9.9 miles
Distance
1,562 ft
Climb
-1,559 ft
Descent
2 miles
High Point
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The Emerald Mountain Epic, formerly known as the Steamboat Stinger, provides a challenging backcountry race experience showcasing some of Steamboat Springs' finest singletrack. The race benefits two local nonprofits: Partners in Routt County and Routt County Riders. Emerald Mountain Epic's mission is to host Steamboat's premier singletrack race experience. We are a charity event that challenges racers to compete at their personal best while promoting safety, fun, camaraderie and community. In our Virtual Event options, we are offering shorter distances than our typical race routes, including a 10-mile option.

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2020 EMERALD MOUNTAIN EPIC PRESENTED BY HONEY STINGER 10-Mile is a 10 mile intermediate race route located near Steamboat Springs Colorado. This mountain bike primary route. This route includes 6 trails. This route climbs 1,562 ft with a max elevation of 8,210 ft then descends -1,559 ft.
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Trails in Route

Orton2,854 ft
Stairway to Heaven (Lower)965 ft
Wild Rose1 mile
Root Canal1,762 ft
NPR2 miles
Lupine2,474 ft

Details

  • Race Course
  • Race Date
    Saturday August 8, 2020 at 12:00am
  • Riding area
  • Primary Activity
    Mountain Bike
  • Other Activities
    • Trail Running
  • Difficulty rating
    Blue
  • Route Type
    Loop
  • Ridelogs
    2
More Stats for 2020 EMERALD MOUNTAIN EPIC PRESENTED BY HONEY STINGER 10-Mile mountain bike route
  • Avg time
    3 hr 37 min
  • Altitude min
    6,717 ft
  • Altitude start
    6,720 ft
  • Altitude end
    6,722 ft
  • Grade max
    -52.3%
  • Grade min
    30.9%
  • Distance climb
    5 miles
  • Distance down
    5 miles
  • Distance flat
    2,149 ft
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NPR MTB Trail Steamboat Springs CO
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Recent Trail Reports Along Route

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Orton
Oct 20, 2024 @ 2:29pm
Oct 20, 2024
Wild Rose
Oct 18, 2024 @ 1:50pm
Oct 18, 2024
Downed tree
Lupine
Aug 31, 2024 @ 1:13pm
Aug 31, 2024
Root Canal
Aug 5, 2024 @ 9:03am
Aug 5, 2024
Actually has dirt on it, as compared to most of Emerald these days.
Stairway to Heaven (Lower)
Aug 5, 2024 @ 9:03am
Aug 5, 2024
Very very dry!
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