more stats
2,126 ft
Distance
248 ft
Climb
00:07:19
Avg time
248 ft
Altitude change
1,033 ft
Altitude min
1,281 ft
Altitude max
1,033 ft
Altitude start
1,280 ft
Altitude end
11.7%
Grade
2.1%
Grade max
39.3%
Grade min
2,126 ft
Distance climb
00:07:19
Avg time

Dempsey Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Mount Fromme
    North Vancouver, British Columbia
  • Difficulty Rating
  • Local Popularity
    80 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 75 in E-Biking
    • 80 in Trail Running
    • 90 in Hiking
  • Global Ranking
    #111874 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #117907 in E-Biking
    • #114640 in Trail Running
    • #100185 in Hiking
  • Provincial Ranking
    #5,728 in Mountain Biking · British Columbia [+]
    • #5,672 in E-Biking
    • #6,500 in Trail Running
    • #5,326 in Hiking
  • Hiking SAC Scale
    T1 Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    DH, AM
  • Direction
    Both Directions
    Popular Direction Shown
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • eBike Allowed
  • Ride in Rain
    Yes
  • Land Owner
    District of North Vancouver

Natural trail with minimal TTFs. Can be ridden up or down. Main access point for users.

Dempsey Trail a great for beginner riders, offering slightly technical cross country, and is a whole lot of fun done at high speed or at night. There are no serious ramps, drops or stunts on this trail, being one of the few trails suitable for all skill levels. It's also great for anyone looking for a fast cruiser to get back to the car.

Access Info

Accessed off Baden Powell, exiting at Braemar/Dempsey intersection.

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Recent Activity on Trail

Past Week
  • 4 rides
  • 5 miles average
6 Months
  • 129 rides
  • 7 miles avg distance
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  • 1,714 rides
  • Last: Oct 16, 2026
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Dempsey Trail Reports

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Oct 15, 2026 @ 11:12am (America/Vancouver)
2 days
Sep 8, 2026 @ 2:51pm (America/Vancouver)
Sep 8, 2026
Bridge at Dyer creek is out
Sep 7, 2026 @ 4:24am (Pacific/Auckland)
Sep 6, 2026
Looks like the DNV is replacing the bridge just as you come off Dempsey (over Dyer Creek). I have not seen any note on how long this will be. A...
Sep 5, 2026 @ 1:58pm (Pacific/Auckland)
Sep 4, 2026
Not sure exactly what's happening, theres a sign that says "Bridge closed for construction" but no one was there
Aug 29, 2026 @ 3:57pm (America/Vancouver)
Aug 29, 2026
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on Oct 15, 2026
Ideal
Avg: 3.42 (32 votes)
Your vote: 0

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      Directions to dempsey trailhead (49.347260, -123.051460)

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      Trail Events

      3.3 ★★★★★
      32 Ratings
      5 ★ 16%
      4 ★ 16%
      3 ★ 53%
      2 ★ 16%
      1 ★

      1 Review & Comments

      Ledski
      Surprisingly technically challenging for a blue ascent trail.

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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is Dempsey located?
      Dempsey is located in Mount Fromme, North Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. It is part of the Mount Fromme trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 49.34726, -123.05146.
      ▼ How hard is Dempsey?
      Dempsey is rated as Blue difficulty. The average grade is 11.7%.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for Dempsey?
      Dempsey has 248 ft of elevation gain. The elevation ranges from 1,033 ft to 1,281 ft.
      ▼ Is Dempsey a point to point trail?
      Dempsey is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ How long is Dempsey?
      Dempsey is 2,126 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Dempsey?
      Yes, dogs are allowed on Dempsey. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
      ▼ When is the best time of year to ride Dempsey?
      Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride Dempsey are:
      • May (88 activities)
      • June (72 activities)
      • August (68 activities)
      Check the reports page for current trail conditions.
      ▼ How do I access Dempsey? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Dempsey are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to ride Dempsey?
      Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 7 minutes to ride Dempsey. The trail is 2,126 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
      ▼ How busy is Dempsey?
      Dempsey is a very popular trail. There have been 9,660 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 10,348 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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