8.5 miles
Distance
1,594 ft
Climb
-1,600 ft
Descent
1,974 ft
High Point
loop for ride with max, tour of area
Detailed Description
Max Loop is a 9 mile popular intermediate route located near Parksville British Columbia. This mountain bike only route can be used one direction and has a moderate overall physical rating. This route includes 18 trails. This route climbs 1,594 ft with a max elevation of 1,974 ft then descends -1,600 ft.
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Trails in Route
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Primary ActivityMountain Bike
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Difficulty ratingBlue
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Route TypeLoop
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eBike Allowed
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Bike typeAM
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DirectionOne Direction
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Physical ratingModerate
More Stats for Max Loop mountain bike route
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Avg time2 hr 41 min
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Altitude min462 ft
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Altitude start469 ft
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Altitude end466 ft
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Grade max-48.7%
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Grade min53.9%
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Distance climb4 miles
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Distance down4 miles
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Distance flat3,212 ft
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Hammerfest 2025 Island Cup Enduro Race #2
trail: Walrus Lower
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May 16, 2025
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