5.5 miles
Distance
719 ft
Climb
-733 ft
Descent
4,958 ft
High Point

Winter single track fat bike loop (2015-2016) as designated by Canmore Nordic Centre. When crossing XC ski trails, please ensure to yield to any skiers.

Detailed Description
Canmore Nordic Centre (Winter Loop) is a 6 mile popular intermediate route located near Canmore Alberta. This mountain bike only route can be used both directions and has a moderate overall physical rating. This route includes 4 trails. This route climbs 719 ft with a max elevation of 4,958 ft then descends -733 ft.

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Trails in Route

Orchid2,113 ft
EKG3 miles
EKG East4,839 ft
Laundry Chutes285 ft

Details

  • Riding area
    Canmore Nordic Centre
  • Primary Activity
    Mountain Bike
  • Difficulty rating
    Blue
  • Route Type
    Loop
  • Bike type
    AM, XC
  • Direction
    Both Directions
  • Physical rating
    Moderate
  • Ridelogs
    10
More Stats for Canmore Nordic Centre (Winter Loop) mountain bike route
  • Avg time
    1 hr 15 min
  • Altitude min
    4,478 ft
  • Altitude start
    4,637 ft
  • Altitude end
    4,626 ft
  • Grade max
    -30.2%
  • Grade min
    23%
  • Distance climb
    2 miles
  • Distance down
    2 miles
  • Distance flat
    3,891 ft
Avg: 3.35 (4 votes)
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youtuber Canmore Nordic Center Mountain Bike Trail Gems
Canmore Nordic Center Mountain Bike Trail Gems
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Recent Trail Reports Along Route

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Orchid
Mar 15, 2025 @ 11:00am
Mar 15, 2025
No track breaking trails.
EKG East
Mar 15, 2025 @ 11:00am
Mar 15, 2025
Sugary snow mostly packed by other riders looks like it was machine pack a few days ago could use more packing with machine.
EKG
Sep 22, 2024 @ 11:33am
Sep 22, 2024
Laundry Chutes
Jul 27, 2024 @ 10:19am
Jul 27, 2024
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