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2.4 miles
Distance
-1,178 ft
Descent
00:09:52
Avg time
-1,178 ft
Altitude change
7,712 ft
Altitude min
8,890 ft
Altitude max
8,890 ft
Altitude start
7,713 ft
Altitude end
-9.3%
Grade
-54.3%
Grade max
4%
Grade min
33 ft
Distance climb
2 miles
Distance down
89 ft
Distance flat
00:09:52
Avg time

Big Ern Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
  • Riding Area
  • Difficulty Rating
  • Voted Difficulty
    Blue (1 vote)
  • Local Popularity
    5 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 5 in E-Biking
  • Global Ranking
    #68761 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #129086 in E-Biking
  • State Ranking
    #1,161 in Mountain Biking · Utah [+]
    • #1,708 in E-Biking
  • Trail Type
    Machine Groomed
  • Bike Type
    DH, AM
  • Direction
    Downhill Only
    Popular Direction Shown
  • Physical Rating
    Moderate
  • Trail Visibility
    Always easy to follow
  • Season
    June-Oct
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes up to Class 1
  • TTFs on Trail
    Berm, Jump, Gap Jump

Big Ern is an intermediate flow trail that features berms, rollers, and jumps on a wide and smooth trail surface. While there are no mandatory gaps on this trail, it does require enough confidence to ride at speed, up and down steeper lips and landings. Big Ern is a high-speed trail that starts off with big berms and larger rollers as it weaves in and out of the trees. After finding your groove on the face and smooth upper section of Big Ern, the trail will begin to flatten out right underneath the lift. This is a perfect place to pull off and give yourself a break before heading into the lower jump section. Starting again, the first few jumps appear and give you a good understanding of what lies ahead. The trail begins to twist, turn, and ungulate through the woods with a series of tabletops, step downs, step ups, and berms. Cross the road and continue the flow. Even more jumps and features await. The lower half of Big Ern picks up in speed and begins to add even more features in addition to what you’ve already seen. There are hips, tabletops, step downs, and massive berms to keep you entertained right up until the moment you spot the lift.

Access Info

Powder Mountain Bike Park Ticket Required

Disclaimer

THIS TRAIL IS DOWNHILL ONLY and ONLY DURING OPERATING HOURS. LIFT TICKET REQUIRED -

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BermsDropsFlowyJumpsRollers

Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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Big Ern Trail Reports

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Jul 8, 2026 @ 2:01pm (America/Denver)
Jul 8, 2026
Trail is closed due to construction on the mountain.
May 24, 2024 @ 6:46am
May 24, 2024
Bike Park trails will be closed for the season
Aug 23, 2023 @ 2:43pm
Aug 23, 2023
Aug 11, 2023 @ 12:40pm
Aug 11, 2023
Aug 4, 2023 @ 7:04am
Aug 4, 2023
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on Jul 8, 2026
Avg: 3.79 (9 votes)
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      Directions to big-ern trailhead (41.370030, -111.764340)

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      3.7 ★★★★★
      9 Ratings
      5 ★ 44%
      4 ★ 22%
      3 ★ 11%
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      7 Reviews & Comments

      mulderings
      DH bike park and trails are CLOSED for 2024
      nastee-nate nastee-nate
      Super fun jump/ flow trail with tons of unique features! Once you pre-ride it (like you should with any trail) it’s very easy to gauge your speed and clear all the jumps. Overall I think this trail is an absolute gem!
      Bensaksa
      Running great! Signs now present for the trickier areas.

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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is Big Ern located?
      Big Ern is located in Powder Mountain Resort, Eden, Utah, United States. It is part of the Powder Mountain Resort trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 41.37003, -111.76434.
      ▼ How hard is Big Ern?
      Big Ern is rated as Blue difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The average grade is 9.3%.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for Big Ern?
      The trail has 1,178 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 7,712 ft to 8,890 ft.
      ▼ Is Big Ern a point to point trail?
      Yes, Big Ern is a point to point trail. The direction is Downhill Only. The trail type is machine groomed.
      ▼ How long is Big Ern?
      Big Ern is 2.4 miles long. The trail type is machine groomed.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Big Ern?
      There is no information about dogs being allowed on Big Ern. Check with local trail managers or the trail page for the latest access rules.
      ▼ When is the best time of year to ride Big Ern?
      Big Ern is best visited during: June-Oct.
      ▼ How do I access Big Ern? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Big Ern are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to ride Big Ern?
      The estimated time to ride Big Ern is approximately 10 minutes. The trail is 2.4 miles long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace.
      ▼ How busy is Big Ern?
      Big Ern is a less popular trail with lighter traffic. There have been 268 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 679 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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