15.7 miles
Distance
637 ft
Climb
-624 ft
Descent
175 ft
High Point
11 ft
Altitude change
28 ft
Altitude min
50 ft
Altitude start
62 ft
Altitude end
-19.9%
Grade max
19.9%
Grade min
5 miles
Distance climb
7 miles
Distance down
4 miles
Distance flat

Vehicles may be present on dirt roads/dual tracks.

The Oceanview loop is suitable for beginner riders and experienced walkers on mostly MTB green level (IMBA) singletrack. It showcases Curtis Island’s stunning coastal headlands and diverse ecosystems as you enjoy winding your way along the coast and open woodlands.

Detailed Description
Oceanview Loop Trail is a 16 mile moderately popular easy route located near Gladstone. This mountain bike primary route can be used both directions and has a moderate overall physical rating. This route includes 5 trails. This route climbs 637 ft with a max elevation of 175 ft then descends -624 ft.

Trail Issues on Route

  • Minor Issue / Yellow: 2 trails (newest: Jan 28, 2022)
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Stats

  • Distance
    16 miles
  • Avg time
    2 hr 8 min
  • Altitude min
    28 ft
  • Altitude start
    50 ft
  • Altitude end
    62 ft
  • Climb
    637 ft
  • Descent
    -624 ft
  • Grade max
    -19.9%
  • Grade min
    19.9%
  • Distance climb
    5 miles
  • Distance down
    7 miles
  • Distance flat
    4 miles

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  • Difficulty rating
    Green
  • Route Type
    Loop
  • eBike Allowed
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    XC, CX, Gravel
  • Direction
    Both Directions
  • Physical rating
    Moderate
  • Activity Logs
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    Recent Trail Reports Along Route

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    Oceanview Loop - Trail 1
    Jan 28, 2022 @ 3:21pm
    Jan 28, 2022
    Trailsareexcellent we did trails 1 - 4, this is the best
    Oceanview Loop - Trail 4
    Jan 28, 2022 @ 3:21pm
    Jan 28, 2022
    Oceanview Loop - Trail 3
    Jan 28, 2022 @ 3:21pm
    Jan 28, 2022
    Trail is generally in good condition but as they are ridden regularly a lot of fallen trees and branches. Spiders webs out of control on trails 3 and 4
    Oceanview Loop - Trail 2
    Sep 26, 2021 @ 10:27pm
    Sep 26, 2021
    Lots of soft sand, best ridden east to west
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