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1,309 ft
Distance
-93 ft
Descent
00:02:37
Avg time
-93 ft
Altitude change
953 ft
Altitude min
1,046 ft
Altitude max
1,045 ft
Altitude start
951 ft
Altitude end
-7.1%
Grade
-23.7%
Grade max
-0.7%
Grade min
1,227 ft
Distance down
85 ft
Distance flat
00:02:37
Avg time
Dropper Down Details
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Riding AreaBlackhawk Ski Club
Middleton, Wisconsin -
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Local Popularity75 in Mountain Biking
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Global Ranking#197608 in Mountain Biking
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Trail TypeSingletrack
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DirectionDownhill Only[+]
- Downhill Only for E-Biking
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Physical RatingEasy
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Trail VisibilityAlways easy to follow
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eBike AllowedYes up to Class 1
Ziggy Down is a gentle switchbacking downhill trail that snakes down the open ski run and provides an easy route to the singletrack trails at the bottom of the hill.
Access Info
From the west trailhead, take the connector trail toward the ski chalet. Ziggy Down will branch off to the right as you pass the chalet.
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Traditionally Indigenous Territory
Recent Activity on Trail
Past Week
- 2 rides
- 8 miles average
6 Months
- 57 rides
- 10 miles avg distance
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- 167 rides
- Last: Jul 14, 2026
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(43.082150, -89.569490)
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dropper Down
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Where is Dropper Down located?
Dropper Down is located in Blackhawk Ski Club, Middleton, Wisconsin, United States. It is part of the Blackhawk Ski Club trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 43.08215, -89.56949.
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How hard is Dropper Down?
Dropper Down is rated as Green difficulty. The physical rating is Easy. The average grade is 7.1%.
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What is the elevation gain for Dropper Down?
The trail has 93 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 953 ft to 1,046 ft.
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Is Dropper Down a point to point trail?
Yes, Dropper Down is a point to point trail. The direction is Downhill Only. The trail type is singletrack.
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