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2,359 ft
Distance
-5 ft
Descent
00:03:02
Avg time
-7 ft
Altitude change
787 ft
Altitude min
795 ft
Altitude max
795 ft
Altitude start
787 ft
Altitude end
-0.3%
Grade
-1.9%
Grade max
0.9%
Grade min
364 ft
Distance down
1,509 ft
Distance flat
00:03:02
Avg time

Ferns Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Walden Trails
    Sudbury, Ontario
  • Ref Number
    #1
  • Difficulty Rating
  • Local Popularity
    100 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 80 in E-Biking
    • 85 in Trail Running
    • 95 in Hiking
  • Global Ranking
    #45136 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #24858 in E-Biking
    • #40226 in Trail Running
    • #29095 in Hiking
  • Hiking SAC Scale
    T1 Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    AM, XC
  • Direction
    Downhill Only[+]
    Popular Direction Shown
    • Downhill Only for E-Biking
    • Downhill Only for Trail Running
    • Downhill Only for Hiking
  • Climb Difficulty
    Green
  • Physical Rating
    Easy
  • Trail Visibility
    Always easy to follow
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes up to Class 1
  • TTFs on Trail
    Other
  • Land Owner
    City of Greater Sudbury

Smooth and Flowy trail that is great for riders of all levels. This is one of the most popular trails as most of the coloured loops start off with it.

Local Trail Association
Traditionally Indigenous Territory

Recent Activity on Trail

Past Week
  • 17 rides
  • 8 miles average
6 Months
  • 243 rides
  • 31 miles avg distance
All
  • 1,502 rides
  • Last: Sep 10, 2026
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Ferns Trail Reports

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Jun 1, 2026 @ 8:26pm (America/Toronto)
Jun 1, 2026
reporter Open and in good condition. Let the trails dry 6 hrs after a rain, before riding.
Apr 26, 2026 @ 4:55pm (America/Toronto)
Apr 26, 2026
reporter Closed to Riding until the trail have dried up, Check back in late May.
Apr 26, 2026 @ 4:52pm (America/Toronto)
Apr 26, 2026
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Nov 30, 2025 @ 12:13pm (America/Toronto)
Nov 30, 2025
reporter Closed for the winter. Some trails will open for winter fat biking once grooming starts.
Nov 4, 2025 @ 5:12pm (America/Toronto)
Nov 4, 2025
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on Jun 1, 2026
Ideal
Avg: 3.76 (3 votes)
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Trail Conditions
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  • Snow Groomed
  • Snow Packed
  • Snow Covered
  • Snow Cover Partial
  • Freeze/thaw Cycle
  • Icy
  • Prevalent Mud
  • Wet
  • Variable
  • Ideal
  • Dry
  • Very Dry
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        Directions to ferns trailhead (46.403730, -81.193260)

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        Nov 20, 2021 @ 3:41pm
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        Routes with this trail

        4.0 7 miles 543 ft 39 Loop
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        5.0 4 miles 246 ft 18 Loop
        Loop developed for Wolfpak race team training rides.
        2 miles 73 ft 7 Loop
        WMBC 2025 Bi-Weekly Course 1 Course will be marked with Red Arrows for 3 Races (6 weeks) May 22nd, June...
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        Frequently Asked Questions About Ferns

        Where is Ferns located?
        Ferns is located in Walden Trails, Sudbury, Ontario, Canada. It is part of the Walden Trails trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 46.40373, -81.19326.
        How hard is Ferns?
        Ferns is rated as Green difficulty. The physical rating is Easy. The average grade is 0.3%. The climb difficulty is rated Green.
        What is the elevation gain for Ferns?
        The trail has 5 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 787 ft to 795 ft.
        Is Ferns a point to point trail?
        Yes, Ferns is a point to point trail. The direction is Downhill Only. The trail type is singletrack.
        How long is Ferns?
        Ferns is 2,359 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
        Are dogs allowed on Ferns?
        Yes, dogs are allowed on Ferns. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
        When is the best time of year to ride Ferns?
        Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride Ferns are:
        • July (268 activities)
        • August (207 activities)
        • June (174 activities)
        Check the reports page for current trail conditions.
        How do I access Ferns? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
        The closest parking and trailhead locations to Ferns are: View all parking locations in the area.
        How long does it take to ride Ferns?
        Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 3 minutes to ride Ferns. The trail is 2,359 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
        How busy is Ferns?
        Ferns is a very popular trail. There have been 5,995 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 7,728 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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