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2,648 ft
Distance
1,036 ft
Climb
00:42:49
Avg time
1,036 ft
Altitude change
2,965 ft
Altitude min
4,001 ft
Altitude max
2,965 ft
Altitude start
4,003 ft
Altitude end
39.1%
Grade
10.9%
Grade max
103%
Grade min
2,648 ft
Distance climb
00:42:49
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Trail Details
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Riding AreaPulpit Rock
Nelson, British Columbia -
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Local Popularity95 in Hiking [+]
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Hiking SAC ScaleT3 Demanding Mountain Hiking
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Trail TypeSingletrack
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DirectionBoth Directions
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Physical RatingHard
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Trail VisibilityAlways easy to follow
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Dogs AllowedYes
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eBike Allowed
Steep trail with no steps and short cliff-like sections.
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(49.501930, -117.310920)
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Nearby Trails
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Frequently Asked Questions About Flagpole Trail (Difficult)
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Where is Flagpole Trail (Difficult) located?
Flagpole Trail (Difficult) is located in Pulpit Rock, Nelson, British Columbia, Canada. It is part of the Pulpit Rock trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 49.50193, -117.31092.
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How hard is Flagpole Trail (Difficult)?
Flagpole Trail (Difficult) is rated as Black Diamond difficulty. The physical rating is Hard. The average grade is 39.1%.
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What is the elevation gain for Flagpole Trail (Difficult)?
Flagpole Trail (Difficult) has 1,036 ft of elevation gain. The elevation ranges from 2,965 ft to 4,001 ft.
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Is Flagpole Trail (Difficult) a point to point trail?
Flagpole Trail (Difficult) is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is singletrack.
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