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4,537 ft
Distance
-376 ft
Descent
00:06:23
Avg time
-378 ft
Altitude change
1,063 ft
Altitude min
1,440 ft
Altitude max
1,440 ft
Altitude start
1,063 ft
Altitude end
-8.3%
Grade
-28.6%
Grade max
3.4%
Grade min
102 ft
Distance climb
4,140 ft
Distance down
295 ft
Distance flat
00:06:23
Avg time

Skunk Ape Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
  • Riding Area
    Lake Leatherwood City Park
    Eureka Springs, Arkansas
  • AKA
    DH-4
  • Difficulty Rating
    Blue Rate
  • Local Popularity
    95 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 100 in E-Biking
  • Global Ranking
    #4853 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #7460 in E-Biking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    DH, AM
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes up to Class 1

Beautifully constructed flow trail with rocks armor crossings and steps. An optional rock drop with a nice runout makes this trails fast and fun fall levels.

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  • 14 miles avg distance
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Apr 25, 2026 @ 1:33pm (America/Chicago)
Apr 25, 2026
 Lots of soft spots on the trail after yesterday’s rain
Mar 11, 2026 @ 4:54pm (America/Chicago)
Mar 11, 2026
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May 23, 2025 @ 8:50am
May 23, 2025
 Some downfall after storms
Apr 11, 2025 @ 8:41am
Apr 11, 2025
Mar 22, 2025 @ 10:14am
Mar 22, 2025
 Clear, very dry.
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Wet
Avg: 4.39 (9 votes)
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        Directions to skunk-ape-134474 trailhead (36.431950, -93.773100)

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        Frequently Asked Questions About Skunk Ape

        ▼ Where is Skunk Ape located?
        Skunk Ape is located in Lake Leatherwood City Park, Eureka Springs, Arkansas, United States. It is part of the Lake Leatherwood City Park trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 36.43195, -93.7731.
        ▼ How hard is Skunk Ape?
        Skunk Ape is rated as Blue difficulty. The average grade is 8.3%.
        ▼ What is the elevation gain for Skunk Ape?
        The trail has 376 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 1,063 ft to 1,440 ft.
        ▼ How long is Skunk Ape?
        Skunk Ape is 4,537 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
        ▼ Are dogs allowed on Skunk Ape?
        There is no information about dogs being allowed on Skunk Ape. Check with local trail managers or the trail page for the latest access rules.
        ▼ When is the best time of year to ride Skunk Ape?
        Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride Skunk Ape are:
        • June (29 activities)
        • October (27 activities)
        • December (23 activities)
        Check the reports page for current trail conditions.
        ▼ How do I access Skunk Ape? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
        The closest parking and trailhead locations to Skunk Ape are: View all parking locations in the area.
        ▼ How long does it take to ride Skunk Ape?
        Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 8 minutes to ride Skunk Ape. The trail is 4,537 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
        ▼ How busy is Skunk Ape?
        Skunk Ape is a very popular trail. There have been 2,681 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 4,825 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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