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SaveRoyston 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 Hiking, Trail Running, Mountain Biking, Gravel Biking, Adaptive Biking, E-Biking and Winter Fat Biking. Popular destinations include Chinook Forest Woodlands.
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- Mountain Bike
24 trails
- E-Bike
4 trails
- Gravel Bike
9 trails
- Adaptive Bike
6 trails
- Winter Fat Bike
3 trails
- Hike
37 trails
- Trail Running
37 trails
Region Details
- 3
- 12
- 9
Region Status
Caution as of Aug 14, 2026Local Trail Association
Stats
- Avg Trail Rating
- Trails (view details)
- 38
- Trails Mountain Bike
- 24
- Trails E-Bike
- 4
- Trails Gravel Bike
- 9
- Trails Adaptive Bike
- 6
- Trails Winter Fat Bike
- 3
- Trails Horse
- 1
- Trails Hike
- 37
- Trails Trail Running
- 37
- Trails Dirtbike/Moto
- 1
- Total Distance
- 25 miles
- Total Descent
- 2,256 ft
- Total Vertical
- 401 ft
- Highest Trailhead
- 468 ft
- Reports
- 265
- Photos
- 106
- Completed Counter
- 2,427
Sub Regions
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Chinook Forest Woodlands
- 12
- 9
Popular Royston Mountain Biking Trails
• 90 ★ 4.0 • 2 miles • 454 ft • 139 •
Nice trail that follows the Trent River Canyon. There's a nice bench to rest and take in the view of the river below.
• 65 ★ 2.8 • 3 miles • 220 ft • 126 •
Mix between ATV and logging road. Meanders up to the highway.
• 100 ★ 3.0 • 4,236 ft • 150 ft • 111 •
Nice single track that follows the edge of the Trent River on the North side.
• 75 ★ 4.0 • 3,019 ft • 82 ft • 99 •
Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions. It features skinny. On average it takes 6 minutes to complete this trail.
• 30 ★ 2.6 • 3 miles • 0 ft • 97 •
This greenway was once a busy transportation route for moving coal and trees to markets. From 1888 to the 1950s it served as the Wellington Colliery Railway to carry coal from Cumberland via Royston to the docks in Union Bay. After the...
• 60 ★ 3.0 • 4,307 ft • 27 ft • 85 •
Moderately popular green difficulty doubletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used downhill primary and has a easy overall physical rating with a 27 ft green climb. On average it takes 6 minutes to complete this trail.
• 95 ★ 4.4 • 840 ft • 2 ft • 79 •
Short downhill section shared with ATV's. The middle section is challenging with large roots and rocks on the trail.
Royston Mountain Bike Routes
★ 4.0 • 11 miles • 939 ft • 4 •
A scenic loop up one side of the Trent and down the other. Combines trail, gravel road, quad track, a...
Photos of Royston Mountain Bike
Recent Trail Reports
| status | trail | date | condition | info | user |
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| Briar's | Aug 14, 2026 @ 9:28am (America/Vancouver) Aug 14, 2026 | Unknown | hazelaibbs | ||
| Moe's Misery | May 22, 2026 @ 2:39pm (America/Vancouver) May 22, 2026 | Dry | stephenblender | ||
| Lynx Loop | Jan 5, 2026 @ 3:47pm (America/Vancouver) Jan 5, 2026 | Unknown | theweev | ||
| Me and Er's | May 15, 2024 @ 11:33am May 15, 2024 | Wet | cathyschneider | ||
| Dan's Trail | Feb 19, 2024 @ 1:57pm Feb 19, 2024 | Variable | photogx | ||
| Determination ‘n Patience | Dec 17, 2023 @ 3:23am Dec 17, 2023 | Ideal | campfam | ||
| Lynda's Laugh | Dec 17, 2023 @ 3:23am Dec 17, 2023 | Ideal | campfam | ||
| Moe's access | Nov 7, 2023 @ 1:30pm Nov 7, 2023 | Wet | c7PU0mM | ||
| Cherry e Laine | Nov 7, 2023 @ 1:30pm Nov 7, 2023 | Variable | c7PU0mM | ||
| 10 Swoops | Oct 29, 2022 @ 10:40am Oct 29, 2022 | Ideal | KathyCampbell |
Activity Feed
| username | action | type | title | date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PaulmTnTsw | ridden | trail | activity #103642675 | Sep 12, 2026 @ 11:50am Sep 12, 2026 |
| Aleclikesbiking | ridden | trail | activity #103313302 | Sep 7, 2026 @ 6:04pm Sep 7, 2026 |
| i77avNQC | ridden | trail | activity #103110335 | Sep 5, 2026 @ 10:28am Sep 5, 2026 |
| i77avNQC | wishlist | route | activity #103105748 | Sep 5, 2026 @ 9:41am Sep 5, 2026 |
| dl1001 | wishlist | route | activity #102728700 | Aug 30, 2026 @ 6:14pm Aug 30, 2026 |
Recent Comments
| username | type | title | comment | date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| trail | Mmm mmm mmm mmm mmm mm k mmm kook kook | Jun 5, 2025 @ 7:04pm Jun 5, 2025 | ||
| trail | The trail is clear but there are sections on... | Jan 18, 2025 @ 10:03am Jan 18, 2025 | ||
| report | I'm the one who re-opened the 10 swoops... | Mar 13, 2024 @ 7:45pm Mar 13, 2024 | ||
| trail | It's Me & Ed's.. | Feb 3, 2024 @ 3:34pm Feb 3, 2024 | ||
| trail | Trail Closed. On private property. Sids and... | Oct 14, 2023 @ 10:52am Oct 14, 2023 |
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Epic Ride Descent 2k2 awarded -
Descent 10k Badge4 awarded -
Descent 100k Badge0 awarded
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 | 24 | 23 miles | 2,188 ft | 11 miles | 400 ft | #6,212 | #136 | 92 | 265 | 2 | 2,203 | |
| E-Bike | 4 | 4 miles | 348 ft | 2 miles | 272 ft | #9,138 | #143 | 226 | 1 | 117 | ||
| Gravel Bike | 9 | 10 miles | 850 ft | 6 miles | 377 ft | #2,906 | #99 | 31 | 69 | |||
| Adaptive Bike | 6 | 8 miles | 591 ft | 5 miles | 377 ft | #5,023 | #108 | 31 | ||||
| Winter Fat Bike | 3 | 2 miles | 161 ft | 1 mile | 118 ft | #3,722 | #96 | 97 | ||||
| Horse | 1 | 2 miles | 95 ft | 4,856 ft | 72 ft | 91 | 1 | |||||
| Hike | 37 | 25 miles | 2,244 ft | 11 miles | 400 ft | #6,400 | #133 | 1 | 263 | 1 | 519 | |
| Trail Running | 37 | 25 miles | 2,244 ft | 11 miles | 400 ft | #3,139 | #89 | 11 | 263 | 1 | 1,102 | |
| Dirtbike/Moto | 1 | 1,818 ft | 30 ft | 1,217 ft | 30 ft | 91 | 34 |
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the best places to ride in Royston?
Royston has 1 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
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What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Royston?
The highest rated mountain biking trails in Royston are:
- Moe's Misery (4/5)
- Lynda's Laugh (4/5)
- Lynx Loop (4/5)
- Moe Flow (4/5)
- Raven's Revenge (4/5)
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Where can I park to ride in Royston?
There are 4 parking locations listed in Royston. 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 Royston?
The longest trail in Royston is Me and Er's at 3.2 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
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What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Royston?
The best hiking trails in Royston are: View all hiking trails sorted by popularity score.
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What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Royston?
The best trail running trails in Royston are: View all trail running trails sorted by popularity score.
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How many trails are in Royston?
Royston has a total of 38 trails. Of those, 24 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in Royston to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
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Which trail has the most elevation gain in Royston?
The trail with the most elevation gain in Royston is Moe's Misery with 454 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
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Which trail has the most elevation descent in Royston?
The trail with the most elevation descent in Royston is Moe's Misery with 628 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
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What activities are most popular in Royston?
Royston supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Gravel Biking, Adaptive Biking, Winter Fat Biking, Hiking, Trail Running.
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What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Royston?
The steepest mountain biking trail in Royston is Mom's Trail with an average grade of 3.1%. View all trails sorted by grade.
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Are the trails open in Royston?
The overall region status for Royston is Minor Issue / Yellow. Out of 16 trails:
- Clear / Green: 13
- Minor Issue / Yellow: 2
- Significant Issue / Amber: 1
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Can I ride an ebike in Royston?
Yes, Royston supports e-bike riding. There are 4 trails in Royston 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 Royston?
The most popular mountain biking routes in Royston are: View all mountain biking routes in Royston.
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What are the most popular Strava Segments in Royston?
The most popular Strava segments in Royston are:
- Forest of Arenberg (510 athletes)
- Richey's Rip Down (270 athletes)
- Richey's Rip - Up (186 athletes)
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Are there accessible or adaptive trails in Royston?
Yes, there are 6 accessible/adaptive trails in Royston. View all adaptive trails in Royston for specific accessibility information.
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What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Royston?
The most popular mountain biking trails in Royston are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by popularity.
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What are the best beginner ride trails in Royston?
The best beginner mountain biking trails in Royston are:
- Determination ‘n Patience (3/5)
- Moe Flow (4/5)
- 10 Swoops (3.7/5)
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