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SavePrinceton 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 Hiking, Trail Running, Mountain Biking, Backcountry Skiing, Gravel Biking, Skiing, Nordic Skiing, Horseback, E-Biking, ATVing/Offroading, Dirtbiking, Snowshoeing, Snowmobiling and Adaptive Biking. Trails here are often faint trail, loose and rail trail. Scenery includes lakes, meadows and views. Common trail features include rock gardens, bridges and skinnies. Many trails are family friendly. Amenities include restrooms. Popular destinations include Gibsons Pass Ski Area, China Ridge and Bankeir.
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- Mountain Bike
53 trails
- E-Bike
23 trails
- Gravel Bike
43 trails
- Adaptive Bike
4 trails
- Horse
29 trails
- Hike
70 trails
- Trail Running
69 trails
- Dirtbike/Moto
20 trails
- ATV/ORV/OHV
21 trails
- Snowmobile
13 trails
- Snowshoe
16 trails
- Downhill Ski
40 trails
- Backcountry Ski
49 trails
- Nordic Ski
31 trails
Region Details
- 24
- 10
- 16
- 2
- 1
Region Status
Open as of Oct 24, 2026Local Trail Association
Stats
- Avg Trail Rating
- Trails (view details)
- 125
- Trails Mountain Bike
- 53
- Trails E-Bike
- 23
- Trails Gravel Bike
- 43
- Trails Adaptive Bike
- 4
- Trails Horse
- 29
- Trails Hike
- 70
- Trails Trail Running
- 69
- Trails Dirtbike/Moto
- 20
- Trails Observed Trials
- 4
- Trails ATV/ORV/OHV
- 21
- Trails Snowmobile
- 13
- Trails Snowshoe
- 16
- Trails Downhill Ski
- 40
- Trails Backcountry Ski
- 49
- Trails Nordic Ski
- 31
- Total Distance
- 151 miles
- Total Descent
- 37,341 ft
- Total Vertical
- 4,652 ft
- Highest Trailhead
- 6,782 ft
- Reports
- 74
- Photos
- 147
- Completed Counter
- 5,141
Sub Regions
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Bankeir
- 1
- 1
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China Ridge
- 7
- 14
- 2
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Lodestone Lake Recreation Site
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Wilderness Trails
Popular Princeton Mountain Biking Trails
• 100 ★ 4.4 • 5 miles • 706 ft • 109 •
Parker is a singletrack XC trail constructed for family enjoyment. The trail is named after Parker William Thompson who’s birth coincided with the commencement of trail construction. The trail was named after Parker in appreciation of...
• 95 ★ 4.0 • 3 miles • 66 ft • 93 •
The new mountain bike Rail Trail originates on the China Ridge Trail network and joins with the historic Kettle Valley Rail Trail (KVR). “It has challenges, but has been built to accommodate more than just the extreme cyclists who...
• 90 ★ 3.4 • 4,715 ft • 25 ft • 82 •
The new mountain bike Rail Trail originates on the China Ridge Trail network and joins with the historic Kettle Valley Rail Trail (KVR). “It has challenges, but has been built to accommodate more than just the extreme cyclists who...
• 95 ★ 5.0 • 2 miles • 22 ft • 25 •
Fast single track blue trail that starts from the map at the base of the Parker trail and ends up at the cattle guard halfway up the Snowpatch access road. The trail has a lots of great corners, a few punchy climbs and two optional gap...
• 5 ★ 4.0 • 15 miles • 665 ft • 16 •
Less popular green difficulty rail trail. This mountain bike primary trail and has a moderate overall physical rating with a 665 ft green climb. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 2 hours17 minutes to complete this trail. A license is required to use this trail.
• 100 ★ 0.0 • 1,144 ft • 19 ft • 15 • • skixc
part of Dixon / Gulp 2 / L'ill Loop dog friendly trail
• 90 ★ 3.5 • 1 mile • 167 ft • 11 •
A short XC trail above Princeton. Beautiful scenery and doesn't see a lot of traffic. The first part is double track, dwindling to single track for the rest of it. It can definitely be ridden both ways but probably more enjoyable to...
• 80 ★ 0.0 • 1,758 ft • 114 ft • 5 • • skixc
Popular black diamond difficulty doubletrack. This nordic ski primary trail can be used both directions. Winter use: Classic snow grooming. On average it takes 2 minutes to complete this trail.
Princeton Mountain Bike Routes
Whipsaw Trail Featured
★ 2.7 • 62 miles • 7,063 ft • 2 • Loop •
The infamous Whipsaw Trail BIgger bikes consider doing this counter clockwise starting from Tulameen side...
★ 5.0 • 26 miles • 2,960 ft • 5 • Loop •
Chugger is an annual memorial ride to commemorate the inspirational work Duncan MacKenzie completed at...
4 miles • 51 ft • 11 • Loop •
Osprey Lake Loop follows the KVR Trail and Princeton-Summerland Highway looping around Osprey Lake. Can be...
3 miles • 48 ft • 0 •
Osprey Lake Loop follows the KVR on the south side of Osprey Lake and the Princeton-Summerland Rd on the...
★ 1.0 • 3 miles • 76 ft • 4 • Loop •
Loop of Link Lake can be done in either direction. Highest elevation on south side of route. Mix of rail...
• 10 miles • 976 ft • 2 •
Photos of Princeton Mountain Bike
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Recent Trail Reports
| status | trail | date | condition | info | user |
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| KVR - Princeton to Tulameen | Jun 24, 2026 @ 12:05pm (America/Vancouver) Jun 24, 2026 | Dry | Gdogride | ||
| Fireman | Jun 13, 2026 @ 12:08pm (America/Vancouver) Jun 13, 2026 | Ideal | darklord | ||
| I'll Loop | Oct 2, 2025 @ 11:27am (America/Vancouver) Oct 2, 2025 | Ideal | StoshIam | ||
| Parker Trail | Jun 25, 2025 @ 6:14pm Jun 25, 2025 | Ideal | DanHowarth | ||
| Prisoner | May 19, 2025 @ 9:10pm May 19, 2025 | Dry | DanHowarth | ||
| Deer Valley | Sep 12, 2023 @ 6:51pm Sep 12, 2023 | Dry | DanHowarth | ||
| Lower Rail Trail | Sep 9, 2023 @ 4:08am Sep 9, 2023 | Dry | Bricklin69 | ||
| Upper Rail Trail | Sep 9, 2023 @ 4:08am Sep 9, 2023 | Dry | Bricklin69 | ||
| Clear View | Jul 11, 2020 @ 12:41pm Jul 11, 2020 | Ideal | CraigHinCA | ||
| China Loop | Jul 11, 2020 @ 12:41pm Jul 11, 2020 | Ideal | CraigHinCA |
Activity Feed
| username | action | type | title | date |
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| ikendothis | update | trail | activity #107006964 | Nov 1, 2026 @ 7:40am 4 hours |
| FilipStarcevic | ridden | trail | activity #106525277 | Oct 24, 2026 @ 2:57pm Oct 24, 2026 |
| Naylor00 | wishlist | region | activity #105911320 | Oct 14, 2026 @ 11:18pm Oct 14, 2026 |
| 4eAehR | wishlist | route | activity #105169283 | Oct 3, 2026 @ 10:06pm Oct 3, 2026 |
| lawes | add | trail | activity #103586080 | Sep 11, 2026 @ 8:03pm Sep 11, 2026 |
Recent Comments
| username | type | title | comment | date |
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| trail | Great little ride. Really enjoyed the trail... | May 7, 2025 @ 10:45am May 7, 2025 | ||
| trail | Loved this trail. A great ride especially with... | Aug 11, 2024 @ 8:19pm Aug 11, 2024 | ||
| trail | Cattle are a big issue here especially if you... | Jun 8, 2024 @ 5:00pm Jun 8, 2024 | ||
| trail | This would save a lot of hassle and avoid the... | Jun 8, 2024 @ 4:56pm Jun 8, 2024 | ||
| trail | Please put a sign up at the start of this... | Jun 8, 2024 @ 4:54pm Jun 8, 2024 |
Local Badges
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Epic Ride Climb 2k15 awarded -
Climbing 10k Badge2 awarded -
Climbing 100k Badge0 awarded -
Epic Ride Descent 2k16 awarded -
Descent 10k Badge3 awarded -
Descent 100k Badge0 awarded
Bike & Skill Parks
| name | type | city | rating |
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| Princeton Bike Park | skill park | Princeton |
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 | 53 | 107 miles | 19,124 ft | 52 miles | 4,173 ft | #2,982 | #84 | 131 | 74 | 5 | 1,016 | |
| E-Bike | 23 | 61 miles | 9,439 ft | 28 miles | 4,173 ft | #3,331 | #84 | 51 | 3 | 47 | ||
| Gravel Bike | 43 | 93 miles | 15,131 ft | 45 miles | 4,173 ft | #1,163 | #42 | 1 | 15 | |||
| Adaptive Bike | 4 | 17 miles | 325 ft | 4 miles | 2,306 ft | #4,659 | #100 | 6 | ||||
| Horse | 29 | 58 miles | 8,615 ft | 26 miles | 4,173 ft | #1,111 | #36 | 2 | 30 | 2 | 2 | |
| Hike | 70 | 115 miles | 19,813 ft | 53 miles | 4,652 ft | #1,572 | #73 | 14 | 74 | 4 | 304 | |
| Trail Running | 69 | 115 miles | 19,813 ft | 53 miles | 4,652 ft | #2,143 | #75 | 74 | 4 | 32 | ||
| Dirtbike/Moto | 20 | 59 miles | 8,835 ft | 25 miles | 4,173 ft | #637 | #46 | 32 | 4 | 113 | ||
| Observed Trials | 4 | 35 miles | 4,272 ft | 14 miles | 4,173 ft | 7 | 1 | |||||
| ATV/ORV/OHV | 21 | 60 miles | 9,173 ft | 26 miles | 4,173 ft | #417 | #30 | 32 | 4 | 42 | ||
| Snowmobile | 13 | 39 miles | 7,054 ft | 18 miles | 2,694 ft | #181 | #12 | 3 | 4 | 23 | ||
| Snowshoe | 16 | 22 miles | 5,397 ft | 11 miles | 2,438 ft | #472 | #40 | 1 | 47 | |||
| Downhill Ski | 40 | 15 miles | 14,547 ft | 12 miles | 1,457 ft | #359 | #19 | 837 | ||||
| Backcountry Ski | 49 | 31 miles | 16,050 ft | 18 miles | 2,566 ft | #325 | #19 | 166 | ||||
| Nordic Ski | 31 | 46 miles | 8,720 ft | 27 miles | 2,740 ft | #356 | #22 | 176 |
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the best places to ride in Princeton?
Princeton has 5 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
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What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Princeton?
The highest rated mountain biking trails in Princeton are:
- Parker Trail (4.2/5)
- Fireman (4.1/5)
- Lower Rail Trail (4/5)
- Prisoner (4/5)
- Deer Valley (3.9/5)
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Where can I park to ride in Princeton?
There are 6 parking locations listed in Princeton. The most popular parking spots are: View all parking and trailhead locations on the map to plan your visit.
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What is the longest trail in Princeton?
The longest trail in Princeton is Parker Trail at 4.6 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
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What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Princeton?
The best hiking trails in Princeton are: View all hiking trails sorted by popularity score.
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What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Princeton?
The best trail running trails in Princeton are: View all trail running trails sorted by popularity score.
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What are the best & highest rated dirtbiking trails in Princeton?
The best dirtbiking trails in Princeton are: View all dirtbiking trails sorted by popularity score.
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How many trails are in Princeton?
Princeton has a total of 124 trails. Of those, 52 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in Princeton to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
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Which trail has the most elevation gain in Princeton?
The trail with the most elevation gain in Princeton is Fun Trail with 1,026 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
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Which trail has the most elevation descent in Princeton?
The trail with the most elevation descent in Princeton is Lower Rail Trail with 1,782 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
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What activities are most popular in Princeton?
Princeton supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Gravel Biking, Adaptive Biking, Horseback, Hiking, Trail Running, Dirtbiking, ATVing/Offroading, Snowmobiling, Snowshoeing, Skiing, Backcountry Skiing, Nordic Skiing.
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What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Princeton?
The steepest mountain biking trail in Princeton is Grassland Climb with an average grade of 6.4%. View all trails sorted by grade.
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Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Princeton?
Yes, there are 4 scenic viewpoints marked along trails in Princeton. 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 Princeton?
The overall region status for Princeton is Clear / Green. Out of 15 trails:
- Clear / Green: 14
- Significant Issue / Amber: 1
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Can I ride an ebike in Princeton?
Yes, Princeton supports e-bike riding. There are 22 trails in Princeton 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 Princeton?
The most popular mountain biking routes in Princeton are: View all mountain biking routes in Princeton.
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What is the highest summit in Princeton?
The highest summit in Princeton is Flat Top Mountain at 7,418 ft elevation.
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What are the top sights to see in Princeton?
There are 2 notable sights in Princeton. Some of the top sights include: Explore all points of interest in Princeton.
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What are the most popular Strava Segments in Princeton?
The most popular Strava segments in Princeton are:
- Rail Trail Part 1 (40 athletes)
- Rail Trail Part 2 (39 athletes)
- Fireman Trail downhill (38 athletes)
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Are there accessible or adaptive trails in Princeton?
Yes, there are 3 accessible/adaptive trails in Princeton. View all adaptive trails in Princeton for specific accessibility information.
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Are there local clubs or events in Princeton?
There are 1 local clubs or associations listed in the Princeton directory. Browse the local directory for details.
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What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Princeton?
The most popular mountain biking trails in Princeton are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by popularity.
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What are the best beginner ride trails in Princeton?
The best beginner mountain biking trails in Princeton are:
- Deer Valley (3.5/5)
- I'll Loop (0/5)
- China Loop (0/5)
Activities
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- Princeton Snowmobiling Trails
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- Princeton Skiing Trails
- Princeton Backcountry Skiing Trails
- Princeton Nordic Skiing Trails
Trails
Points of Interest
- Link Lake Recreation Camp site Camping
- Olivine Mountain Summit
- Granite Mountain Summit
- Blackeye's Plateau Camp Camping
- Horseguard Camp Camping
- Bare Tree Cabin
- Sunrise Blind Cabin
- Noon Blind Cabin
- Chain Lake West Camping
- China Ridge Hut Viewpoint
- Flat Top Mountain (7,418 ft)
- Placer Mountain (7,244 ft)
- Mara Peak (5,892 ft)
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