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      Prevost is a DH/Freeride hill, and shuttles are more often the order of the day. Many people climb up the fire road, but the up is WAY up. With several choice routes to descend, it can be suitable for relative-novice to extreme & professional, it has fast flowy earthy trails, some parts are built up with ladders, stunts and jumps.
      Primary Trail Type: All-Mountain & Downhill
      eBikes Allowed: Yes
      Shuttleable: YES
      AKA: Swuq'us
      Land Status: Community Forest
      Land Manager: Municipality of North Cowichan
      Mt Prevost Main Lower Parking Lot google parking directions
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      Region Status
      Caution as of Aug 3, 2026
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      Stats

      Avg Trail Rating
      Trails (view details)
      39
      Trails Mountain Bike
      32
      Trails E-Bike
      35
      Trails Gravel Bike
      7
      Trails Adaptive Bike
      5
      Trails Hike
      14
      Trails Trail Running
      14
      Total Distance
      27 miles
      Total Descent Distance
      13 miles
      Total Descent
      11,903 ft
      Total Vertical
      2,295 ft
      Highest Trailhead
      2,577 ft
      Reports
      304
      Photos
      191
      Completed Counter
      10,020

      Articles

      Video: Aedan Skinner Attempts To Everest In The Worst Possible Conditions
      Aug 12, 2026 from pinkbike.com
      31 hours, 27 laps, and 17 hours of darkness. Aedan Skinner tackles a brutal mid-winter Everesting attempt on Mt. Prevost with zero sleep, freezing...
      Must Watch: Vaea Verbeeck’s Surreal New Cinematic Passion Project in 'Frequency Realm'
      Jun 16, 2026 from pinkbike.com
      A breathtaking video shot at Mount Prevost featuring Vaea absolutely ripping.
      Video: Revitalizing a Vancouver Island Classic Through Shimano Trail Born
      May 27, 2026 from pinkbike.com
      Shimano's Trail Born Fund pairs up with the Cowichan Trail Stewardship Society to breathe high-speed, jump-heavy life into Vancouver Island's...
      POV: Mind-Melting Speed: Dane Jewett’s Dusty DH Laps on Mt. Prevost
      May 12, 2026 from pinkbike.com
      Hang on for a high-speed POV as the Giant Factory pro sends it down Vancouver Island’s most iconic shuttle trails.

      Popular Mount Prevost Mountain Biking Trails

      80 4.4 1 mile 0 ft 457
      is a top to bottom high-speed single track trail that acts as an entry point for the majority of trails. The lowest section of is a machine built jump trail, offering a great warm up for Adrenaline Riders can expect steep sections...
      60 3.7 699 ft 0 ft 380
      Moderately popular black diamond difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used downhill only. It features berm. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 2 minutes to complete this trail.
      75 4.8 2,972 ft 0 ft 327
      Mr.T is the go-to trail for racers looking to train. Riders can expect fast single track into tight turns with long steep descents along with some airtime to round things out. Watch for a significant road gap off a well made ramp.
      70 4.4 1,467 ft 0 ft 321
      Top-most portion is built in a clear cut. A few large, sculptured berms, small gap jumps, and a smooth ramped log drop near the end of this trail addition. Bottom part is fresh with duff. Great addition, particularly when the top bit...
      75 5.0 1,772 ft 0 ft 307
      Upper extension of Mr. T. Mostly Black Diamond with a couple of Double Black features, particularly one significant step down.
      75 4.5 4,327 ft 0 ft 303
      Puttin’ on mixes high speeds and jumps into one trail. Riders can expect to start out with big gap jumps that lead into open fast singletrack through a clearcut and back into the forest for some technical steeps. To round things off,...
      75 4.5 686 ft 0 ft 279
      New upper start of Puttin' on , with a step-down gap to a large hip gap jump. Then keep your speed around the burmed corner down the hill to a large well-built step up gap jump.
      60 4.0 1,004 ft 0 ft 229
      Fantastic alternate branch to that starts off soon after the trailhead and ends at . Lots of booters and berms and a tricky step down at the end.

      Recent Ride Log Activity in Region

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      Mount Prevost Mountain Bike Routes

      5.0 21 miles 3,403 ft 11
      BCBR Stage 2 2025 Map interpretation. The BLUE line in the Profile depicts the neutralized start, and the...
      27 miles 3,265 ft 13
      BCBR 2026 Stage 7: 44 km of riding on the final, final Stage 7 of BCBR's 20-year history. First Timed...
      5.0 32 miles 6,536 ft 12
      Dan's Cowichan Triple route for navigating Prevost.
      45 miles 6,969 ft 22
      Three peaks with some refuel stops on the way
      1 mile 3
      BCBR DH presented by Canyon
      5 miles 956 ft 1 Loop
      Full course for U15 riders. U12 riders will only do stage 2

      Photos of Mount Prevost Mountain Bike

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      Videos of Mount Prevost Mountain Bike

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      Raw Shredit At Prevost
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      0:56 | 284 | Jan 11, 2021
      Sick Drop On Mount Prevost
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      Good Morning
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      Fern Surfing | Self Shot V2
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      Recent Trail Reports

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      Recent Comments

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      bigmanbaztrailMemphisTrail was good to go loose and dry but jumps...
      Sep 14, 2026 @ 4:22pm
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      caste1200trailMemphisWatch out for fallen trees on some jump landings
      Jul 24, 2026 @ 1:23pm
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      caste1200trailRutsFallen tree at the exit of this trail
      Jul 24, 2026 @ 1:22pm
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      ryanlecoursreportMemphisAlso look out for lots of nettles
      Jul 5, 2025 @ 3:26pm
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      Spencer22trailMemphisGate is closed on Mt Prevost Road. Can’t shuttle
      Jul 2, 2025 @ 10:46am
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      Nearby Areas

      namedistance
      Somenos Garry Oak Protected Area 34 km
      Mount Richards 1 12 24 km
      Maple Mountain 2 13 5 15.8 km
      Cowichan River Provincal Park 3 26 km
      Mount Tzouhalem 39 22 17.1 km

      Local Badges


      Activity Type Stats

      activitytypetrailsdistancedescentdescent distancetotal verticalratingglobal rankstate rankphotosreportsroutesactivity logs
      Mountain Bike3220 miles11,614 ft12 miles2,274 ft
      #2,092#129170304103,181
      E-Bike3526 miles9,898 ft11 miles2,293 ft
      #3,314#1222411113
      Gravel Bike711 miles696 ft2 miles2,274 ft
      #1,449#1292418
      Adaptive Bike510 miles509 ft2 miles2,119 ft
      #1,449#12924
      Hike1418 miles984 ft3 miles2,293 ft
      #3,098#14221210917
      Trail Running1418 miles984 ft3 miles2,293 ft
      #6,482#235210172

      Frequently Asked Questions

      What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Mount Prevost?
      The highest rated mountain biking trails in Mount Prevost are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by rating.
      What is the best time of the year to ride in Mount Prevost?
      Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride in Mount Prevost are:
      • May (73 activities)
      • April (47 activities)
      • October (38 activities)
      Check the Mount Prevost reports page for current trail conditions, recent trail reports, and seasonal information from the local community.
      Where can I park to ride in Mount Prevost?
      There are 3 parking locations listed in Mount Prevost. 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 Prevost?
      The longest trail in Mount Prevost is Memphis at 1.3 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
      What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Mount Prevost?
      How many trails are in Mount Prevost?
      Mount Prevost has a total of 39 trails. Of those, 32 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in Mount Prevost to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
      Which trail has the most elevation gain in Mount Prevost?
      The trail with the most elevation gain in Mount Prevost is Summit Cairn Doubletrack with 256 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
      Which trail has the most elevation descent in Mount Prevost?
      The trail with the most elevation descent in Mount Prevost is Memphis with 1,494 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
      What activities are most popular in Mount Prevost?
      Mount Prevost supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Hiking, Trail Running.
      What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Mount Prevost?
      The steepest mountain biking trail in Mount Prevost is Summit Cairn Doubletrack with an average grade of 20.1%. View all trails sorted by grade.
      Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Mount Prevost?
      Yes, there are 3 scenic viewpoints marked along trails in Mount Prevost. Some popular viewpoints include: Explore more points of interest to find trails with the best views.
      Are the trails open in Mount Prevost?
      The overall region status for Mount Prevost is Minor Issue / Yellow. Out of 30 trails:
      • Clear / Green: 21
      • Minor Issue / Yellow: 5
      • Significant Issue / Amber: 2
      • Closed: 2
      View the full trail status page for the latest updates.
      Can I ride an ebike in Mount Prevost?
      Yes, Mount Prevost supports e-bike riding. There are 34 trails in Mount Prevost 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 Prevost?
      What are the most popular Strava Segments in Mount Prevost?
      The most popular Strava segments in Mount Prevost are:
      • Upper Memphis (815 athletes)
      • Upper Ritz (439 athletes)
      • Wolfgang (407 athletes)
      View all Strava segments in Mount Prevost.
      What are some popular technical trail features in Mount Prevost?
      There are 2 technical trail features (TTFs) in Mount Prevost. Some popular features include: View all technical trail features in Mount Prevost.
      What trails are closed in Mount Prevost?
      There are currently 2 closed trails in Mount Prevost. The breakdown of all trail statuses is:
      • Clear / Green: 21
      • Minor Issue / Yellow: 5
      • Significant Issue / Amber: 2
      • Closed: 2
      View all closed trails for the latest updates.
      What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Mount Prevost?
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