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11.5 miles
Distance
1,410 ft
Climb
-1,408 ft
Descent
937 ft
High Point
632 ft
Altitude min
755 ft
Altitude start
755 ft
Altitude end
-39.1%
Grade max
26.6%
Grade min
6 miles
Distance climb
4 miles
Distance down
1 mile
Distance flat
A great introduction to many of the trails at Concordia Contours.
Detailed Description
The Blue Loop is a 12 mile popular intermediate route located near Knysna. This mountain bike primary route can be used one direction and has a moderate overall physical rating. This route includes 19 trails. This route climbs 1,410 ft with a max elevation of 937 ft then descends -1,408 ft.
Trail Issues on Route
- Closed: 1 trail (newest: Jun 6, 2026)
- Significant Issue / Amber: 1 trail (newest: May 20, 2026)
- Minor Issue / Yellow: 4 trails (newest: Sep 11, 2026)
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Stats
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Distance12 miles
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Avg time2 hr 34 min
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Altitude min632 ft
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Altitude start755 ft
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Altitude end755 ft
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Climb1,410 ft
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Descent-1,408 ft
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Grade max-39.1%
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Grade min26.6%
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Distance climb6 miles
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Distance down4 miles
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Distance flat1 mile
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Trails in Route
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| 486 ft | |||||
| 190 ft | |||||
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| 4,052 ft |
Details
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Riding area
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Primary ActivityMountain Bike
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Other Activities
- E-Bike
- Trail Running
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Difficulty ratingBlue
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Route TypeLoop
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eBike Allowed
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Bike typeAM, XC
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DirectionOne Direction
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Physical ratingModerate
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Trail Conditions
- Unknown
- Snow Groomed
- Snow Packed
- Snow Covered
- Snow Cover Partial
- Freeze/thaw Cycle
- Icy
- Prevalent Mud
- Wet
- Variable
- Ideal
- Dry
- Very Dry
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mtb
Stage 4 Enduro Preview | 2025 Knysna Cycle Tour
trail: Blairwitch v2
3:53 | 90 | comments: 0 | favs:
Jun 30, 2025
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Stage 1 Enduro Preview | 2025 Knysna Cycle Tour
trail: Heroes
3:31 | 58 | comments: 0 | favs:
Jun 30, 2025
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