11.5 miles
Distance
2,974 ft
Climb
-2,967 ft
Descent
3,002 ft
High Point
7 ft
Altitude change
681 ft
Altitude min
681 ft
Altitude start
689 ft
Altitude end
-92%
Grade max
79.4%
Grade min
6 miles
Distance climb
5 miles
Distance down
3,583 ft
Distance flat

Loved this ride Climbing all the way to the top is a haul, but actually not too bad if you take it slow and steady. Upper Powersmart is intense - very rocky with lots of drops and loose baby heads. Full face for sure. If you’re not into raw and intense riding take Meadow of the Grizzly to Short Cut and then link up with IMBA Smart. The highlight of this ride is Fred. Flowy, steep, some techy features and all around awesome.

Detailed Description
Diamond Head Big Loop is a 11 mile popular intermediate route located near Squamish British Columbia. This mountain bike only route. This route includes 13 trails. This route climbs 2,974 ft with a max elevation of 3,002 ft then descends -2,967 ft.
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Stats

  • Distance
    11 miles
  • Avg time
    2 hr 18 min
  • Altitude change
    7 ft
  • Altitude min
    681 ft
  • Altitude start
    681 ft
  • Altitude end
    689 ft
  • Climb
    2,974 ft
  • Descent
    -2,967 ft
  • Grade max
    -92%
  • Grade min
    79.4%
  • Distance climb
    6 miles
  • Distance down
    5 miles
  • Distance flat
    3,583 ft

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