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1,709 ft
Distance
-201 ft
Descent
00:02:08
Avg time
-202 ft
Altitude change
303 ft
Altitude min
505 ft
Altitude max
505 ft
Altitude start
302 ft
Altitude end
-11.8%
Grade
-25%
Grade max
0.7%
Grade min
16 ft
Distance climb
1,601 ft
Distance down
95 ft
Distance flat
00:02:08
Avg time

Gnomies Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Mount Tzouhalem
    Duncan, British Columbia
  • Difficulty Rating
    Blue Rate
  • Local Popularity
    55 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 70 in E-Biking
    • 5 in Trail Running
    • 40 in Hiking
  • Global Ranking
    #17126 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #59936 in E-Biking
    • #260408 in Trail Running
    • #288498 in Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    AM
  • Direction
    Downhill Only
    Popular Direction Shown
  • Trail Visibility
    Always easy to follow
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes up to Class 1
  • TTFs on Trail
    Berm, Drop, Jump
  • Land Owner
    Municipality of North Cowichan

Downhill biking trail. Loose shale section. Nice berms and a few jumps with good flow.

This trail is unsanctioned.

Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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  • 7 miles avg distance
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  • 97 rides
  • Last: Aug 9, 2026
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on Jun 24, 2026
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Avg: 4.35 (5 votes)
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        Directions to gnomies trailhead (48.810610, -123.616930)
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        Technical Trail Features (TTF)

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        Frequently Asked Questions About Gnomies

        ▼ Where is Gnomies located?
        Gnomies is located in Mount Tzouhalem, Duncan, British Columbia, Canada. It is part of the Mount Tzouhalem trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 48.81061, -123.61693.
        ▼ How hard is Gnomies?
        Gnomies is rated as Blue difficulty. The average grade is 11.8%.
        ▼ What is the elevation gain for Gnomies?
        The trail has 201 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 303 ft to 505 ft.
        ▼ Is Gnomies a point to point trail?
        Yes, Gnomies is a point to point trail. The direction is Downhill Only. The trail type is singletrack.
        ▼ How long is Gnomies?
        Gnomies is 1,709 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
        ▼ Are dogs allowed on Gnomies?
        There is no information about dogs being allowed on Gnomies. Check with local trail managers or the trail page for the latest access rules.
        ▼ When is the best time of year to ride Gnomies?
        Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride Gnomies are:
        • June (10 activities)
        • August (8 activities)
        • September (6 activities)
        Check the reports page for current trail conditions.
        ▼ How do I access Gnomies? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
        The closest parking and trailhead locations to Gnomies are: View all parking locations in the area.
        ▼ How long does it take to ride Gnomies?
        Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 3 minutes to ride Gnomies. The trail is 1,709 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
        ▼ How busy is Gnomies?
        Gnomies is a moderately popular trail. There have been 557 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 804 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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