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2,982 ft
Distance
20 ft
Climb
-102 ft
Descent
00:06:23
Avg time
-84 ft
Altitude change
691 ft
Altitude min
774 ft
Altitude max
774 ft
Altitude start
692 ft
Altitude end
-2.8%
Grade
-26.4%
Grade max
6.8%
Grade min
489 ft
Distance climb
1,844 ft
Distance down
650 ft
Distance flat
00:06:23
Avg time

Buzzard Aldrin upper Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
  • Riding Area
    Coolaney National Mountain Bike Trail Centre
    Coolaney
  • Difficulty Rating
    Red Rate
  • Local Popularity
    60 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 85 in E-Biking
  • Global Ranking
    #34738 in Mountain Biking
  • Trail Exposure
    Normal
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    AM, XC
  • Direction
    Downhill Only[+]
    Popular Direction Shown
    • Downhill Only for E-Biking
  • Climb Difficulty
    Blue
  • Physical Rating
    Moderate
  • Trail Visibility
    Always easy to follow
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes up to Class 1
  • TTFs on Trail
    Berm, Jump, Rock Face, Rock Garden, Roller Coaster
  • Land Owner
    Coillte

Descending red graded trail (trail center grading) with few technical features, small rockgardens, rollers and doubles, everything can be rolled.

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  • 11 rides
  • 18 miles avg distance
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  • 32 rides
  • Last: Sep 19, 2026
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Avg: 4.13 (1 votes)
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      Buzzard Aldrin (Red) - Coolaney MTB Trails
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      0:43 | 232 | Nov 29, 2024 , Coolaney

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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is Buzzard Aldrin upper located?
      Buzzard Aldrin upper is located in Coolaney National Mountain Bike Trail Centre, Coolaney, Ireland. It is part of the Coolaney National Mountain Bike Trail Centre trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 54.19583, -8.62597.
      ▼ How hard is Buzzard Aldrin upper?
      Buzzard Aldrin upper is rated as Red difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The average grade is 2.8%. The climb difficulty is rated Blue.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for Buzzard Aldrin upper?
      Buzzard Aldrin upper has 20 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 102 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 691 ft to 774 ft.
      ▼ Is Buzzard Aldrin upper a point to point trail?
      Yes, Buzzard Aldrin upper is a point to point trail. The direction is Downhill Only. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ How long is Buzzard Aldrin upper?
      Buzzard Aldrin upper is 2,982 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Buzzard Aldrin upper?
      There is no information about dogs being allowed on Buzzard Aldrin upper. Check with local trail managers or the trail page for the latest access rules.
      ▼ When is the best time of year to ride Buzzard Aldrin upper?
      Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride Buzzard Aldrin upper are:
      • June (5 activities)
      • April (3 activities)
      • May (2 activities)
      Check the reports page for current trail conditions.
      ▼ How do I access Buzzard Aldrin upper? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Buzzard Aldrin upper are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to ride Buzzard Aldrin upper?
      Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 6 minutes to ride Buzzard Aldrin upper. The trail is 2,982 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
      ▼ How busy is Buzzard Aldrin upper?
      Buzzard Aldrin upper is a moderately popular trail. There have been 679 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 723 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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