4.3 miles
Distance
109 ft
Climb
-107 ft
Descent
393 ft
High Point

A semi-technical route around 6.5-6.8k in length.

Detailed Description
Backyard Loop is a 4 mile less popular easy route located near Nepean Ontario. This trail running only route. This route includes 10 trails. This route climbs 109 ft with a max elevation of 393 ft then descends -107 ft.
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  • Riding area
  • Primary Activity
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  • Difficulty rating
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  • Ridelogs
    4
More Stats for Backyard Loop mountain bike route
  • Avg time
    53 min 0 sec
  • Altitude change
    2 ft
  • Altitude min
    337 ft
  • Altitude start
    357 ft
  • Altitude end
    361 ft
  • Grade max
    -7.8%
  • Grade min
    8.4%
  • Distance climb
    1 mile
  • Distance down
    2 miles
  • Distance flat
    1 mile
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