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28.1 miles
Distance
1,331 ft
Climb
-4,062 ft
Descent
1 mile
High Point
-2,732 ft
Altitude change
2,754 ft
Altitude min
6,093 ft
Altitude start
3,360 ft
Altitude end
-1.8%
Grade
-45.6%
Grade max
22.6%
Grade min
7 miles
Distance climb
19 miles
Distance down
1 mile
Distance flat
The Warner Lake float plane drop is 'The' go to ride in the Chilcotins, it is also officially an IMBA Epic ride. Expect flowing single track and incredible views. This is a long day in the saddle so make sure that you bring lots of water, a Gore-Tex jacket, a paper map of the area, spare parts, tools, food and whatever else you like to bring on all day epic rides.
For a shorter option you can also fly into Spruce Lake. You might also want to leave a vehicle to avoid the final climb at the junction of Tayughton Lake Rd and Gun Creek Road as the final few kilometers up to the lodge can be shattering at the end of a long day in the saddle.
Detailed Description
Warner Lake Float Plane Drop is a highly rated 28 mile popular intermediate route located near South Chilcotin Mountains Provincial Park British Columbia. This mountain bike only route can be used one direction and has a hard overall physical rating. This route includes 15 trails. This route climbs 1,331 ft with a max elevation of 6,135 ft then descends -4,062 ft.
Trail Issues on Route
- Significant Issue / Amber: 1 trail (newest: Sep 20, 2026)
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Distance28 miles
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Avg time1 hr 46 min
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Altitude change-2,732 ft
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Altitude min2,754 ft
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Altitude start6,093 ft
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Altitude end3,360 ft
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Climb1,331 ft
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Descent-4,062 ft
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Grade-1.8%
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Grade max-45.6%
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Grade min22.6%
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Distance climb7 miles
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Distance down19 miles
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Distance flat1 mile
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Difficulty ratingBlue
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Route TypePoint to Point
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Bike typeAM, XC
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DirectionOne Direction
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Physical ratingHard
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