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      The Three Stage trails are extremely susceptible to damage in wet conditions. If you find that the trails are muddy, please turn around and come back another day. Do not deviate from the main path to avoid braiding of trails. Keep singletrack single

      Three Stage is a network of 40+ km of mostly advanced single track. There is a wide variety of terrain at Three Stage, everything from 10+ minute flowing descents to rolling hills and even some flat single track. Within a two-hour ride it is possible to ride five different forest types from wide-open hardwood to tightly spaced cedars, creating a feeling of riding totally different trail networks on your ride. The trails are on a clay base so things can get a little sideways in the wet and the rocks will be just as unforgiving even in the dry.

      The trails at Three Stage are mostly unmarked and can be difficult to navigate unless you have a keen sense of direction. Finding a local to tag along with is usually your best bet for not getting lost. Three Stage is accessible from six trail access points. four of the access points are located on the 6th Side Road at the top of the Escarpment and the other two are at the bottom off of the 33/34-Side Road/ Pretty River Road at the bottom of the park. The main access is located at the 6th Line and 2nd Side Road.

      The trails at Three Stage are built and maintained by local riders so please respect the trails and pick up any garbage and downed logs. If using Strava, follow the trail and do not cut corners. If you are unable to ride a section of trail walk your bike, do not create a ride around.
      Primary Trail Type: Cross-Country
      eBikes Allowed: Yes
      Shuttleable: YES
      AKA: Pretty River Valley Provincial Park
      Land Status: Provincial Park
      Land Manager: Ontario Parks
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      Stats

      Avg Trail Rating
      Trails (view details)
      69
      Trails Mountain Bike
      68
      Trails E-Bike
      68
      Trails Gravel Bike
      7
      Trails Adaptive Bike
      8
      Trails Winter Fat Bike
      8
      Trails Hike
      69
      Trails Trail Running
      69
      Trails Snowmobile
      2
      Trails Snowshoe
      68
      Trails Nordic Ski
      3
      Total Distance
      35 miles
      Total Descent
      4,021 ft
      Total Vertical
      885 ft
      Highest Trailhead
      1,769 ft
      Reports
      2,581
      Photos
      360
      Completed Counter
      45,705

      Popular Three Stage Mountain Biking Trails

      • 100 ★ 4.2 • 2,772 ft • 27 ft • 1,356 •
      Perfect warm up for the rest of your ride. A flowing segment with some moderate climbs and downhill sections. Fairly smooth sailing except for a few roots and rocks. You will encounter traffic in both directions on this trail but the...
      • 100 ★ 4.3 • 2,566 ft • 82 ft • 1,183 •
      Ridge Run tracks along the edge of the Pretty River Valley. There are a couple of shorty, punchy climbs, but the majority of the trail is winding singletrack with roots and rocks interspersed. There are also some off camber sections...
      • 100 ★ 4.7 • 2,037 ft • 52 ft • 1,175 •
      Flowing singletrack with a few punchy climbs and quick descents. Technical trail surface with a mix of rocks and roots. The key trail feature is a steep, short downhill section at the West end of the trail very close to the entrance off...
      • 100 ★ 2.6 • 1,476 ft • 24 ft • 1,168 •
      Basically an access type road with aggregate so although it is straight and not very interesting, it has traction to climb when clay based trails don't.
      • 100 ★ 4.0 • 896 ft • 0 ft • 1,128 •
      Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions and has a easy overall physical rating. On average it takes 2 minutes to complete this trail.
      • 100 ★ 4.4 • 2,562 ft • 26 ft • 1,062 •
      Rough singletrack with a short, fairly technical climb followed by a steep, rocky and rooty downhill section to help you carry speed back out to the parking lot. The vast majority of traffic on this trail is heading back out to the...
      • 100 ★ 4.5 • 3,607 ft • 48 ft • 990 •
      Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions and has a easy overall physical rating with a 48 ft green climb. On average it takes 5 minutes to complete this trail.
      • 95 ★ 3.9 • 2,300 ft • 27 ft • 949 •
      Twisty and technical singletrack without many major changes in elevations or prolonged climbs. The majority of the trail will keep you at a steady pace as you navigate the roots and rocks.

      Recent Ride Log Activity in Region

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      Three Stage Mountain Bike Routes

      ★ 5.0 • 12 miles • 1,523 ft • 32 •
      East Loop, Switchbacks to Cumming Go loop, Oopsy Daisy to ridge run loop. S-B-S: Small-Big-Small.
      ★ 4.8 • 7 miles • 597 ft • 33 • Out & Back •
      This route contains some of the more popular three stage trails. It is a relatively flowy route for three...
      ★ 5.0 • 7 miles • 1,021 ft • 16 • Loop •
      Enduro style loop. Single track downhill to bottom. Pretty River Climb back to top.
      ★ 5.0 • 8 miles • 731 ft • 19 • Loop •
      15km 3 stage trial loop. hard hill climb finisher
      ★ 4.0 • 6 miles • 310 ft • 21 • Loop •
      mostly blue with a few rock gardens here and there. lots of blue trails branching out.
      15 miles • 1,307 ft • 27 •
      Challenge yourself on some of the best trails in the network. Experienced riders will appreciate the...

      Photos of Three Stage Mountain Bike

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      Videos of Three Stage Mountain Bike

      Matt Macduff - OTH 7 - Plaza Session
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      2011 Jamis Sixfifty B1
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      0:15 | 298 | Mar 4, 2013
      Kiwanis skate park
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      0:06 | 76 | Oct 2, 2012
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      0:18 | 405 | Sep 24, 2012
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      Jacob and Tanner - MeadowLilly
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      2:11 | 832 | Aug 21, 2012
      Goon sesh
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      0:22 | 348 | Jul 24, 2012
      Freecoaster help?
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      0:18 | 515 | Mar 8, 2012

      Current Trail Warnings

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      Oct 25, 2026 @ 3:39pm (America/Toronto)
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      Recent Comments

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      Activity Type Stats

      activitytypetrailsdistancedescentdescent distancetotal verticalratingglobal rankstate rankphotosreportsroutesactivity logs
      Mountain Bike6834 miles3,921 ft12 miles886 ft
      #225#183222,5811620,822
      E-Bike6835 miles4,019 ft13 miles886 ft
      #2,469#872,3481410
      Gravel Bike76 miles377 ft2 miles814 ft
      #98#3136112
      Adaptive Bike810 miles748 ft2 miles814 ft
      #103#61431
      Winter Fat Bike811 miles820 ft3 miles820 ft
      #5#14169
      Hike6935 miles4,019 ft13 miles886 ft
      #376#9322,58021,560
      Trail Running6935 miles4,019 ft13 miles886 ft
      #3,174#262,5802581
      Snowmobile25 miles190 ft1 mile771 ft
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      Snowshoe6833 miles3,907 ft12 miles886 ft
      #227#122021130
      Nordic Ski33 miles315 ft1 mile640 ft
      #449#201153

      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Three Stage?
      The highest rated mountain biking trails in Three Stage are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by rating.
      ▼ What is the best time of the year to ride in Three Stage?
      Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride in Three Stage are:
      • July (499 activities)
      • August (432 activities)
      • June (390 activities)
      Check the Three Stage reports page for current trail conditions, recent trail reports, and seasonal information from the local community.
      ▼ Where can I park to ride in Three Stage?
      There are 5 parking locations listed in Three Stage. 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 Three Stage?
      The longest trail in Three Stage is Bruce Trail at 3.5 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
      ▼ What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Three Stage?
      ▼ What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Three Stage?
      ▼ How many trails are in Three Stage?
      Three Stage has a total of 69 trails. Of those, 68 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in Three Stage to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
      ▼ Which trail has the most elevation gain in Three Stage?
      The trail with the most elevation gain in Three Stage is Bruce Trail with 1,058 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
      ▼ Which trail has the most elevation descent in Three Stage?
      The trail with the most elevation descent in Three Stage is Bruce Trail with 371 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
      ▼ What activities are most popular in Three Stage?
      Three Stage supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Gravel Biking, Winter Fat Biking, Hiking, Trail Running, Snowshoeing, Backcountry Skiing, Nordic Skiing.
      ▼ What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Three Stage?
      The steepest mountain biking trail in Three Stage is Purgatory Access with an average grade of 12.1%. View all trails sorted by grade.
      ▼ Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Three Stage?
      Yes, there are 1 scenic viewpoints marked along trails in Three Stage. Some popular viewpoints include: Explore more points of interest to find trails with the best views.
      ▼ What trails have the biggest jumps in Three Stage?
      The trails with the biggest jumps in Three Stage are: Browse all mountain bike trails to find trails with jumps and technical features.
      ▼ Are the trails open in Three Stage?
      The overall region status for Three Stage is Minor Issue / Yellow. Out of 78 trails:
      • Clear / Green: 45
      • Minor Issue / Yellow: 12
      • Significant Issue / Amber: 6
      • Closed: 15
      View the full trail status page for the latest updates.
      ▼ Can I ride an ebike in Three Stage?
      Yes, Three Stage supports e-bike riding. There are 85 trails in Three Stage 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 Three Stage?
      ▼ What type of bike is most common in Three Stage?
      Based on activity log data, the most common bike types used in Three Stage are:
      • AM (121 activities)
      • XC (30 activities)
      • Fat (4 activities)
      • DH (2 activities)
      • CX (1 activities)
      Check the Three Stage activity logs for more details.
      ▼ What are the most popular Strava Segments in Three Stage?
      The most popular Strava segments in Three Stage are:
      • flow - just the tip (2,745 athletes)
      • Big Finish Brucey (1,835 athletes)
      • Highest Point Climb (1,533 athletes)
      View all Strava segments in Three Stage.
      ▼ What are some popular technical trail features in Three Stage?
      There are 1 technical trail features (TTFs) in Three Stage. Some popular features include: View all technical trail features in Three Stage.
      ▼ What trails are closed in Three Stage?
      There are currently 15 closed trails in Three Stage. The breakdown of all trail statuses is:
      • Clear / Green: 45
      • Minor Issue / Yellow: 12
      • Significant Issue / Amber: 6
      • Closed: 15
      View all closed trails for the latest updates.
      ▼ What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Three Stage?
      ▼ What are the best beginner ride trails in Three Stage?
      The best beginner mountain biking trails in Three Stage are: View all beginner mountain biking trails in Three Stage.
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