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1.8 miles
Distance
219 ft
Climb
-204 ft
Descent
00:21:34
Avg time
13 ft
Altitude change
153 ft
Altitude min
197 ft
Altitude max
154 ft
Altitude start
167 ft
Altitude end
0.1%
Grade
-18.2%
Grade max
24.8%
Grade min
3,222 ft
Distance climb
3,547 ft
Distance down
2,779 ft
Distance flat
00:21:34
Avg time

Dam Beaver Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
    • Winter Fat Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
    • Snowshoe
  • Riding Area
    Shady Grove
    Quispamsis, New Brunswick
  • AKA
    Lakeview
  • Difficulty Rating
  • Local Popularity
    85 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 50 in E-Biking
    • 80 in Trail Running
    • 80 in Hiking
    • 80 in Snowshoeing
  • Global Ranking
    #43299 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #82475 in E-Biking
    • #64106 in Trail Running
    • #75646 in Hiking
    • #1563 in Snowshoeing
  • Hiking SAC Scale
    T1 Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    AM, XC, Fat
  • Direction
    Both Directions
  • Climb Difficulty
    Blue
  • Physical Rating
    Moderate
  • Trail Visibility
    Always easy to follow
  • Family Friendly
    Yes
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes up to Class 1
  • TTFs on Trail
    Bridge
  • Ride in Rain
    Yes

This is a brand new addition to the Shady Grove network that was a large undertaking by various members of the community. It has 5 bridges to navigate on a scenic lap of MacFarlane Lake, and opens up the option for many future add-ons. The surface will continue to be improved, and ridden in, so get out and enjoy it when you can

This trail is unsanctioned.

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  • 9 miles average
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  • 96 rides
  • 9 miles avg distance
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  • 966 rides
  • Last: Sep 1, 2026
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on Apr 19, 2025
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Avg: 4.21 (3 votes)
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        Frequently Asked Questions About Dam Beaver

        Where is Dam Beaver located?
        Dam Beaver is located in Shady Grove, Quispamsis, New Brunswick, Canada. It is part of the Shady Grove trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 45.40693, -65.92331.
        How hard is Dam Beaver?
        Dam Beaver is rated as Blue difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The average grade is 0.1%. The climb difficulty is rated Blue.
        What is the elevation gain for Dam Beaver?
        Dam Beaver has 219 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 204 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 153 ft to 197 ft.
        Is Dam Beaver a point to point trail?
        Dam Beaver is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is singletrack.
        How long is Dam Beaver?
        Dam Beaver is 1.8 miles long. The trail type is singletrack.
        Are dogs allowed on Dam Beaver?
        Yes, dogs are allowed on Dam Beaver. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
        When is the best time of year to ride Dam Beaver?
        Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride Dam Beaver are:
        • July (92 activities)
        • August (74 activities)
        • September (42 activities)
        Check the reports page for current trail conditions.
        How do I access Dam Beaver? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
        The closest parking and trailhead locations to Dam Beaver are: View all parking locations in the area.
        How long does it take to ride Dam Beaver?
        Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 35 minutes to ride Dam Beaver. The trail is 1.8 miles long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
        How busy is Dam Beaver?
        Dam Beaver is a very popular trail. There have been 3,619 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 3,679 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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