20.2 miles
Distance
2,405 ft
Climb
-2,402 ft
Descent
5,244 ft
High Point
3 ft
Altitude change
3,451 ft
Altitude min
3,451 ft
Altitude start
3,455 ft
Altitude end
-73.4%
Grade max
50.5%
Grade min
9 miles
Distance climb
10 miles
Distance down
5,233 ft
Distance flat

Lower Gun Creek Trailhead to Spruce Lake and back

Detailed Description
Spruce Lake Loop is a 20 mile intermediate route located near Gold Bridge British Columbia. This mountain bike only route. This route includes 2 trails. This route climbs 2,405 ft with a max elevation of 5,244 ft then descends -2,402 ft.
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Stats

  • Distance
    20 miles
  • Altitude change
    3 ft
  • Altitude min
    3,451 ft
  • Altitude start
    3,451 ft
  • Altitude end
    3,455 ft
  • Climb
    2,405 ft
  • Descent
    -2,402 ft
  • Grade max
    -73.4%
  • Grade min
    50.5%
  • Distance climb
    9 miles
  • Distance down
    10 miles
  • Distance flat
    5,233 ft

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    Lower Gun Creek Trail (Jewel to Spruce)
    Jun 21, 2026 @ 12:09pm (America/Vancouver)
    Jun 21, 2026
    		Jewel Bridge is now open. Trail was cleared of all deadfalls by Tyax Adventures and local wranglers. Brush work has been conducted between the 2 upper bridges. Stay safe and have a great summer of riding! – Tyax Adventures Crew
    Mid Grasslands Trail
    Jun 21, 2026 @ 12:06pm (America/Vancouver)
    Jun 21, 2026
    		Around 80+ deadfalls were cleared by Tyax Adventure between Warner Lake dock, Lower Grassland and Mid-Grassland on June 16-17. Mid Gun Creek below Lower Grassland has not been cleared. Stay safe & enjoy a great summer of riding! -Tyax Adventures Crew
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