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SaveThe Mount Macpherson recreation area offers over 55 km of single track biking and 25 km of groomed Nordic ski trails, including a dog loop, a 6 km night skiing loop and a 4.5 km snowshoeing loop. Fat biking is not permitted on any of the Nordic trails.
MTB activities can be based from the Tantrum*, Flowdown*, Griffith Creek*, Mount Macpherson, Begbie Bluffs, Begbie Falls FSR North and Begbie Falls FSR South* parking areas. Class1 (pedal assist) E-bikes are permitted on this network. All riders are expected to abide by the RCA Rider Code of Conduct and share these trails in a safe and courteous manner with other trail users.
*Summer use only, closed for winter.
All XC skiing and snowshoeing is based from the Mount Macpherson parking area (winter use lodge). This is also the parking area and trailhead for backcountry touring access to the Fingers via Mountain Climb. Trail passes or parking passes are required during the winter - please visit the day lodge to enquire and pay.
MTB activities can be based from the Tantrum*, Flowdown*, Griffith Creek*, Mount Macpherson, Begbie Bluffs, Begbie Falls FSR North and Begbie Falls FSR South* parking areas. Class1 (pedal assist) E-bikes are permitted on this network. All riders are expected to abide by the RCA Rider Code of Conduct and share these trails in a safe and courteous manner with other trail users.
*Summer use only, closed for winter.
All XC skiing and snowshoeing is based from the Mount Macpherson parking area (winter use lodge). This is also the parking area and trailhead for backcountry touring access to the Fingers via Mountain Climb. Trail passes or parking passes are required during the winter - please visit the day lodge to enquire and pay.
Primary Trail Type: Cross-Country
eBikes Allowed:
Yes
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Tantrum Parking - From Revelstoke go west on the TCH, turn south on Hwy 23 and drive for 1.7km, turn west onto a small gravel road with a RSTBC trailhead sign. The kiosk/map and start to the Tantrum trail are located 100m north down the double track powerline. Summer use only, closed for winter.
Flowdown Parking - From Revelstoke go west on the TCH, turn south on Hwy 23 and drive for 2.8km. Parking is on the west side of the highway. Amenities include a kiosk/map, donation vault and an outhouse. Summer use only, closed for winter.
Griffith Creek Parking - From Revelstoke go west on the TCH, turn south on Hwy 23 and drive for 5.4 km, turn west on the Griffith Creek FSR (RSTBC trailhead sign). Park at the small lot just off the highway or follow the FSR for about 300m to a larger car park, outhouse and trailhead kiosk/map. Summer use only, closed for winter.
Mount Macpherson Parking – From Revelstoke go west on the TCH, turn south on Hwy 23 and drive for 7.5 km. The parking area is on the west side of the highway. Year round services include a large car park, a trailhead kiosk/map, a donation vault and an outhouse. This is also the location of the Revelstoke Nordic Ski Club lodge (special function and winter use only).Trail passes or parking passes are required during the winter - please visit the day lodge to enquire and pay.
Begbie Bluffs Parking – From Revelstoke go west on the TCH, turn south on Hwy 23 and drive for 8.6km. The signed parking area is located on the east side of the highway. Amenities include a kiosk/map and outhouse.
Begbie Falls FSR North Parking - From Revelstoke go west on the TCH, turn south on Hwy 23 and drive for 2.6km, turn east onto the Mt. Begbie Road. Follow Mt. Begbie Road until it ends then continue straight onto Begbie Falls FSR for 150 m until you see the biking trailhead kiosk/map and parking area.
Begbie Falls FSR South Parking - From the North Parking area, continue south on the FSR to the parking area. Amenities include a kiosk/map and outhouse. Summer use only, closed for winter.
Flowdown Parking - From Revelstoke go west on the TCH, turn south on Hwy 23 and drive for 2.8km. Parking is on the west side of the highway. Amenities include a kiosk/map, donation vault and an outhouse. Summer use only, closed for winter.
Griffith Creek Parking - From Revelstoke go west on the TCH, turn south on Hwy 23 and drive for 5.4 km, turn west on the Griffith Creek FSR (RSTBC trailhead sign). Park at the small lot just off the highway or follow the FSR for about 300m to a larger car park, outhouse and trailhead kiosk/map. Summer use only, closed for winter.
Mount Macpherson Parking – From Revelstoke go west on the TCH, turn south on Hwy 23 and drive for 7.5 km. The parking area is on the west side of the highway. Year round services include a large car park, a trailhead kiosk/map, a donation vault and an outhouse. This is also the location of the Revelstoke Nordic Ski Club lodge (special function and winter use only).Trail passes or parking passes are required during the winter - please visit the day lodge to enquire and pay.
Begbie Bluffs Parking – From Revelstoke go west on the TCH, turn south on Hwy 23 and drive for 8.6km. The signed parking area is located on the east side of the highway. Amenities include a kiosk/map and outhouse.
Begbie Falls FSR North Parking - From Revelstoke go west on the TCH, turn south on Hwy 23 and drive for 2.6km, turn east onto the Mt. Begbie Road. Follow Mt. Begbie Road until it ends then continue straight onto Begbie Falls FSR for 150 m until you see the biking trailhead kiosk/map and parking area.
Begbie Falls FSR South Parking - From the North Parking area, continue south on the FSR to the parking area. Amenities include a kiosk/map and outhouse. Summer use only, closed for winter.
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- Mountain Bike
96 trails
- E-Bike
97 trails
- Hike
94 trails
- Trail Running
98 trails
- Snowshoe
1 trails
- Backcountry Ski
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- Nordic Ski
33 trails
Region Details
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Open as of Oct 17, 2026Stats
- Avg Trail Rating
- Trails (view details)
- 100
- Trails Mountain Bike
- 96
- Trails E-Bike
- 97
- Trails Gravel Bike
- 31
- Trails Adaptive Bike
- 10
- Trails Hike
- 94
- Trails Trail Running
- 98
- Trails Snowshoe
- 1
- Trails Backcountry Ski
- 2
- Trails Nordic Ski
- 33
- Total Distance
- 67 miles
- Total Descent Distance
- 30 miles
- Total Descent
- 11,215 ft
- Total Vertical
- 7,323 ft
- Highest Trailhead
- 8,782 ft
- Reports
- 2,756
- Photos
- 434
- Completed Counter
- 66,414
Popular Mount Macpherson Mountain Biking Trails
• 95 ★ 4.3 • 4 miles • 418 ft • 3,581 •
Mount Macpherson's premier flow trail makes a smooth climber, as well as a fast flowing descent trail. Remember: uphill riders have the right-of-way. This should be on your must-do list at Mount Macpherson. Follow the signs for the blue...
• 95 ★ 4.4 • 1 mile • 176 ft • 2,192 •
Undulating, rooty, rocky sections. Lots of variety and challenges.
• 100 ★ 4.6 • 2,428 ft • 173 ft • 1,679 •
Fun winding trail through the forest beside Wells Creek then it crosses the Nordic Trail and continues winding it's way to Dusty Beaver. Part of a beginner Loop from Griffith Creek Parking when included with Leap Frog, Toad School,...
• 95 ★ 4.1 • 4,262 ft • 63 ft • 1,541 •
Friendly and flowing with some rocky sections. Access route to Flowdown.
• 100 ★ 4.5 • 1,857 ft • 141 ft • 1,507 •
Fun winding trail through forest and openings. Part of a fun beginner Loop from Griffith Creek Parking when includes with Toad School, Dusty Beaver, Beaver Tail and Eager Beaver. Singletrack access to Dusty Beaver/Flowdown.
• 100 ★ 4.2 • 1,549 ft • 116 ft • 1,504 •
Part of a fun and challenging green loop of trails from the Griffith Creek Trailhead when connected with Leap Frog, Toad School, the lower part of Dusty Beaver , Beaver Tail and Eager Beaver. An easy singletrack route to Flowdown when...
• 90 ★ 3.8 • 1,634 ft • 6 ft • 1,447 •
Toad School is a fun little connector that flows well in both directions. It has a couple of gentle switch backs and a quick undulating straight. Part of a green loop when included with Leap Frog, Dusty Beaver, Beaver Tail and Eager Beaver.
Mount Macpherson Mountain Bike Routes
★ 3.0 • 8 miles • 1,433 ft • 6 • Loop •
The best part about this loop is that it gets all the hard stuff out of the way first. From the Flowdown...
★ 5.0 • 17 miles • 2,653 ft • 11 • Loop •
Tantrum Ride Co. Loop from Town #1 Tantrum / Beaver / TNT / Berm Donor / Tantrum Hard, technical,single track
18 miles • 3,300 ft • 8 •
The 2025 Revelstoke Women's Enduro course brings all the Crow favorites together START: Macpherson Nordic...
18 miles • 3,300 ft • 8 •
The 2025 Revelstoke Women's Enduro course brings all the Crowd favorites to the table. You ask, we...
6 miles • 997 ft • 4 •
Tantrum Ride Co. Summer Enduro #2 Stage 1: Dusty Beaver Stage 2: Berm Donor Stage 3: Buff Enuff
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Recent Trail Reports
| status | trail | date | condition | info | user |
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| Black Forest | Oct 17, 2026 @ 1:52pm (America/Vancouver) Oct 17, 2026 | Wet | cemoorelife TRAILFORKS | ||
| Stimulus Loop | Oct 17, 2026 @ 1:52pm (America/Vancouver) Oct 17, 2026 | Wet | cemoorelife TRAILFORKS | ||
| Stimulus North | Oct 17, 2026 @ 1:52pm (America/Vancouver) Oct 17, 2026 | Wet | cemoorelife TRAILFORKS | ||
| Telemarkers Choice | Oct 17, 2026 @ 1:52pm (America/Vancouver) Oct 17, 2026 | Wet | cemoorelife TRAILFORKS | ||
| TNT | Oct 17, 2026 @ 10:08am (America/Vancouver) Oct 17, 2026 | Ideal | axcooper RCA | ||
| Ridge Walk | Oct 12, 2026 @ 10:33am (America/Creston) Oct 12, 2026 | Ideal | Nutrifit | ||
| Tantrum South | Oct 12, 2026 @ 10:33am (America/Creston) Oct 12, 2026 | Ideal | Nutrifit | ||
| Berm Donor | Oct 12, 2026 @ 10:33am (America/Creston) Oct 12, 2026 | Ideal | Nutrifit | ||
| Leap Frog | Oct 12, 2026 @ 10:33am (America/Creston) Oct 12, 2026 | Ideal | Nutrifit | ||
| Root Canal | Oct 12, 2026 @ 10:33am (America/Creston) Oct 12, 2026 | Ideal | Nutrifit |
Activity Feed
| username | action | type | title | date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| cemoorelife | add | report | activity #106091518 and 3 more | Oct 17, 2026 @ 4:20pm Oct 17, 2026 |
| axcooper | add | report | activity #106061255 | Oct 17, 2026 @ 10:08am Oct 17, 2026 |
| Nutrifit | add | report | activity #105780088 and 6 more | Oct 12, 2026 @ 4:36pm Oct 12, 2026 |
| Salgs | ridden | trail | activity #105649532 | Oct 10, 2026 @ 7:18pm Oct 10, 2026 |
| alexie12 | ridden | trail | activity #105422487 | Oct 7, 2026 @ 12:10pm Oct 7, 2026 |
Recent Comments
| username | type | title | comment | date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| trail | Enjoyed this trail, it’s fun and flowing. | Jul 12, 2026 @ 9:20pm Jul 12, 2026 | ||
| report | Obviously | May 11, 2026 @ 2:24pm May 11, 2026 | ||
| report | There’s more cleanup needed below too | Aug 28, 2025 @ 3:19pm Aug 28, 2025 | ||
| trail | Lot of comments saying this trail has no flow... | Aug 22, 2025 @ 11:16am Aug 22, 2025 | ||
| trail | Best trail name ever. | Aug 3, 2025 @ 4:10pm Aug 3, 2025 |
Nearby Areas
| name | distance | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| City/Greenbelt Trails | 2 km | ||||
| Greenbelt/Flats | 17 | 2.3 km | |||
| Mount Mackenzie | 1 | 1 | 3.2 km | ||
| Mount Revelstoke National Park | 1 | 4 | 3.9 km | ||
| Boulder Mountain | 6 | 12 | 5 | 4 km |
Local Badges
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Local Trail Supporters
- Selkirk Dental Clinic
- Columbia Bookkeeping
- Williamson Lake Campground
- Cycle Logic - Kamloops
- The Taco Club
- Taco Clube
- VRGE Hotel
- Selkirk Powder Descents
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- Paramount Recreation
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- The Big Eddy Pub
- Revelstoke Mountain Resort
- The Copeland
- Six Percent Bike
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- Chubby Funster's
- The Village Idiot
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 | 96 | 55 miles | 10,259 ft | 27 miles | 1,280 ft | #279 | #36 | 402 | 2,671 | 65 | 25,076 | |
| E-Bike | 97 | 58 miles | 10,604 ft | 29 miles | 1,280 ft | #1,518 | #77 | 2,320 | 6 | 897 | ||
| Gravel Bike | 31 | 18 miles | 2,303 ft | 8 miles | 1,027 ft | #104 | #22 | 91 | 42 | |||
| Adaptive Bike | 10 | 4 miles | 719 ft | 2 miles | 732 ft | #104 | #21 | 135 | ||||
| Hike | 94 | 63 miles | 10,617 ft | 28 miles | 7,323 ft | #2,071 | #111 | 6 | 2,670 | 7 | 936 | |
| Trail Running | 98 | 64 miles | 10,873 ft | 28 miles | 7,323 ft | #1,103 | #44 | 6 | 2,670 | 17 | 1,299 | |
| Snowshoe | 1 | 2 miles | 302 ft | 1 mile | 213 ft | #355 | #31 | 154 | 134 | |||
| Backcountry Ski | 2 | 3,684 ft | 449 ft | 525 ft | #150 | #13 | 154 | 399 | ||||
| Nordic Ski | 33 | 17 miles | 1,844 ft | 7 miles | 656 ft | #43 | #8 | 171 | 4,879 |
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Mount Macpherson?
The highest rated mountain biking trails in Mount Macpherson are:
- Beaver Tail (4.4/5)
- Tantrum South (4.3/5)
- Berm Donor (4.3/5)
- Flowdown (4.3/5)
- Break-a-Leg (4.2/5)
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What is the best time of the year to ride in Mount Macpherson?
Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride in Mount Macpherson are:
- May (443 activities)
- September (443 activities)
- July (435 activities)
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Where can I park to ride in Mount Macpherson?
There are 11 parking locations listed in Mount Macpherson. The most popular parking spots are:
- Griffith Creek Upper Parking
- Mt. Macpherson Parking
- Griffith Creek Parking
- Griffith Creek Lower Parking
- Flowdown Trail Head Parking
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What is the longest trail in Mount Macpherson?
The longest trail in Mount Macpherson is Flowdown at 3.9 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
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What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Mount Macpherson?
The best hiking trails in Mount Macpherson are: View all hiking trails sorted by popularity score.
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How many trails are in Mount Macpherson?
Mount Macpherson has a total of 100 trails. Of those, 96 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in Mount Macpherson to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
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Which trail has the most elevation gain in Mount Macpherson?
The trail with the most elevation gain in Mount Macpherson is Main Loop (Nordic Trail) with 487 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
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Which trail has the most elevation descent in Mount Macpherson?
The trail with the most elevation descent in Mount Macpherson is Flowdown with 951 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
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What activities are most popular in Mount Macpherson?
Mount Macpherson supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Hiking, Trail Running, Snowshoeing, Backcountry Skiing, Nordic Skiing.
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What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Mount Macpherson?
The steepest mountain biking trail in Mount Macpherson is View with an average grade of 12.4%. View all trails sorted by grade.
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Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Mount Macpherson?
Yes, there are 4 scenic viewpoints marked along trails in Mount Macpherson. 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 Mount Macpherson?
The overall region status for Mount Macpherson is Clear / Green. Out of 88 trails:
- Clear / Green: 73
- Minor Issue / Yellow: 7
- Significant Issue / Amber: 1
- Closed: 7
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What are the trail conditions in Mount Macpherson?
Based on trail reports from the past week in Mount Macpherson:
- Wet: 4 trails
- Ideal: 1 trail
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Can I ride an ebike in Mount Macpherson?
Yes, Mount Macpherson supports e-bike riding. There are 98 trails in Mount Macpherson 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 mountain biking routes in Mount Macpherson?
The most popular mountain biking routes in Mount Macpherson are: View all mountain biking routes in Mount Macpherson.
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What type of bike is most common in Mount Macpherson?
Based on activity log data, the most common bike types used in Mount Macpherson are:
- AM (106 activities)
- RD (10 activities)
- XC (9 activities)
- Fat (8 activities)
- DH (1 activities)
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What are the most popular Strava Segments in Mount Macpherson?
The most popular Strava segments in Mount Macpherson are:
- RWE Flowdown 2018 (8,056 athletes)
- Dust Beaver Climb (5,526 athletes)
- Flowdown Complete (4,009 athletes)
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What are some popular technical trail features in Mount Macpherson?
There are 2 technical trail features (TTFs) in Mount Macpherson. Some popular features include: View all technical trail features in Mount Macpherson.
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What trails are closed in Mount Macpherson?
There are currently 7 closed trails in Mount Macpherson. The breakdown of all trail statuses is:
- Clear / Green: 73
- Minor Issue / Yellow: 7
- Significant Issue / Amber: 1
- Closed: 7
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What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Mount Macpherson?
The most popular mountain biking trails in Mount Macpherson are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by popularity.
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What are the best beginner ride trails in Mount Macpherson?
The best beginner mountain biking trails in Mount Macpherson are:
- Beaver Tail (4.6/5)
- Leap Frog (4.5/5)
- Dusty Beaver (4.1/5)
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