17.7 miles
Distance
1,900 ft
Climb
-1,903 ft
Descent
4,115 ft
High Point
-3 ft
Altitude change
3,084 ft
Altitude min
3,701 ft
Altitude start
3,698 ft
Altitude end
-34%
Grade max
52.9%
Grade min
7 miles
Distance climb
9 miles
Distance down
1 mile
Distance flat

3 downhills - only 2 climbs. 3-4-2

Detailed Description
3-4-2 is a 18 mile less popular intermediate route located near Nevada City California. This mountain bike only route can be used one direction and has a moderate overall physical rating. This route includes 31 trails. This route climbs 1,900 ft with a max elevation of 4,115 ft then descends -1,903 ft.

Trail Issues on Route

  • Minor Issue / Yellow: 2 trails (newest: May 19, 2026)
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Stats

  • Distance
    18 miles
  • Avg time
    2 hr 34 min
  • Altitude min
    3,084 ft
  • Altitude start
    3,701 ft
  • Altitude end
    3,698 ft
  • Climb
    1,900 ft
  • Descent
    -1,903 ft
  • Grade max
    -34%
  • Grade min
    52.9%
  • Distance climb
    7 miles
  • Distance down
    9 miles
  • Distance flat
    1 mile

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    Mountain Bike
  • Difficulty rating
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  • Route Type
    Loop
  • Bike type
    AM
  • Direction
    One Direction
  • Physical rating
    Moderate
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    Tree down on Scotts Flat Trail Jan 31 2026
    Tree down on Scotts Flat Trail Jan 31 2026
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    Recent Trail Reports Along Route

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    Pioneer Trail (Conservation to Market)
    May 31, 2026 @ 12:23pm (America/Boise)
    May 31, 2026
    There is typical ponding but dry navigable routes abound.
    Hoot Trail
    May 31, 2026 @ 10:59am (America/Los_Angeles)
    May 31, 2026
    This trail is great! It would benefit from signage at the start and for the climb in from harmony trail.
    Rock Creek Road
    May 19, 2026 @ 4:02pm (America/Los_Angeles)
    May 19, 2026
    Large tree across the road just as the climb starts. Can almost ride under it.
    Pfeiffer Trail
    Apr 14, 2026 @ 2:59pm (America/Boise)
    Apr 14, 2026
    Debris humps from water run-off. Some slickness. Very ridable
    Scotts Flat Trail
    Mar 22, 2026 @ 8:12am (America/Los_Angeles)
    Mar 22, 2026
    Downed trees are all cleared.
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    • By ZacdillowTF Pro & contributors
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