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1,545 ft
Distance
-287 ft
Descent
00:02:57
Avg time
-287 ft
Altitude change
803 ft
Altitude min
1,090 ft
Altitude max
1,090 ft
Altitude start
804 ft
Altitude end
-18.6%
Grade
-48.8%
Grade max
-2.8%
Grade min
1,545 ft
Distance down
00:02:57
Avg time

Downhill Drop Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Frick Park
    Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
  • Difficulty Rating
    Double Black Diamond Rate
  • Voted Difficulty
    Double Black Diamond (3 votes)
  • Local Popularity
    70 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 75 in E-Biking
    • 40 in Trail Running
    • 70 in Hiking
  • Global Ranking
    #73024 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #26399 in E-Biking
    • #129868 in Trail Running
    • #122666 in Hiking
  • Hiking SAC Scale
    T3 Demanding Mountain Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    DH, AM
  • Direction
    Downhill Only
    Popular Direction Shown
  • Climb Difficulty
    Double Black Diamond
  • Physical Rating
    Moderate
  • Trail Visibility
    Sometimes hard to follow
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes
  • TTFs on Trail
    Berm, Drop, Jump, Rock Garden
  • Land Owner
    City of Pittsburgh

Downhill trail with a few steep sections and a rock drop in the middle. There are three drop options: to the left is smallest, down the middle is the biggest, and to the right is medium size. The landing is a bit loose and the runout steep so make sure your brakes are working before riding this trail

Local Trail Association
Traditionally Indigenous Territory

Recent Activity on Trail

Past Week
  • 1 rides
  • 7 miles average
6 Months
  • 20 rides
  • 11 miles avg distance
All
  • 164 rides
  • Last: Sep 11, 2026
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Downhill Drop Trail Reports

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Jun 13, 2026 @ 6:34pm (America/New_York)
Jun 13, 2026
Jun 3, 2026 @ 11:17am (America/New_York)
Jun 3, 2026
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Mar 21, 2026 @ 12:12pm (America/New_York)
Mar 21, 2026
 reporter Trails are drying up for Spring, but some muddy sections remain.
Jan 8, 2026 @ 11:14am (America/New_York)
Jan 8, 2026
 reporter Annual Freeze / Thaw cycle in full effect. Trails are too soft and muddy for use unless they are frozen.
Apr 9, 2025 @ 10:09am
Apr 9, 2025
 reporter Trail conditions are variable in the spring season. Give them at least 24 hours to dry out after more than a half inch of rain. Ride/run/hike...
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on Jun 13, 2026
Dry
Avg: 4.35 (8 votes)
Your vote: 0

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      4.7 ★★★★★
      8 Ratings
      5 ★ 75%
      4 ★ 13%
      3 ★ 13%
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      8 Reviews & Comments

      KevinPjNPdZ
      Do not try this in the wet, it is very hard to stop because of the small bites of shale
      yoimaninja yoimaninja
      Looks like a brand new start and drop near the top viewpoint along Riverview. Some nice bermies as well. Trail is a ton of fun start to finish! Steep fast and loose for those looking for a bit more gnar.
      Nikou
      It is possible to avoid all drops on this trail but taking that line which is farthest to the right is extremely hard. The line you are forced take is steeper than all the drop run ins and is far more technical. For someone trying to go easy take the left most drop, the smallest one.

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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is Downhill Drop located?
      Downhill Drop is located in Frick Park, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States. It is part of the Frick Park trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 40.43092, -79.90718.
      ▼ How hard is Downhill Drop?
      Downhill Drop is rated as Double Black Diamond difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The average grade is 18.6%. The climb difficulty is rated Double Black Diamond.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for Downhill Drop?
      The trail has 287 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 803 ft to 1,090 ft.
      ▼ Is Downhill Drop a point to point trail?
      Yes, Downhill Drop is a point to point trail. The direction is Downhill Only. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ How long is Downhill Drop?
      Downhill Drop is 1,545 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Downhill Drop?
      There is no information about dogs being allowed on Downhill Drop. Check with local trail managers or the trail page for the latest access rules.
      ▼ When is the best time of year to ride Downhill Drop?
      Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride Downhill Drop are:
      • September (14 activities)
      • June (12 activities)
      • July (10 activities)
      Check the reports page for current trail conditions.
      ▼ How do I access Downhill Drop? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Downhill Drop are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to ride Downhill Drop?
      Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 4 minutes to ride Downhill Drop. The trail is 1,545 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
      ▼ How busy is Downhill Drop?
      Downhill Drop is a very popular trail. There have been 1,105 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 1,297 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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