more stats
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

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
  • Riding Area
    Blackhawk Ski Club
    Middleton, Wisconsin
  • Difficulty Rating
    Green Rate
  • Local Popularity
    70 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 100 in E-Biking
  • Global Ranking
    #197608 in Mountain Biking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Direction
    Downhill Only[+]
    • Downhill Only for E-Biking
  • Physical Rating
    Easy
  • Trail Visibility
    Always easy to follow
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes 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.

Trail Supporters
  • blackhawk
    Sponsor
Local Trail Association
Traditionally Indigenous Territory

Recent Activity on Trail

Past Week
  • 5 rides
  • 13 miles average
6 Months
  • 93 rides
  • 10 miles avg distance
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  • 195 rides
  • Last: Sep 28, 2026
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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ 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.
      ▼ How hard is Dropper Down?
      Dropper Down is rated as Green difficulty. The physical rating is Easy. The average grade is 7.1%.
      ▼ 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.
      ▼ 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.
      ▼ How long is Dropper Down?
      Dropper Down is 1,309 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Dropper Down?
      There is no information about dogs being allowed on Dropper Down. Check with local trail managers or the trail page for the latest access rules.
      ▼ When is the best time of year to ride Dropper Down?
      Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride Dropper Down are:
      • May (37 activities)
      • September (31 activities)
      • July (27 activities)
      Check the reports page for current trail conditions.
      ▼ How do I access Dropper Down? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Dropper Down are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to ride Dropper Down?
      The estimated time to ride Dropper Down is approximately 3 minutes. The trail is 1,309 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace.
      ▼ How busy is Dropper Down?
      Dropper Down is a very popular trail. There have been 717 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 1,159 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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