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1,545 ft
Distance
130 ft
Climb
00:04:43
Avg time
130 ft
Altitude change
845 ft
Altitude min
975 ft
Altitude max
845 ft
Altitude start
974 ft
Altitude end
8.4%
Grade
-2.3%
Grade max
19.7%
Grade min
1,266 ft
Distance climb
30 ft
Distance down
249 ft
Distance flat
00:04:43
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Fire Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Kelso
    Milton, Ontario
  • AKA
  • Difficulty Rating
    Black Diamond Rate
  • Voted Difficulty
    Black Diamond (1 vote)
  • Local Popularity
    80 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 80 in Trail Running
    • 75 in Hiking
  • Global Ranking
    #41674 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #83020 in Trail Running
    • #62991 in Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    AM, XC
  • Direction
    Uphill Primary
  • Climb Difficulty
    Black Diamond
  • Physical Rating
    Extreme
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • TTFs on Trail
    Berm, Rock Face

Twisting single-track climb skirting the lime kiln ruins. Considered the best way up the escarpment, riders will enjoy the technical section around the boulders.

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Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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  • 15 miles average
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  • 139 rides
  • 12 miles avg distance
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  • Last: Aug 14, 2026
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        Directions to fire-22014 trailhead (43.500290, -79.947650)

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        Frequently Asked Questions About Fire

        ▼ Where is Fire located?
        Fire is located in Kelso, Milton, Ontario, Canada. It is part of the Kelso trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 43.50029, -79.94765.
        ▼ How hard is Fire?
        Fire is rated as Black Diamond difficulty. The physical rating is Extreme. The average grade is 8.4%. The climb difficulty is rated Black Diamond.
        ▼ What is the elevation gain for Fire?
        Fire has 130 ft of elevation gain. The elevation ranges from 845 ft to 975 ft.
        ▼ Is Fire a point to point trail?
        Fire is not a point to point trail. The direction is Uphill Primary. The trail type is singletrack.
        ▼ How long is Fire?
        Fire is 1,545 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
        ▼ Are dogs allowed on Fire?
        Yes, dogs are allowed on Fire. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
        ▼ When is the best time of year to ride Fire?
        Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride Fire are:
        • July (265 activities)
        • August (225 activities)
        • June (182 activities)
        Check the reports page for current trail conditions.
        ▼ How do I access Fire? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
        The closest parking and trailhead locations to Fire are: View all parking locations in the area.
        ▼ How long does it take to ride Fire?
        Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 4 minutes to ride Fire. The trail is 1,545 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
        ▼ How busy is Fire?
        Fire is a very popular trail. There have been 7,929 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 9,234 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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