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      The middle brother of the three North Shore mountains, Mount Fromme is considered as the crown jewel of the Shore. The new parking lot at the start of the ascent means this is now one of the Shore's busiest areas, but for those who are willing to persevere up the winding switchback mountain highway there are less trafficked trails higher up. If you want a real challenge, try a grind up the new Fromme Ascent but be forewarned, it is not for the faint of heart. Easy to navigate given its concentrated trail network, you will find surprises around every corner and descent.

      Mt. Fromme trails cannot be shuttled. A majority of the trails have a dedicated builder working with the NSMBA and DNV to ensure a great trail network. Additionally the NSMBA holds regular trail days on the more popular trails.
      Primary Trail Type: All-Mountain & Downhill
      AKA: Mt. Fromme
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      Access Info:
      Bike wash station and noticeboard near the water tower and toilets.There is a car park above the yellow gate at the top of Mountain Highway, frequently full, but with rapid turnover. Gate closing time is posted. Outside gate open time or if car park is full, cars must park down the road below the signs and pedal up to the meeting point.
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      Region Details
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      Region Status
      Open as of 17 hours
      Local Trail Association

      Stats

      Avg Trail Rating
      Trails (view details)
      98
      Trails Mountain Bike
      85
      Trails E-Bike
      75
      Trails Gravel Bike
      16
      Trails Adaptive Bike
      6
      Trails Winter Fat Bike
      1
      Trails Hike
      85
      Trails Trail Running
      93
      Trails Snowshoe
      1
      Total Distance
      40 miles
      Total Descent
      18,886 ft
      Total Vertical
      2,255 ft
      Highest Trailhead
      2,913 ft
      Reports
      20,011
      Photos
      7,342
      Completed Counter
      316,670

      Articles

      Video: Geoff Gulevich's Express eMTB Lap On the North Shore's Expresso
      Sep 11, 2020 from pinkbike.com
      A quick one on a classic trail.
      Win a Knolly Warden LT with the NSMBA 'Trails Forever' Bike Raffle
      Jun 17, 2020 from pinkbike.com
      Win a brand new custom-built Knolly bike while raising some money for the trails!
      Ken Paul Announces Mount Fromme Trails Tribute Poster
      Aug 26, 2019 from pinkbike.com
      Ken Paul has a limited-edition run of 100 prints paying homage to the classic mountain bike trails on Vancouver's North Shore.
      NSMBA Hosts First Ever Womxn's Fiver Enduro Race
      Aug 22, 2019 from pinkbike.com
      The women’s turnout for the Fivers is usually somewhere between 5-20% and this event is trying to shift that.

      Popular Mount Fromme Mountain Biking Trails

      • 100 ★ 4.6 • 4,173 ft • 0 ft • 10,229 •
      Thanks to a huge community effort over the span of 4 years led by Digger & the NSMBA, MEC & nsmb.com Expresso now represents a new era of North Shore flow. A golden ribbon of dirt filled with bermed corners from top to bottom,...
      • 100 ★ 4.5 • 2,497 ft • 0 ft • 9,922 •
      The first sanctioned new school flow trail, was rebuilt by the District of North Vancouver Trail crew in 2010. The proof is in the pudding of its popularity. On a nice day, you literally need to take a number for the flow show: big...
      • 100 ★ 4.8 • 1,522 ft • 0 ft • 7,962 •
      Built with a true community effort, led by the Race Face Shore Corps to connect Expresso with Pennzoil to create one continuous descent, the trail has high speed sections, pumps & rollers and even a couple of A Frame/launchers and...
      • 95 ★ 4.5 • 3,304 ft • 0 ft • 7,627 •
      Seventh Secret is one of the north shore classic mountain bike trails. It's an all weather, heavily armoured bike trail flowing from just before the seventh switch-back on mountain hwy back to the sixth switch back between Pipeline and...
      • 100 ★ 4.1 • 771 ft • 0 ft • 6,346 •
      A good mix of flow and tech, this shorter intermediate trail is a decent sampler of what to expect as you progress to longer trails higher on the mountain. The trail has some fast flowy parts, a small rock garden, a few small wood...
      • 95 ★ 4.4 • 1,509 ft • 0 ft • 6,321 •
      Short fast trail with optional jumps and drops. A few mandatory wooden trail features. The trail is great for new riders to sample what they might encounter higher up the mountain.
      • 95 ★ 4.0 • 413 ft • 0 ft • 6,058 •
      New exit that was built for Bobsled. Has pretty good flow unlike the old exit which is more technical.
      • 90 ★ 4.3 • 1,545 ft • 0 ft • 5,930 •
      Crinkum Crankum starts with a series of tight technical switch backs, then descends a number of steep and often slippery ramps. Thanks to Ol' Man Pete, there is a right bypass around the ramps. Turn right after the log ride and a quick...

      Recent Ride Log Activity in Region

      Today

      • 5 rides

      Yesterday

      • 51 rides
      Past Week
      • 436 rides

      Mount Fromme Mountain Bike Routes

      ★ 3.0 • 8 miles • 1,917 ft • 9 • Loop •
      A classic challenging shore ride featuring Expresso and Ladies Only. Read more about routes and riding in...
      ★ 4.0 • 6 miles • 1,567 ft • 8 • Loop •
      As much flow as you will find on Fromme with a bit of tech thrown in.
      ★ 3.8 • 3 miles • 1,468 ft • 14 • Point to Point •
      Collection of new climbing connectors and some old trail creating a Fromme west side access climbing...
      ★ 3.8 • 37 miles • 7,397 ft • 25 • Point to Point •
      North Shore Tripple crown No unsanctioned trails
      ★ 5.0 • 3 miles • 975 ft • 5 •
      Fromme Quickie West Side Flow North Shore Relive Your Ride For other ride suggestions for this and other...
      ★ 3.5 • 2 miles • 613 ft • 8 • Loop •
      You will be climbing up on fire road and descending some awesome new-school flow trails. This route is a...

      Photos of Mount Fromme Mountain Bike

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      Videos of Mount Fromme Mountain Bike

      Pipeline requested a skin sacrifice
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      trail: Pipeline
      0:07 | 83 | Sep 22, 2025
      Gangler
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      trail: 7th Secret
      0:11 | 82 | Apr 20, 2025
      Expresso on fromme moutain
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      trail: Expresso
      5:34 | 119 | Aug 19, 2024
      Floppy Bunny on fromme
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      0:47 | 114 | May 7, 2024
      Vancouver winter
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      trail: Bobsled
      2:48 | 67 | Mar 11, 2024
      Prime dirt for March
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      2:17 | 75 | Mar 11, 2024
      Crash PoV
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      trail: Expresso
      0:10 | 92 | Dec 15, 2023
      Crash PoV
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      0:10 | | Dec 15, 2023

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      Recent Comments

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      Sep 20, 2026 @ 5:48pm
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      Sep 14, 2026 @ 5:45pm
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      Nearby Areas

      namedistance
      Grouse Mountain Bike Park 1 6 9 51.7 km
      Greenwood Park 6 21.8 km
      Grouse Mountain 4 12.1 km
      Lower Seymour Conservation Reserve 7 10 22.4 km
      Capilano River Regional Park 3 22.7 km

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      Activity Type Stats

      activitytypetrailsdistancedescentdescent distancetotal verticalratingglobal rankstate rankphotosreportsroutesactivity logs
      Mountain Bike8533 miles16,768 ft21 miles1,982 ft
      #9#47,21619,944156216,661
      E-Bike7529 miles13,970 ft18 miles1,982 ft
      #35#201115,8972312,058
      Gravel Bike169 miles971 ft3 miles1,969 ft
      #6#411,70473
      Adaptive Bike65 miles679 ft4,984 ft1,686 ft
      #6#41,899114
      Winter Fat Bike12,159 ft7 ft131 ft164 ft
      #6#421
      Hike8536 miles15,449 ft19 miles2,254 ft
      #87#1210318,69027,783
      Trail Running9338 miles17,516 ft22 miles2,254 ft
      #155#14918,82348,243
      Snowshoe1719 ft72 ft
      2620

      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Mount Fromme?
      The highest rated mountain biking trails in Mount Fromme are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by rating.
      ▼ What is the best time of the year to ride in Mount Fromme?
      Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride in Mount Fromme are:
      • May (2,744 activities)
      • July (2,501 activities)
      • June (2,445 activities)
      Check the Mount Fromme reports page for current trail conditions, recent trail reports, and seasonal information from the local community.
      ▼ Where can I park to ride in Mount Fromme?
      There are 4 parking locations listed in Mount Fromme. 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 Mount Fromme?
      The longest trail in Mount Fromme is Baden Powell (Fromme Section) at 3.2 km. View all trails sorted by distance.
      ▼ What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Mount Fromme?
      ▼ What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Mount Fromme?
      ▼ How many trails are in Mount Fromme?
      Mount Fromme has a total of 98 trails. Of those, 85 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in Mount Fromme to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
      ▼ Which trail has the most elevation gain in Mount Fromme?
      The trail with the most elevation gain in Mount Fromme is Baden Powell (Fromme Section) with 96 m of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
      ▼ Which trail has the most elevation descent in Mount Fromme?
      The trail with the most elevation descent in Mount Fromme is Expresso with 205 m of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
      ▼ What activities are most popular in Mount Fromme?
      Mount Fromme supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Hiking, Trail Running.
      ▼ What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Mount Fromme?
      The steepest mountain biking trail in Mount Fromme is Connector with an average grade of 16.6%. View all trails sorted by grade.
      ▼ Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Mount Fromme?
      Yes, there are 1 scenic viewpoints marked along trails in Mount Fromme. Some popular viewpoints include: Explore more points of interest to find trails with the best views.
      ▼ What trails have the biggest jumps in Mount Fromme?
      The trails with the biggest jumps in Mount Fromme are: Browse all mountain bike trails to find trails with jumps and technical features.
      ▼ Are the trails open in Mount Fromme?
      The overall region status for Mount Fromme is Clear / Green. Out of 94 trails:
      • Clear / Green: 81
      • Minor Issue / Yellow: 8
      • Significant Issue / Amber: 4
      • Closed: 1
      View the full trail status page for the latest updates.
      ▼ What are the trail conditions in Mount Fromme?
      Based on trail reports from the past week in Mount Fromme:
      • Ideal: 21 trails
      • Variable: 2 trails
      Check the Mount Fromme trail status page for the most current conditions and recent trail reports.
      ▼ Can I ride an ebike in Mount Fromme?
      Yes, Mount Fromme supports e-bike riding. There are 77 trails in Mount Fromme 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 Mount Fromme?
      ▼ What type of bike is most common in Mount Fromme?
      Based on activity log data, the most common bike types used in Mount Fromme are:
      • AM (4,454 activities)
      • XC (279 activities)
      • DH (19 activities)
      • RD (16 activities)
      • Gravel (6 activities)
      Check the Mount Fromme activity logs for more details.
      ▼ What are the most popular Strava Segments in Mount Fromme?
      The most popular Strava segments in Mount Fromme are:
      • Gate to top of Floppy Bunny (24,889 athletes)
      • Ist Switchback to Espresso Entrance (20,770 athletes)
      • Expresso bottom half (19,447 athletes)
      View all Strava segments in Mount Fromme.
      ▼ What are some popular technical trail features in Mount Fromme?
      There are 50 technical trail features (TTFs) in Mount Fromme. Some popular features include: View all technical trail features in Mount Fromme.
      ▼ What trails are closed in Mount Fromme?
      There are currently 1 closed trails in Mount Fromme. The breakdown of all trail statuses is:
      • Clear / Green: 81
      • Minor Issue / Yellow: 8
      • Significant Issue / Amber: 4
      • Closed: 1
      View all closed trails for the latest updates.
      ▼ What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Mount Fromme?
      ▼ What are the best beginner ride trails in Mount Fromme?
      The best beginner mountain biking trails in Mount Fromme are: View all beginner mountain biking trails in Mount Fromme.
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