more stats
1,056 ft
Distance
-252 ft
Descent
00:01:58
Avg time
-252 ft
Altitude change
5,152 ft
Altitude min
5,404 ft
Altitude max
5,404 ft
Altitude start
5,151 ft
Altitude end
-23.9%
Grade
-48.3%
Grade max
-13%
Grade min
1,056 ft
Distance down
00:01:58
Avg time

Black Bear Upper Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
  • Riding Area
    Beech Mountain Bike Park
    Beech Mountain, North Carolina
  • Difficulty Rating
    Black Diamond Rate
  • Local Popularity
    30 in Mountain Biking
  • Global Ranking
    #128276 in Mountain Biking
  • State Ranking
    #835 in Mountain Biking · North Carolina
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    DH
  • Direction
    Downhill Only
    Popular Direction Shown
  • Physical Rating
    Hard
  • Season
    When Open
  • eBike Allowed
    No
  • TTFs on Trail
    Drop, Jump, Gap Jump, Rock Face, Rock Garden

This is our DH race track. Countless National and local dh races have been held here. There have been several revisions and updates. The current update adds a few more turns to increase length and help with erosion.

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DropsJumpsRock gardensRock slabs
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Bike Park

Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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  • 10 miles avg distance
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  • 84 rides
  • Last: Aug 22, 2025
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Black Bear Upper Trail Reports

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May 23, 2025 @ 5:57am
May 23, 2025
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Jun 15, 2024 @ 8:22am
Jun 15, 2024
 reporter A little rain last night has made today an excellent day to ride!
Jun 6, 2024 @ 10:48am
Jun 6, 2024
 reporter Bike Park is open for the summer!
Oct 9, 2023 @ 7:22pm
Oct 9, 2023
 reporter Bike Park is closed for the 2023 Season. See you on the slopes!
Sep 22, 2023 @ 7:19am
Sep 22, 2023
 reporter Delayed opening on Friday 22-September for trail maintenance
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on May 23, 2025
Ideal
Avg: 3.88 (3 votes)
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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is Black Bear Upper located?
      Black Bear Upper is located in Beech Mountain Bike Park, Beech Mountain, North Carolina, United States. It is part of the Beech Mountain Bike Park trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 36.18578, -81.88.
      ▼ How hard is Black Bear Upper?
      Black Bear Upper is rated as Black Diamond difficulty. The physical rating is Hard. The average grade is 23.9%.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for Black Bear Upper?
      The trail has 252 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 5,152 ft to 5,404 ft.
      ▼ Is Black Bear Upper a point to point trail?
      Yes, Black Bear Upper is a point to point trail. The direction is Downhill Only. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ How long is Black Bear Upper?
      Black Bear Upper is 1,056 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Black Bear Upper?
      There is no information about dogs being allowed on Black Bear Upper. Check with local trail managers or the trail page for the latest access rules.
      ▼ When is the best time of year to ride Black Bear Upper?
      Black Bear Upper is best visited during: When Open.
      ▼ How do I access Black Bear Upper? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Black Bear Upper are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to ride Black Bear Upper?
      Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 2 minutes to ride Black Bear Upper. The trail is 1,056 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
      ▼ How busy is Black Bear Upper?
      Black Bear Upper is a less popular trail with lighter traffic. There have been 898 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 1,268 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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