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5,253 ft
Distance
10 ft
Climb
-411 ft
Descent
00:11:23
Avg time
-402 ft
Altitude change
2,889 ft
Altitude min
3,297 ft
Altitude max
3,291 ft
Altitude start
2,890 ft
Altitude end
-7.6%
Grade
-21.7%
Grade max
7%
Grade min
217 ft
Distance climb
4,872 ft
Distance down
167 ft
Distance flat
00:11:23
Avg time
Brain Shake Details
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Activities
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- Trail Running
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Riding AreaCandle Creek
Clearwater, British Columbia -
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Trail TypeSingletrack
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Bike TypeDH
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DirectionDownhill PrimaryPopular Direction Shown
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Physical RatingModerate
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SeasonMay to October
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Dogs AllowedYes
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eBike AllowedYes up to Class 1
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TTFs on TrailBridge, Drop, Log Ride, Rock Face, Skinny
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Ride in RainYes
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Year Opened2018
Provides a loop option for climbing up Rock Lobster or Greasy Jungle - or shuttle accessible.
Designed to have an 'old school' feel - loamy bits, rooty bits, some drops, some tech, some 'janky' corners and some adventure options. May take a few runs to get the lines figured out.
All features have ride arounds or are rollable.
Feeds you into the jump line "Fat Lip".
Access Info
Pedal up Rock Lobster - or shuttle through XC ski trails Bend to Elevator will get you there.
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Traditionally Indigenous Territory
Recent Activity on Trail
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- 5 miles average
6 Months
- 12 rides
- 9 miles avg distance
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- 222 rides
- Last: Jun 27, 2026
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(51.677290, -119.969330)
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Frequently Asked Questions About Brain Shake
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Where is Brain Shake located?
Brain Shake is located in Candle Creek, Clearwater, British Columbia, Canada. It is part of the Candle Creek trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 51.67729, -119.96933.
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How hard is Brain Shake?
Brain Shake is rated as Black Diamond difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The average grade is 7.6%.
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What is the elevation gain for Brain Shake?
Brain Shake has 3 m of elevation gain. The trail has 125 m of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 881 m to 1,005 m.
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Is Brain Shake a point to point trail?
Brain Shake is not a point to point trail. The direction is Downhill Primary. The trail type is singletrack.
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