
      		 IdealGoneBiking79
      Blue Angel
      Sep 15, 2026 @ 1:07pm (America/Toronto)
      2 days
      		 IdealGoneBiking79

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      Recent Comments

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      Local Badges

      Bike & Skill Parks

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      McLennan Parkskill parkKitchener-Waterloo
      Chicopee Pump Trackskill parkKitchener-Waterloo
      Chicopee Pines Stunt Parkskill parkKitchener-Waterloo
      RIM Park Pumptrackskill parkKitchener-Waterloo

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      Local Trail Supporters


      Activity Type Stats

      activitytypetrailsdistancedescentdescent distancetotal verticalratingglobal rankstate rankphotosreportsroutesactivity logs
      Mountain Bike504187 miles13,346 ft69 miles479 ft
      		#39#35324,7761367,732
      E-Bike304107 miles7,011 ft39 miles443 ft
      		#510#3614,51761,974
      Gravel Bike296138 miles7,349 ft50 miles472 ft
      		#128#230845427
      Adaptive Bike6929 miles1,699 ft11 miles456 ft
      		#561#51329
      Winter Fat Bike12266 miles4,491 ft24 miles440 ft
      		#139#6342657
      Horse143 miles197 ft1 mile272 ft
      		#1,133#1673011
      Hike456177 miles11,896 ft64 miles479 ft
      		#268#42034,69511,848
      Trail Running458179 miles12,018 ft66 miles479 ft
      		#399#414,69534,059
      Dirtbike/Moto92 miles135 ft4,925 ft184 ft
      		#635#973513
      Snowshoe12933 miles3,038 ft13 miles404 ft
      		#149#1446102
      Downhill Ski112 miles180 ft1 mile272 ft
      		#392#102683
      Backcountry Ski214 miles279 ft1 mile180 ft
      		#313#21250
      Nordic Ski8622 miles1,650 ft8 miles394 ft
      		#227#1222801

      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ What are the best places to ride in Kitchener-Waterloo?
      Kitchener-Waterloo has 14 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
      ▼ What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Kitchener-Waterloo?
      The highest rated mountain biking trails in Kitchener-Waterloo are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by rating.
      ▼ What is the best time of the year to ride in Kitchener-Waterloo?
      Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride in Kitchener-Waterloo are:
      • July (950 activities)
      • September (926 activities)
      • August (853 activities)
      Check the Kitchener-Waterloo reports page for current trail conditions, recent trail reports, and seasonal information from the local community.
      ▼ Where can I park to ride in Kitchener-Waterloo?
      There are 25 parking locations listed in Kitchener-Waterloo. The most popular parking spots are: View all parking and trailhead locations on the map to plan your visit.
      ▼ What is the longest trail in Kitchener-Waterloo?
      The longest trail in Kitchener-Waterloo is Walter Bean - Chicopee at 3.6 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
      ▼ What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Kitchener-Waterloo?
      ▼ What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Kitchener-Waterloo?
      ▼ What are the best & highest rated dirtbiking trails in Kitchener-Waterloo?
      ▼ How many trails are in Kitchener-Waterloo?
      Kitchener-Waterloo has a total of 514 trails. Of those, 504 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in Kitchener-Waterloo to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
      ▼ Which trail has the most elevation gain in Kitchener-Waterloo?
      The trail with the most elevation gain in Kitchener-Waterloo is Geotime Trail with 211 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
      ▼ Which trail has the most elevation descent in Kitchener-Waterloo?
      The trail with the most elevation descent in Kitchener-Waterloo is Grand Valley Trail - Bridge to Victoria with 211 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
      ▼ What activities are most popular in Kitchener-Waterloo?
      Kitchener-Waterloo supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Gravel Biking, Adaptive Biking, Winter Fat Biking, Horseback, Hiking, Trail Running, Dirtbiking, Snowshoeing, Skiing, Backcountry Skiing, Nordic Skiing.
      ▼ What bike services are there in Kitchener-Waterloo?
      The following bike services are available in Kitchener-Waterloo:
      • Bike Shop (9)
      • Club (1)
      • Trail Association (1)
      • Other (1)
      Browse the full Kitchener-Waterloo directory for details.
      ▼ What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Kitchener-Waterloo?
      The steepest mountain biking trail in Kitchener-Waterloo is Stupid Section with an average grade of 9.1%. View all trails sorted by grade.
      ▼ Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Kitchener-Waterloo?
      Yes, there are 4 scenic viewpoints marked along trails in Kitchener-Waterloo. Some popular viewpoints include: Explore more points of interest to find trails with the best views.
      ▼ What trails have the biggest jumps in Kitchener-Waterloo?
      The trails with the biggest jumps in Kitchener-Waterloo are: Browse all mountain bike trails to find trails with jumps and technical features.
      ▼ Are the trails open in Kitchener-Waterloo?
      The overall region status for Kitchener-Waterloo is Clear / Green. Out of 244 trails:
      • Clear / Green: 220
      • Minor Issue / Yellow: 15
      • Significant Issue / Amber: 6
      • Closed: 3
      View the full trail status page for the latest updates.
      ▼ What are the trail conditions in Kitchener-Waterloo?
      Based on trail reports from the past week in Kitchener-Waterloo:
      • Ideal: 32 trails
      • Dry: 6 trails
      Check the Kitchener-Waterloo trail status page for the most current conditions and recent trail reports.
      ▼ Can I ride an ebike in Kitchener-Waterloo?
      Yes, Kitchener-Waterloo supports e-bike riding. There are 113 trails in Kitchener-Waterloo 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 Kitchener-Waterloo?
      ▼ What type of bike is most common in Kitchener-Waterloo?
      Based on activity log data, the most common bike types used in Kitchener-Waterloo are:
      • AM (532 activities)
      • XC (136 activities)
      • RD (67 activities)
      • Trials (24 activities)
      • Fat (6 activities)
      Check the Kitchener-Waterloo activity logs for more details.
      ▼ What are the most popular Strava Segments in Kitchener-Waterloo?
      The most popular Strava segments in Kitchener-Waterloo are:
      • Bride DH 2017 (9,184 athletes)
      • Muddy Paws (8,312 athletes)
      • Trail Hemorrhoids (7,008 athletes)
      View all Strava segments in Kitchener-Waterloo.
      ▼ What are some popular technical trail features in Kitchener-Waterloo?
      ▼ What trails are closed in Kitchener-Waterloo?
      There are currently 3 closed trails in Kitchener-Waterloo. The breakdown of all trail statuses is:
      • Clear / Green: 220
      • Minor Issue / Yellow: 15
      • Significant Issue / Amber: 6
      • Closed: 3
      View all closed trails for the latest updates.
      ▼ Are there accessible or adaptive trails in Kitchener-Waterloo?
      Yes, there are 70 accessible/adaptive trails in Kitchener-Waterloo. View all adaptive trails in Kitchener-Waterloo for specific accessibility information.
      ▼ Are there local clubs or events in Kitchener-Waterloo?
      There are 2 local clubs or associations listed in the Kitchener-Waterloo directory. Browse the local directory for details.
      ▼ What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Kitchener-Waterloo?
      ▼ What are the best beginner ride trails in Kitchener-Waterloo?
      The best beginner mountain biking trails in Kitchener-Waterloo are: View all beginner mountain biking trails in Kitchener-Waterloo.
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