more stats
499 ft
Distance
-69 ft
Descent
00:04:20
Avg time
-69 ft
Altitude change
535 ft
Altitude min
604 ft
Altitude max
604 ft
Altitude start
535 ft
Altitude end
-13.9%
Grade
-30.4%
Grade max
-7.5%
Grade min
482 ft
Distance down
13 ft
Distance flat
00:04:20
Avg time

Finding the Steep Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • Winter Fat Bike
  • Riding Area
  • Difficulty Rating
  • Voted Difficulty
    Red (1 vote)
  • Local Popularity
    40 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 5 in Winter Fat Biking
  • Global Ranking
    #249226 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #4160 in Winter Fat Biking
  • National Ranking
    #8,400 in Mountain Biking · United Kingdom [+]
    • #111 in Winter Fat Biking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    DH, AM, XC, DJ, Fat
  • Direction
    Downhill Only
  • Trail Visibility
    Sometimes hard to follow
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes up to Class 1
  • TTFs on Trail
    Berm, Drop
  • Land Owner
    National Trust

A couple of berms and some small chutes to drop into. A red only

Access Info

Enter by steps on Wray Lane

This trail is unsanctioned.

Tags
BermsDropsFaint trail

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  • 6 miles avg distance
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  • 5 rides
  • Last: Aug 30, 2026
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Finding the Steep Trail Reports

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on Apr 29, 2026
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      Directions to finding-the-steep trailhead (51.255550, -0.189780)

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      Reigate Hill MTB Trails
      mtb
      2:54 | 1950 | Aug 2, 2020 , Reigate

      2 Reviews & Comments

      ThexMiniman
      Trail still there, Red graded IMO, there are no major features, drops or gaps, it's all rollable. May be difficult when wet. Not too steep. Hence not a Black.
      NickMoyler
      Hairy but fun. Not one for me in the winter!

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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is Finding the Steep located?
      Finding the Steep is located in Reigate, United Kingdom. It is part of the Reigate trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 51.25555, -0.18978.
      ▼ How hard is Finding the Steep?
      Finding the Steep is rated as Red difficulty. The average grade is 13.9%.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for Finding the Steep?
      The trail has 69 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 535 ft to 604 ft.
      ▼ Is Finding the Steep a point to point trail?
      Yes, Finding the Steep is a point to point trail. The direction is Downhill Only. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ How long is Finding the Steep?
      Finding the Steep is 499 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Finding the Steep?
      There is no information about dogs being allowed on Finding the Steep. Check with local trail managers or the trail page for the latest access rules.
      ▼ When is the best time of year to ride Finding the Steep?
      Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride Finding the Steep are:
      • June (1 activities)
      • August (1 activities)
      • October (1 activities)
      Check the reports page for current trail conditions.
      ▼ How long does it take to ride Finding the Steep?
      Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 4 minutes to ride Finding the Steep. The trail is 499 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
      ▼ How busy is Finding the Steep?
      Finding the Steep is a moderately popular trail. There have been 54 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 71 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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