10.1 miles
Distance
2,057 ft
Climb
-1,985 ft
Descent
1,193 ft
High Point
75 ft
Altitude change
246 ft
Altitude min
1,101 ft
Altitude start
1,175 ft
Altitude end
0.1%
Grade
-52.4%
Grade max
47.5%
Grade min
5 miles
Distance climb
5 miles
Distance down
2,470 ft
Distance flat

The Cardiac Race is a cross country race held at Burnaby mountain most recently in 2014. This is a single lap of the race where some do as many as 3 laps.

Detailed Description
Burnaby Long Loop is a 10 mile popular intermediate route located near Burnaby British Columbia. This mountain bike only route can be used one direction and has a moderate overall physical rating. This route includes 19 trails. This route climbs 2,057 ft with a max elevation of 1,193 ft then descends -1,985 ft.

Trail Issues on Route

  • Significant Issue / Amber: 1 trail (newest: Aug 17, 2026)
  • Minor Issue / Yellow: 1 trail (newest: Nov 18, 2024)
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Burnaby Mountain Biking Association
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Stats

  • Distance
    10 miles
  • Avg time
    59 min 50 sec
  • Altitude min
    246 ft
  • Altitude start
    1,101 ft
  • Altitude end
    1,175 ft
  • Climb
    2,057 ft
  • Descent
    -1,985 ft
  • Grade
    0.1%
  • Grade max
    -52.4%
  • Grade min
    47.5%
  • Distance climb
    5 miles
  • Distance down
    5 miles
  • Distance flat
    2,470 ft

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  • Difficulty rating
    Blue
  • Route Type
    Loop
  • Bike type
    XC
  • Direction
    One Direction
  • Physical rating
    Moderate
  • Activity Logs
    21
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