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2,215 ft
Distance
-174 ft
Descent
00:02:18
Avg time
-174 ft
Altitude change
6,458 ft
Altitude min
6,632 ft
Altitude max
6,632 ft
Altitude start
6,457 ft
Altitude end
-7.8%
Grade
-32.2%
Grade max
-1.9%
Grade min
2,215 ft
Distance down
00:02:18
Avg time

FTL (First Timer Line) Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
  • Riding Area
    Mt. Bachelor Bike Park
    Bend, Oregon
  • Difficulty Rating
    Green Rate
  • Local Popularity
    40 in Mountain Biking
  • Global Ranking
    #116296 in Mountain Biking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    DH, AM
  • Direction
    Downhill Only
  • Physical Rating
    Easy
  • Season
    July-October
  • Ride in Rain
    Yes
  • Year Opened
    2015
  • Land Owner
    Mt. Bachelor

FTL, short for First Timer Line, is the trail where new downhill riders can begin. The trail is specifically designed for those new to the sport and will inspire confidence. Accessed by the Little Pine lift FTL is easy to lap over and over again until you feel comfortable progressing to Lava Flow (lower).

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Accessed from either the Little Pine lift or from lower Rattlesnake trail.

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  • 8 rides
  • 12 miles average
6 Months
  • 23 rides
  • 16 miles avg distance
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  • 194 rides
  • Last: Aug 14, 2026
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FTL (First Timer... Trail Reports

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Jul 11, 2026 @ 9:34am (America/Los_Angeles)
Jul 11, 2026
 Good beginner section
Sep 12, 2025 @ 12:25pm (America/Los_Angeles)
Sep 12, 2025
 Checking out the soon to be new trail on lil pine
Jul 17, 2025 @ 1:51pm
Jul 17, 2025
Jul 17, 2025 @ 10:48am
Jul 17, 2025
 Got my wife riding this now
Jun 27, 2025 @ 10:07am
Jun 27, 2025
 Fun beginner laps
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Avg: 3.82 (6 votes)
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        Frequently Asked Questions About FTL (First Timer Line)

        ▼ Where is FTL (First Timer Line) located?
        FTL (First Timer Line) is located in Mt. Bachelor Bike Park, Bend, Oregon, United States. It is part of the Mt. Bachelor Bike Park trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 43.99725, -121.67418.
        ▼ How hard is FTL (First Timer Line)?
        FTL (First Timer Line) is rated as Green difficulty. The physical rating is Easy. The average grade is 7.8%.
        ▼ What is the elevation gain for FTL (First Timer Line)?
        The trail has 174 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 6,458 ft to 6,632 ft.
        ▼ Is FTL (First Timer Line) a point to point trail?
        Yes, FTL (First Timer Line) is a point to point trail. The direction is Downhill Only. The trail type is singletrack.
        ▼ How long is FTL (First Timer Line)?
        FTL (First Timer Line) is 2,215 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
        ▼ Are dogs allowed on FTL (First Timer Line)?
        There is no information about dogs being allowed on FTL (First Timer Line). Check with local trail managers or the trail page for the latest access rules.
        ▼ When is the best time of year to ride FTL (First Timer Line)?
        Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride FTL (First Timer Line) are:
        • July (234 activities)
        • August (70 activities)
        • June (52 activities)
        Check the reports page for current trail conditions.
        ▼ How do I access FTL (First Timer Line)? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
        The closest parking and trailhead locations to FTL (First Timer Line) are: View all parking locations in the area.
        ▼ How long does it take to ride FTL (First Timer Line)?
        Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 6 minutes to ride FTL (First Timer Line). The trail is 2,215 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
        ▼ How busy is FTL (First Timer Line)?
        FTL (First Timer Line) is a moderately popular trail. There have been 1,167 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 3,340 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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