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SaveNakusp trails and routes are listed on Trailforks with interactive trail maps, difficulty ratings, photos, and user-reported trail conditions. The Trailforks community has shared hundreds of photos from this region. Supported activity types include Mountain Biking, Hiking, Trail Running, E-Biking, Gravel Biking, Adaptive Biking, Horseback, Dirtbiking and ATVing/Offroading. Trails here are often machine-built. Scenery includes views, lakes and hot springs. Common trail features include berms, drops and jumps. Many trails are family friendly. Amenities include huts. Popular destinations include Mt. Abriel and Box Lake.
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- Mountain Bike
88 trails
- E-Bike
35 trails
- Gravel Bike
20 trails
- Adaptive Bike
16 trails
- Horse
5 trails
- Hike
87 trails
- Trail Running
87 trails
- Dirtbike/Moto
4 trails
- ATV/ORV/OHV
4 trails
Region Details
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- 2
- 16
- 32
- 22
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Region Status
Caution as of 6 hours
Stats
- Avg Trail Rating
- Trails (view details)
- 90
- Trails Mountain Bike
- 88
- Trails E-Bike
- 35
- Trails Gravel Bike
- 20
- Trails Adaptive Bike
- 16
- Trails Horse
- 5
- Trails Hike
- 87
- Trails Trail Running
- 87
- Trails Dirtbike/Moto
- 4
- Trails Observed Trials
- 2
- Trails ATV/ORV/OHV
- 4
- Trails Snowshoe
- 2
- Total Distance
- 96 miles
- Total Descent
- 25,702 ft
- Total Vertical
- 6,048 ft
- Highest Trailhead
- 7,500 ft
- Reports
- 1,282
- Photos
- 252
- Completed Counter
- 55,091
Articles
Video: Trail Building in British Columbia's Kootenay Mountains
May 15, 2022 from pinkbike.com
A series of short films featuring the work done by trail builders in the Kootenay region of British Columbia.
Sub Regions
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Box Lake
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Mt. Abriel
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Popular Nakusp Mountain Biking Trails
• 55 ★ 4.1 • 5 miles • 117 ft • 5,629 •
If you had to pick an Abriel classic, Ride On would probably be it. Almost 1100 meters vertical of hand built single track. Expect a few short steeps, rock slabs, and some gentle tech.
• 100 ★ 4.3 • 2 miles • 550 ft • 1,983 •
Highly rated popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used uphill primary. It features bridge. On average it takes 22 minutes to complete this trail.
• 100 ★ 3.7 • 1 mile • 670 ft • 1,350 •
Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used uphill primary. On average it takes 17 minutes to complete this trail.
• 95 ★ 4.0 • 2,100 ft • 15 ft • 1,187 •
Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used downhill only. It features berm and jump. On average it takes 3 minutes to complete this trail.
• 100 ★ 3.9 • 1 mile • 25 ft • 1,149 •
Popular blue difficulty doubletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used downhill only. On average it takes 10 minutes to complete this trail.
• 95 ★ 3.3 • 4,475 ft • 254 ft • 1,087 •
Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used uphill primary. On average it takes 14 minutes to complete this trail.
• 80 ★ 4.2 • 3,720 ft • 17 ft • 1,043 •
Popular green difficulty family friendly singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail and has a moderate overall physical rating. It features berm. On average it takes 8 minutes to complete this trail.
Nakusp Mountain Bike Routes
★ 3.7 • 14 miles • 4,693 ft • 21 •
Abriel Epic Loop - From Campground to the top and back.
★ 3.7 • 2 miles • 507 ft • 5 • Out & Back •
This route is used by those renting for the first time at Kootenay Adaptive, or adaptive riders just...
★ 2.0 • 6 miles • 1,057 ft • 8 • Loop •
A moderate pedal with a few descents. - If you don't like the route take it up with Brent at the bike shop.
17 miles • 5,139 ft • 14 • Race •
Final stage of Singletrack 6 in 2024. Full pint.
11 miles • 2,907 ft • 8 • Race •
Half pint final stage of the Singletrack 6 event in 2024.
Photos of Nakusp Mountain Bike
Videos of Nakusp Mountain Bike
Recent Trail Reports
| status | trail | date | condition | info | user |
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| Kimbol Lake Trail | Oct 26, 2026 @ 2:16pm (America/Vancouver) 6 hours | Unknown | BbOsV | ||
| Acme | Sep 28, 2026 @ 12:13pm (America/Creston) Sep 28, 2026 | Ideal | kmsports NABS | ||
| Burn'er Down | Sep 28, 2026 @ 12:13pm (America/Creston) Sep 28, 2026 | Ideal | kmsports NABS | ||
| Burn 'Er Up | Sep 28, 2026 @ 12:13pm (America/Creston) Sep 28, 2026 | Ideal | kmsports NABS | ||
| Heavy Pedal | Sep 28, 2026 @ 12:13pm (America/Creston) Sep 28, 2026 | Ideal | kmsports NABS | ||
| Turn 'Er Up | Sep 28, 2026 @ 12:13pm (America/Creston) Sep 28, 2026 | Ideal | kmsports NABS | ||
| Turn 'Er Up | Sep 28, 2026 @ 12:13pm (America/Creston) Sep 28, 2026 | Ideal | kmsports NABS | ||
| Black and Blue | Sep 12, 2026 @ 3:34pm (America/Vancouver) Sep 12, 2026 | Dry | Vanessad72zV | ||
| Lake Trail | Aug 30, 2026 @ 5:44pm (America/Vancouver) Aug 30, 2026 | Dry | timeh69 RED | ||
| Loamly Lion | Aug 30, 2026 @ 5:44pm (America/Vancouver) Aug 30, 2026 | Dry | timeh69 RED |
Activity Feed
| username | action | type | title | date |
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| BbOsV | add | report | activity #106650681 | Oct 26, 2026 @ 2:16pm 6 hours |
| ScottqwgLaf | ridden | trail | activity #106090761 | Oct 17, 2026 @ 4:11pm Oct 17, 2026 |
| ScottqwgLaf | ridden | trail | activity #105791991 and 2 more | Oct 12, 2026 @ 11:20pm Oct 12, 2026 |
| mattmalabanan | add | trail | activity #105324247 | Oct 6, 2026 @ 2:24am Oct 6, 2026 |
| VandelayIndustries | ridden | trail | activity #105306734 | Oct 5, 2026 @ 5:10pm Oct 5, 2026 |
Recent Comments
| username | type | title | comment | date |
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| trail | The middle tech section has become super loose... | Aug 4, 2026 @ 6:25am Aug 4, 2026 | ||
| trail | The first half is great, but the highlights... | Jul 11, 2026 @ 5:06pm Jul 11, 2026 | ||
| trail | mad respect to the builders, look at all the... | Jul 11, 2026 @ 12:42pm Jul 11, 2026 | ||
| trail | Nice rolling trail. Easier than Rollie Pollie,... | Oct 6, 2025 @ 8:00am Oct 6, 2025 | ||
| trail | Tropic Thunder is pretty punched out. Loose... | Aug 28, 2025 @ 7:18pm Aug 28, 2025 |
Local Badges
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10 Blue Trails943 awarded -
Epic Ride Climb 2k81 awarded -
Climbing 10k Badge34 awarded -
Climbing 100k Badge2 awarded -
Epic Ride Descent 2k108 awarded -
Descent 10k Badge50 awarded
Bike & Skill Parks
| name | type | city | rating |
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| Mount Abriel Skillpark | skill park | Nakusp |
Local Trail Supporters
- Kootenay Sufferfest
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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 | 88 | 88 miles | 24,268 ft | 40 miles | 4,373 ft | #726 | #44 | 248 | 1,275 | 6 | 13,050 | |
| E-Bike | 35 | 34 miles | 6,224 ft | 11 miles | 4,373 ft | #2,943 | #78 | 1,015 | 866 | |||
| Gravel Bike | 20 | 41 miles | 3,281 ft | 11 miles | 4,367 ft | #1,485 | #61 | 53 | 44 | |||
| Adaptive Bike | 16 | 23 miles | 2,470 ft | 9 miles | 1,385 ft | #1,962 | #52 | 179 | 1 | |||
| Horse | 5 | 18 miles | 407 ft | 2 miles | 4,275 ft | #1,339 | #45 | 242 | ||||
| Hike | 87 | 93 miles | 23,307 ft | 39 miles | 6,050 ft | #2,175 | #85 | 4 | 1,255 | 797 | ||
| Trail Running | 87 | 93 miles | 23,307 ft | 39 miles | 6,050 ft | #1,728 | #60 | 1,255 | 168 | |||
| Dirtbike/Moto | 4 | 17 miles | 407 ft | 1 mile | 4,078 ft | #739 | #55 | 240 | 17 | |||
| Observed Trials | 2 | 9 miles | 400 ft | 1 mile | 4,078 ft | 6 | 2 | |||||
| ATV/ORV/OHV | 4 | 17 miles | 407 ft | 1 mile | 4,078 ft | #526 | #41 | 240 | 9 | |||
| Snowshoe | 2 | 8 miles | 1,375 ft | 2 miles | 1,985 ft | 1 | 99 |
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the best places to ride in Nakusp?
Nakusp has 2 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
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What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Nakusp?
The highest rated mountain biking trails in Nakusp are:
- Block Party (4.6/5)
- Minty Fresh (4.5/5)
- Hollywood Hills (4.5/5)
- Zoolander (4.4/5)
- PEPÈ (4.3/5)
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Where can I park to ride in Nakusp?
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What is the longest trail in Nakusp?
The longest trail in Nakusp is Rosebery Railway at 12.6 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
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What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Nakusp?
The best hiking trails in Nakusp are:
- Hot Springs Trail
- Kimbol Lake Trail
- Saddle Mountain Trail and Lookout
- Kuskanax Mountain Trail
- Nakusp Railway
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What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Nakusp?
The best trail running trails in Nakusp are: View all trail running trails sorted by popularity score.
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How many trails are in Nakusp?
Nakusp has a total of 90 trails. Of those, 88 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in Nakusp to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
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Which trail has the most elevation gain in Nakusp?
The trail with the most elevation gain in Nakusp is Kimbol Lake Trail with 1,702 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
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Which trail has the most elevation descent in Nakusp?
The trail with the most elevation descent in Nakusp is Ride On with 3,552 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
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What activities are most popular in Nakusp?
Nakusp supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Gravel Biking, Adaptive Biking, Horseback, Hiking, Trail Running, Dirtbiking, ATVing/Offroading.
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What bike services are there in Nakusp?
The following bike services are available in Nakusp:
- Trail Association (2)
- Club (1)
- Bike Shop (1)
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What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Nakusp?
The steepest mountain biking trail in Nakusp is Keep Turning it up with an average grade of 9.3%. View all trails sorted by grade.
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Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Nakusp?
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Are the trails open in Nakusp?
The overall region status for Nakusp is Minor Issue / Yellow. Out of 80 trails:
- Clear / Green: 61
- Minor Issue / Yellow: 11
- Significant Issue / Amber: 8
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Can I ride an ebike in Nakusp?
Yes, Nakusp supports e-bike riding. There are 28 trails in Nakusp 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 Nakusp?
The most popular mountain biking routes in Nakusp are: View all mountain biking routes in Nakusp.
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What is the highest summit in Nakusp?
The highest summit in Nakusp is Big Sister Mountain at 8,081 ft elevation.
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What are the most popular Strava Segments in Nakusp?
The most popular Strava segments in Nakusp are:
- Turn 'er up in the cutblock (2,894 athletes)
- Abriel 4 (1,949 athletes)
- T C Down Hill (1,825 athletes)
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Are there accessible or adaptive trails in Nakusp?
Yes, there are 16 accessible/adaptive trails in Nakusp. View all adaptive trails in Nakusp for specific accessibility information.
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Are there local clubs or events in Nakusp?
There are 3 local clubs or associations listed in the Nakusp directory. Browse the local directory for details.
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What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Nakusp?
The most popular mountain biking trails in Nakusp are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by popularity.
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What are the best beginner ride trails in Nakusp?
The best beginner mountain biking trails in Nakusp are:
- Lake Trail (4/5)
- Sky Captain (4.2/5)
- Black Forest (3/5)
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