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1,601 ft
Distance
-156 ft
Descent
00:02:30
Avg time
-156 ft
Altitude change
783 ft
Altitude min
940 ft
Altitude max
940 ft
Altitude start
784 ft
Altitude end
-9.8%
Grade
-26%
Grade max
-3.1%
Grade min
1,601 ft
Distance down
00:02:30
Avg time

Apple Core Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Randolph Trails
    Randolph, Vermont
  • Difficulty Rating
  • Local Popularity
    95 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 70 in Trail Running
    • 90 in Hiking
  • Global Ranking
    #48417 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #71471 in Trail Running
    • #58287 in Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Direction
    Downhill Only
    Popular Direction Shown
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • Land Owner
    Randolph Conservation Commission

Berms and lots of opportunity for a bit of airtime. A great, albeit short, littel trail.

Access Info

Starts at end of Fern and continues down to the Apple Core Climb

Local Trail Association
Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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Past Week
  • 3 rides
  • 8 miles average
6 Months
  • 11 rides
  • 8 miles avg distance
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  • 133 rides
  • Last: Jun 28, 2026
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on May 23, 2026
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        Directions to apple-core trailhead (43.934090, -72.668710)

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        Frequently Asked Questions About Apple Core

        Where is Apple Core located?
        Apple Core is located in Randolph Trails, Randolph, Vermont, United States. It is part of the Randolph Trails trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 43.93409, -72.66871.
        How hard is Apple Core?
        Apple Core is rated as Blue difficulty. The average grade is 9.8%.
        What is the elevation gain for Apple Core?
        The trail has 156 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 783 ft to 940 ft.
        Is Apple Core a point to point trail?
        Yes, Apple Core is a point to point trail. The direction is Downhill Only. The trail type is singletrack.

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