30.0 miles
Distance
4,597 ft
Climb
-4,598 ft
Descent
1,652 ft
High Point
-3 ft
Altitude change
114 ft
Altitude min
265 ft
Altitude start
262 ft
Altitude end
-73.5%
Grade max
35.9%
Grade min
15 miles
Distance climb
13 miles
Distance down
2 miles
Distance flat

A great two summit loop which includes reaching the Summit of Maple Mountain and Mount Tzouhalem

Detailed Description
Maple & Tzou Summit Loop is a 30 mile moderately popular intermediate route located near Duncan British Columbia. This mountain bike only route. This route includes 26 trails. This route climbs 4,597 ft with a max elevation of 1,652 ft then descends -4,598 ft.
Tags
BridgesSummit

Trail Issues on Route

  • Significant Issue / Amber: 2 trails (newest: Feb 4, 2026)

Local Trail Association

Local trail association
Cowichan Trail Stewardship Society (www.cowichantrails.ca)
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Stats

  • Distance
    30 miles
  • Avg time
    8 hr 30 min
  • Altitude change
    -3 ft
  • Altitude min
    114 ft
  • Altitude start
    265 ft
  • Altitude end
    262 ft
  • Climb
    4,597 ft
  • Descent
    -4,598 ft
  • Grade max
    -73.5%
  • Grade min
    35.9%
  • Distance climb
    15 miles
  • Distance down
    13 miles
  • Distance flat
    2 miles

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  • Riding area
  • Primary Activity
    Mountain Bike
  • Difficulty rating
    Blue
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