more stats
3.2 miles
Distance
1,270 ft
Climb
-33 ft
Descent
00:41:12
Avg time
1,237 ft
Altitude change
4,258 ft
Altitude min
5,495 ft
Altitude max
4,258 ft
Altitude start
5,495 ft
Altitude end
7.3%
Grade
-8.5%
Grade max
54%
Grade min
3 miles
Distance climb
1,070 ft
Distance down
1,841 ft
Distance flat
00:41:12
Avg time

Cedar Twist Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Valley Pedal-Access Trails
    Sun Peaks, British Columbia
  • Difficulty Rating
  • Local Popularity
    100 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 100 in E-Biking
    • 95 in Trail Running
    • 95 in Hiking
  • Global Ranking
    #51872 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #137957 in E-Biking
    • #147563 in Trail Running
    • #142598 in Hiking
  • Provincial Ranking
    #2,546 in Mountain Biking · British Columbia [+]
    • #6,755 in E-Biking
    • #8,738 in Trail Running
    • #8,314 in Hiking
  • Hiking SAC Scale
    T2 Mountain Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    AM, XC
  • Direction
    Uphill Only
    Popular Direction Shown
  • Climb Difficulty
    Blue
  • Physical Rating
    Moderate
  • Trail Visibility
    Always easy to follow
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes up to Class 1
  • TTFs on Trail
    Bridge
  • Year Opened
    2022
  • Land Owner
    Sun Peaks Resort LLP

See ya later road. Cedar Twist is a brand new singletrack climb trail on Mt. Morrisey. Enjoy great views as you pedal through a beautiful cedar forest.

This trail is multi-use for biking and hiking. For riders, the trail is restricted to uphill traffic only. Downhill riding on this trail is not permitted. Hikers can use the trail in both directions.

The trail starts easy at the bottom and gets a little more technical the higher you go, particularly in the final section which has some fun rock features to keep you interested. The climb is split into 3 distinct sections by road crossings that connect it with Calypso Groove, which allows you to ride the middle and/or lower sections of the trails as a smaller loop if you're short on time.

Shout-out to the 2021-22 Grade 5/6 class at Sun Peaks School, who named this trail. Funding for this trail was provided by the BC Community Economic Recovery Infrastructure Program and Tourism Sun Peaks.

Access Info

Head to the base of the Morrisey Express Chairlift and follow the road that curves uphill to the left (Vista Trail). You'll pass the bottom of Calypso Groove, then reach a spot where the road forks into two. Follow the right fork uphill and the trail starts immediately on your left.

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Cedar Twist Trail Reports

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Oct 27, 2026 @ 8:34am (America/Vancouver)
Oct 27, 2026
reporter The snow has arrived. All trails on Morrisey are now closed for the season. See you in 2027!
Oct 5, 2026 @ 12:31pm (America/Vancouver)
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Sep 5, 2026 @ 10:17pm (America/Vancouver)
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Aug 15, 2026 @ 11:06am (America/Vancouver)
Aug 15, 2026
Dry but riding well. Few dusty bits
Jul 30, 2026 @ 2:10pm (America/Vancouver)
Jul 30, 2026
A bit dusty in spots but always a good ride.
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on Oct 27, 2026
Snow Covered
Avg: 4.24 (19 votes)
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      11 Reviews & Comments

      drooburger drooburger
      What a beautifully built climb trail. I was able to pedal up 50% of it on my V10 haha. Nice to see so many e-bikers on the trail 🀘🏻
      superbuburuz superbuburuz
      Hats off to the builders they did a great job. I really enjoyed this trail imo it’s on of the best climbing trails in the area.
      NicolesVizslas
      I loved this trail! It is so smooth and rideable with lots of little punchy bits to keep your cardio running high, but not so steep that you get frustrated or have to hike-a-bike. Low tech with great opportunities to practice your intermediate tight, uphill turns on the switchbacks. Awesome view at the top. One of the best intermediate climbing trails BC has to offer. Thanks for adding this gem to the trail network!

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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is Cedar Twist located?
      Cedar Twist is located in Valley Pedal-Access Trails, Sun Peaks, British Columbia, Canada. It is part of the Valley Pedal-Access Trails trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 50.88093, -119.87151.
      ▼ How hard is Cedar Twist?
      Cedar Twist is rated as Blue difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The average grade is 7.3%. The climb difficulty is rated Blue.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for Cedar Twist?
      Cedar Twist has 1,270 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 33 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 4,258 ft to 5,495 ft.
      ▼ Is Cedar Twist a point to point trail?
      Yes, Cedar Twist is a point to point trail. The direction is Uphill Only. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ How long is Cedar Twist?
      Cedar Twist is 3.2 miles long. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Cedar Twist?
      Yes, dogs are allowed on Cedar Twist. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
      ▼ When is the best time of year to ride Cedar Twist?
      Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride Cedar Twist are:
      • August (174 activities)
      • July (162 activities)
      • September (142 activities)
      Check the reports page for current trail conditions.
      ▼ How do I access Cedar Twist? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Cedar Twist are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to ride Cedar Twist?
      Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 41 minutes to ride Cedar Twist. The trail is 3.2 miles long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
      ▼ How busy is Cedar Twist?
      Cedar Twist is a very popular trail. There have been 3,822 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 5,427 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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