Elk Rim Trail Details
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Activities
- Mountain Bike
- Hike
- Trail Running
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Riding AreaBaynes Lake
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Difficulty Rating
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Voted DifficultyBlue (1 vote)
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Trail TypeSingletrack
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Bike TypeXC
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DirectionBoth Directions
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Climb DifficultyBlue
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Physical RatingModerate
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Trail VisibilityAlways easy to follow
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Family FriendlyYes
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eBike Allowed
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Global Ranking
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Local Popularity85 in Mountain Biking [+]
- 80 in Trail Running
- 5 in Hiking
This is a 20 kilometer, 400 meters elevation gain/loss loop to the confluence of the Elk River and Kootenay. The trail is in great shape and there is good signage.
This is a very mellow single-track ride around this area. Be aware that dirt bikers (although forbidden) may be seen.
This route is believed to have been used in 1897 by two bicycle riders coming from Kalispell to provide a much-needed communication link between the East Kootenays and the wider world.
A traditional Ktunaxa trail, this trail was first used by Europeans in 1864 to carry supplies to the gold rush at Wildhorse Creek and smuggle gold back to the US to avoid the 25% BC Tax.
Trail was also travelled by David Thompson (1807-1811), Father De Smelt (1850s), Blackiston and John Palliser (1858 ). Lots of history at this location.
NO EBIKES ALLOWED
Access Info
From Fernie, drive towards Cranbrook, turning left onto the 93 heading South for about 15km. You will cross the big bridge over the Elk River, and climb steeply up the highway. After crossing the Elk River Bridge climb 1.2 kilometers to the top of the south bank and turn right onto a dirt road and across a cattle guard. Will see the parking lot and toilet at the trailhead.
Local Trail Association
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Traditionally Indigenous Territory
More Stats for Elk Rim Trail mountain bike trail trail
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Altitude change8 ft
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Altitude min2,501 ft
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Altitude max2,906 ft
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Altitude start2,833 ft
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Altitude end2,841 ft
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Grade max-31.8%
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Grade min31.1%
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Distance climb3 miles
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Distance down3 miles
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Distance flat3,284 ft
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Avg time00:47:15
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Avg reverse time01:02:54
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- Snow Cover Inadequate
- Freeze/thaw Cycle
- Icy
- Prevalent Mud
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- Both Directions
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- One Direction
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