more stats
948 ft
Distance
-135 ft
Descent
00:02:46
Avg time
-135 ft
Altitude change
783 ft
Altitude min
918 ft
Altitude max
918 ft
Altitude start
784 ft
Altitude end
-14.2%
Grade
-32.2%
Grade max
-2.2%
Grade min
948 ft
Distance down
00:02:46
Avg time

Boulder Jump Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Saxon Hill
    Essex, Vermont
  • Difficulty Rating
  • Local Popularity
    30 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 20 in Trail Running
    • 10 in Hiking
  • Global Ranking
    #29024 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #158001 in Trail Running
    • #208546 in Hiking
  • State Ranking
    #288 in Mountain Biking · Vermont [+]
    • #1,406 in Trail Running
    • #1,934 in Hiking
  • Hiking SAC Scale
    T2 Mountain Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    AM
  • Trail Visibility
    Always easy to follow
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • TTFs on Trail
    Gap Jump, Rock Garden

Downhill-only option off the top of Saxon that leads into an option featuring a steep chunky chute on the left or a gap jump onto a rock slab on the right. The lower section can be very muddy at times.

Tags
JumpsRock gardensRock slabsRocky

Local Trail Association

Traditionally Indigenous Territory

Recent Activity on Trail

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  • 2 rides
  • 9 miles average
6 Months
  • 73 rides
  • 8 miles avg distance
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  • 240 rides
  • Last: Oct 20, 2026
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Avg: 4.13 (1 votes)
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      Directions to boulder-jump trailhead (44.488400, -73.025280)

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      1 Review & Comments

      Serge-Alexandre Serge-Alexandre
      Awesome natural features! Can't believe it's naturally there!! Must do if you have the skills! I didn't haha!!

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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is Boulder Jump located?
      Boulder Jump is located in Saxon Hill, Essex, Vermont, United States. It is part of the Saxon Hill trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 44.4884, -73.02528.
      ▼ How hard is Boulder Jump?
      Boulder Jump is rated as Black Diamond difficulty. The average grade is 14.2%.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for Boulder Jump?
      The trail has 135 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 783 ft to 918 ft.
      ▼ How long is Boulder Jump?
      Boulder Jump is 948 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Boulder Jump?
      Yes, dogs are allowed on Boulder Jump. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
      ▼ When is the best time of year to ride Boulder Jump?
      Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride Boulder Jump are:
      • October (24 activities)
      • May (23 activities)
      • August (22 activities)
      Check the reports page for current trail conditions.
      ▼ How do I access Boulder Jump? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Boulder Jump are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to ride Boulder Jump?
      Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 3 minutes to ride Boulder Jump. The trail is 948 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
      ▼ How busy is Boulder Jump?
      Boulder Jump is a less popular trail with lighter traffic. There have been 983 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 1,029 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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