7-27 Loop from the 2KM Parking Lot route

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More Stats for 7-27 Loop from the 2KM Parking Lot mountain bike route

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More Stats for 7-27 Loop from the 2KM Parking Lot mountain bike route

4.8 miles

Distance

934 ft

Climb

-947 ft

Descent

1 mile

High Point

Perhaps the most gentle way to access 7-27 without shuttle access or riding the road. Half the climbing before the DH and half after.

Detailed Description

7-27 Loop from the 2KM Parking Lot is a 5 mile moderately popular intermediate route located near Bragg Creek Alberta. This mountain bike primary route can be used one direction and has a moderate overall physical rating. This route includes 4 trails. This route climbs 934 ft with a max elevation of 5,682 ft then descends -947 ft.

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odbrider

(Jul 29, 2021 at 18:54)

Trail Pneuma

Awesome challenging uphill trail... way better than sucking up dust on the road... last downhill section to moosepackers will keep you on your toes ... extremely jagged rock sections.. pick your lines wisely... you do not want to eat it this far in

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toyota1

(Jun 1, 2021 at 15:33)

Trail Pneuma

Never had more fun on a climb. Steep, rooted switchbacks and some tech climbing make this earn its black diamond status. If you spin circles, not pistons, then you’ll still have legs when you reach the top.

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kelsaygault

(Aug 29, 2020 at 21:53)

Trail Pneuma

I rode down Hotlaps up Pneuma and it was awesome! Some good root features and awesome corners to practice on for me. The trail is in good condition. There is a bridge that is wide, but would recommend walking if you’re not comfortable with a big drop...there’s a quick climb after it as well so would get some speed to stay balanced and climb clean up.

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CSharp (Aug 28, 2020 at 9:05)

Trail Pneuma

I concur, this is one of the best technical climbing trails. Some people hate this trail and prefer to ride the gravel road. I prefer to ride this up to the top (past Special K), even if I have to push my bike up the boulders in a couple of small steep sections. Way better than sucking up gravel dust when trucks speed past you. The technical switchbacks are just awesome!

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Backpocket

(Aug 20, 2020 at 8:24)

Trail 7-27

Fast, flowing, and fun — good vibes the entire trail!

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jameslange

(Jun 26, 2020 at 7:19)

Trail Pneuma

A great climbing trail. The trail is consistently challenging but enjoyable up to the intersection with Special-K. After that it gets very rocky and is a little beyond my abilities as an intermediate rider. The very last section becomes a downhill that is very rocky and was beyond my comfort level at points, especially since I was riding alone.

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gingerbbm

(Jun 20, 2020 at 20:15)

Trail Pneuma

Greasy and slimey at the bottom and various points on the way up. Back tyre typewritering all over the place on those roots!

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mhaberli

(Jun 12, 2019 at 12:46)

Trail Pneuma

Trail is dry and in great condition!

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Deinarson

(Jun 10, 2019 at 15:24)

Trail Sulphur Springs

Some great views up here!

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Deinarson

(Jun 10, 2019 at 15:24)

Trail Sulphur Springs

Some great views up here!

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Uthrid (Jun 7, 2019 at 19:42)

Trail 7-27

An absolutely amazing trail both wet and dry. Fast and flowing, my favourite downhill trail so far.

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douglasmurraymacdonald

(Apr 19, 2019 at 7:14)

Trail Pneuma

Rode April 18th. Overall trail is in good shape with spots still shaded so some patches of ice and snow. DEEP snow at the compressor station.

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ericW2 (Nov 4, 2018 at 14:54)

Trail Pneuma

Sure beat riding the road up

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djodadof2

(Aug 7, 2018 at 20:25)

Trail Pneuma

Superb climbing trail. Don't suffer through Sulfur Springs or the road (shudder), take this up and you'll enjoy the climb almost as much as the ride down Race of Spades or Family Guy.

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boyblue1973 (May 24, 2017 at 8:48)

Trail Pneuma

Snow packed and muddy.

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bproch (Jul 4, 2016 at 23:00)

Trail Pneuma

First half going up to 727 is nice and easy single track. After 727 gets a steeper and a tad more technical. Overall a great climb beats the road unless your shuttling!!

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bikepirate99 (May 27, 2016 at 21:28)

Trail 7-27

Where do you park your car? I am planning to go ride the down hill trails this weekend for the first time ever but don't know how I will climb up the hills with my santa cruz down hill bike once I have already gone down.

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Ducimus

(May 2, 2016 at 15:18)

Trail 7-27

A great ride. They put a lot of work into building this trail.

When the trail ended at Sulphur Springs I took a left turn rolled/peddled back down to Hwy 1.

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gwest

(Apr 28, 2016 at 11:59)

Trail 7-27

Stoked to give this a rip!

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Riding area

Prairie Mountain
Primary Activity

Mountain Bike
Other Activities
- E-Bike
Difficulty rating

Blue
Route Type

Loop
eBike Allowed

Yes
Bike type

AM, XC
Direction

One Direction
Physical rating

Moderate
Ridelogs

2

Altitude min

4,915 ft
Altitude start

5,362 ft
Altitude end

5,348 ft
Grade

-0.1%
Grade max

-54.5%
Grade min

44.7%
Distance climb

2 miles
Distance down

2 miles
Distance flat

1,240 ft

trail	date	description
7-27	Jan 15, 2023 @ 4:28am Jan 15, 2023
Pneuma	Dec 31, 2022 @ 1:45pm Dec 31, 2022	Didn't actually ride Pneuma, BUT took a look at every trail crossing and where it got close to the road, and it looks like it has had zero traffic for at least two snowfalls. No visible bike tracks at all.
Sulphur Springs	Dec 31, 2022 @ 1:37pm Dec 31, 2022	From the junction with Elbow Valley to the road, the snow is lumpy but manageable. No ice to speak of.

Sulphur Springs

Sulphur Springs