9.2 miles
Distance
916 ft
Climb
-932 ft
Descent
1,060 ft
High Point

This is a fun loop with a bit of climbing and descending mixed in.
Challenging slightly - but very rewarding for riders.

Detailed Description
1-1.5 hr XC Loop ) Farside -->Cable is a 9 mile popular intermediate route located near Powell River British Columbia. This mountain bike only route can be used one direction and has a moderate overall physical rating. This route includes 5 trails. This route climbs 916 ft with a max elevation of 1,060 ft then descends -932 ft.
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  • Primary Activity
    Mountain Bike
  • Difficulty rating
    Blue
  • Route Type
    Loop
  • Direction
    One Direction
  • Physical rating
    Moderate
More Stats for 1-1.5 hr XC Loop ) Farside -->Cable mountain bike route
  • Avg time
    2 hr 16 min
  • Altitude min
    640 ft
  • Altitude start
    728 ft
  • Altitude end
    712 ft
  • Grade
    -0%
  • Grade max
    -46.8%
  • Grade min
    30.9%
  • Distance climb
    5 miles
  • Distance down
    4 miles
  • Distance flat
    2,408 ft
Avg: 5 (1 votes)
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4 it
Aug 22, 2024 @ 6:40pm
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Papa Bear
Aug 22, 2024 @ 6:40pm
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Sweetwater
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