4.8 miles
Distance
197 ft
Climb
-203 ft
Descent
3,554 ft
High Point
Welcome to Fish Creek - Trail maintained in part by the Calgary Mountain Bike Alliance (CMBA). This is a short loop that will satisfy both beginner and intermediate riders. You'll roll through the heart of the West end of Fish Creek which is very forested and has lovely scenery including the creek itself and much wildlife. Most trails are rated for beginners but there are a few sections that will require some technical riding skills. The loop is best accessed from Bebo Grove parking lot and ridden in a clockwise direction. Note that these trails are multi0use and that good trail etiquette should be followed.
Detailed Description
#RideCMBA Fish Creek Short Loop is a 5 mile popular easy route located near Calgary Alberta. This mountain bike primary route can be used both directions and has a easy overall physical rating. This route includes 6 trails. This route climbs 197 ft with a max elevation of 3,554 ft then descends -203 ft.
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4 Reviews & Comments
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RubyZ
(Sep 12, 2020 at 16:58)
Trail Crescent
The mud crossings ladders are too short for the pits, makeshift plywood is a poor substitute. A nice beginner trail if you don’t mind walking through large mud holes.
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Trail Double Down
Although it says both directions, for enjoyment and safety, only do it in the SW to NE direction.
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Trails in Route
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Riding area
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Primary ActivityMountain Bike
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Other Activities
- Hike
- Trail Running
- Snowshoe
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Difficulty ratingGreen
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Route TypeLoop
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eBike Allowed
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Bike typeAM, XC
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DirectionBoth Directions
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Physical ratingEasy
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More Stats for #RideCMBA Fish Creek Short Loop mountain bike route
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Altitude min3,463 ft
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Altitude start3,490 ft
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Altitude end3,484 ft
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Grade max-17.6%
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Grade min18.2%
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Distance climb2 miles
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Distance down2 miles
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Distance flat1 mile
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5 year old dirt devil on Double Down, Fish Creek
trail: Double Down
5:02 | 387 | comments: 0 | favs:
Sep 6, 2021

5 year old on the Crescent bridge wet and dry conditions
trail: Crescent
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Sep 6, 2021
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