7.5 miles
Distance
375 ft
Climb
-544 ft
Descent
2,215 ft
High Point
-168 ft
Altitude change
2,028 ft
Altitude min
2,215 ft
Altitude start
2,047 ft
Altitude end
-0.4%
Grade
-22.1%
Grade max
20.2%
Grade min
2 miles
Distance climb
3 miles
Distance down
2 miles
Distance flat

My route from the University hospital back home

Detailed Description
The U is a 7 mile popular easiest route located near Edmonton Alberta. This mountain bike only route. This route includes 12 trails. This route climbs 375 ft with a max elevation of 2,215 ft then descends -544 ft.

Trail Issues on Route

  • Minor Issue / Yellow: 2 trails (newest: Sep 3, 2026)
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Stats

  • Distance
    7 miles
  • Altitude change
    -168 ft
  • Altitude min
    2,028 ft
  • Altitude start
    2,215 ft
  • Altitude end
    2,047 ft
  • Climb
    375 ft
  • Descent
    -544 ft
  • Grade
    -0.4%
  • Grade max
    -22.1%
  • Grade min
    20.2%
  • Distance climb
    2 miles
  • Distance down
    3 miles
  • Distance flat
    2 miles

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