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863 ft
Distance
-170 ft
Descent
00:01:11
Avg time
-170 ft
Altitude change
855 ft
Altitude min
1,025 ft
Altitude max
1,025 ft
Altitude start
856 ft
Altitude end
-19.7%
Grade
-61.7%
Grade max
-2.7%
Grade min
863 ft
Distance down
00:01:11
Avg time

Cunning Plan Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Drumtochty
    Laurencekirk
  • Difficulty Rating
    Black Rate
  • Voted Difficulty
    Red (1 vote)
  • Local Popularity
    85 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 75 in E-Biking
    • 5 in Trail Running
    • 5 in Hiking
  • Global Ranking
    #77456 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #56915 in E-Biking
    • #171364 in Trail Running
    • #170462 in Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    AM, XC
  • Direction
    Downhill Only
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  • Trail Visibility
    Always easy to follow
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes up to Class 1
  • TTFs on Trail
    Roller Coaster

Dark, tight, twisty woods-open peaty shoots.

Access Info

Along the forest road thirty meters from the exit of, 'The Black Vegetable.'

This trail is unsanctioned.

Recent Activity on Trail

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  • 8 rides
  • 15 miles average
6 Months
  • 21 rides
  • 15 miles avg distance
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  • 61 rides
  • Last: Sep 12, 2026
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Aug 23, 2026 @ 3:00pm (Europe/London)
Aug 23, 2026
Aug 5, 2026 @ 5:19pm (Europe/London)
Aug 5, 2026
 Some low hanging trees just before clearfell but can duck under. Big machinery has come through the clearfell before the pylon so it's very loose,...
May 17, 2026 @ 11:14am (Europe/London)
May 17, 2026
 Great trail.
Dec 13, 2025 @ 5:18pm (Europe/London)
Dec 13, 2025
Jul 11, 2025 @ 10:12am
Jul 11, 2025
 All clear now
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Ideal
Avg: 3.99 (3 votes)
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        Directions to cunning-plan trailhead (56.903590, -2.504090)
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        Frequently Asked Questions About Cunning Plan

        ▼ Where is Cunning Plan located?
        Cunning Plan is located in Drumtochty, Laurencekirk, United Kingdom. It is part of the Drumtochty trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 56.90359, -2.50409.
        ▼ How hard is Cunning Plan?
        Cunning Plan is rated as Black difficulty. The average grade is 19.7%.
        ▼ What is the elevation gain for Cunning Plan?
        The trail has 170 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 855 ft to 1,025 ft.
        ▼ Is Cunning Plan a point to point trail?
        Yes, Cunning Plan is a point to point trail. The direction is Downhill Only. The trail type is singletrack.
        ▼ How long is Cunning Plan?
        Cunning Plan is 863 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
        ▼ Are dogs allowed on Cunning Plan?
        There is no information about dogs being allowed on Cunning Plan. Check with local trail managers or the trail page for the latest access rules.
        ▼ When is the best time of year to ride Cunning Plan?
        Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride Cunning Plan are:
        • May (4 activities)
        • December (2 activities)
        • September (1 activities)
        Check the reports page for current trail conditions.
        ▼ How do I access Cunning Plan? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
        The closest parking and trailhead locations to Cunning Plan are: View all parking locations in the area.
        ▼ How long does it take to ride Cunning Plan?
        Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 1 minute to ride Cunning Plan. The trail is 863 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
        ▼ How busy is Cunning Plan?
        Cunning Plan is a very popular trail. There have been 384 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 394 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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