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755 ft
Distance
-103 ft
Descent
00:01:21
Avg time
-105 ft
Altitude change
1,654 ft
Altitude min
1,759 ft
Altitude max
1,759 ft
Altitude start
1,654 ft
Altitude end
-13.9%
Grade
-24.9%
Grade max
-3.9%
Grade min
709 ft
Distance down
43 ft
Distance flat
00:01:21
Avg time

540 DH Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
    • Snowshoe
  • Riding Area
    Three Stage
    The Blue Mountains, Ontario
  • Difficulty Rating
    Double Black Diamond Rate
  • Voted Difficulty
    Black Diamond (2 votes)
  • Local Popularity
    95 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 100 in E-Biking
    • 100 in Trail Running
    • 100 in Hiking
    • 95 in Snowshoeing
  • Global Ranking
    #34292 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #19901 in Trail Running
    • #21947 in Hiking
    • #517 in Snowshoeing
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    DH, AM
  • Direction
    Downhill Primary
  • Climb Difficulty
    Black Diamond
  • Physical Rating
    Extreme
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes
  • TTFs on Trail
    Drop, Jump, Rock Face
  • Ride in Rain
    Yes
  • Land Owner
    Ontario Parks

The 540 DH is a classic staple of Three Stage. A fast, technical, downhill section descending from one of the highest points in the area down to an intersection with The Bruce Trail. Please be advised that cycling is not allowed on The Bruce Trail except where explicitly marked. The 540 also intersects some of the other Three Stage trails, so be aware of other hiking and cycling traffic at all times.

Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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        Directions to 540-dh trailhead (44.437120, -80.299990)
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        Frequently Asked Questions About 540 DH

        ▼ Where is 540 DH located?
        540 DH is located in Three Stage, The Blue Mountains, Ontario, Canada. It is part of the Three Stage trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 44.43712, -80.29999.
        ▼ How hard is 540 DH?
        540 DH is rated as Double Black Diamond difficulty. The physical rating is Extreme. The average grade is 13.9%. The climb difficulty is rated Black Diamond.
        ▼ What is the elevation gain for 540 DH?
        The trail has 103 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 1,654 ft to 1,759 ft.
        ▼ Is 540 DH a point to point trail?
        540 DH is not a point to point trail. The direction is Downhill Primary. The trail type is singletrack.
        ▼ How long is 540 DH?
        540 DH is 755 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
        ▼ Are dogs allowed on 540 DH?
        Yes, dogs are allowed on 540 DH. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
        ▼ When is the best time of year to ride 540 DH?
        Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride 540 DH are:
        • July (226 activities)
        • June (146 activities)
        • August (139 activities)
        Check the reports page for current trail conditions.
        ▼ How do I access 540 DH? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
        The closest parking and trailhead locations to 540 DH are: View all parking locations in the area.
        ▼ How long does it take to ride 540 DH?
        Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 1 minute to ride 540 DH. The trail is 755 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
        ▼ How busy is 540 DH?
        540 DH is a very popular trail. There have been 4,091 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 5,059 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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