7.3 miles
Distance
1,234 ft
Climb
-1,223 ft
Descent
2,947 ft
High Point
10 ft
Altitude change
1,818 ft
Altitude min
1,818 ft
Altitude start
1,827 ft
Altitude end
-31.3%
Grade max
47%
Grade min
3 miles
Distance climb
3 miles
Distance down
3,550 ft
Distance flat

A clockwise loop through the South Canoe Trails which takes in most the trails which have been build in the last few years, this route can be ridden both ways but it defiantly ideal to ride it clockwise.

Detailed Description
New School Loop is a 7 mile popular intermediate route located near Salmon Arm British Columbia. This mountain bike primary route can be used one direction and has a moderate overall physical rating. This route includes 16 trails. This route climbs 1,234 ft with a max elevation of 2,947 ft then descends -1,223 ft.

Trail Issues on Route

  • Significant Issue / Amber: 1 trail (newest: Apr 24, 2026)
  • Minor Issue / Yellow: 2 trails (newest: Nov 6, 2024)
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Stats

  • Distance
    7 miles
  • Avg time
    1 hr 17 min
  • Altitude min
    1,818 ft
  • Altitude start
    1,818 ft
  • Altitude end
    1,827 ft
  • Climb
    1,234 ft
  • Descent
    -1,223 ft
  • Grade max
    -31.3%
  • Grade min
    47%
  • Distance climb
    3 miles
  • Distance down
    3 miles
  • Distance flat
    3,550 ft

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  • Primary Activity
    Mountain Bike
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  • Difficulty rating
    Blue
  • Route Type
    Loop
  • eBike Allowed
  • Direction
    One Direction
  • Physical rating
    Moderate
  • Activity Logs
    8
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