more stats
1,430 ft
Distance
-86 ft
Descent
00:01:37
Avg time
-86 ft
Altitude change
3,762 ft
Altitude min
3,848 ft
Altitude max
3,848 ft
Altitude start
3,763 ft
Altitude end
-6%
Grade
-15%
Grade max
4.9%
Grade min
30 ft
Distance climb
1,056 ft
Distance down
348 ft
Distance flat
00:01:37
Avg time

Goblins Glen Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Karkloof Country Club
    Howick
  • Difficulty Rating
    Blue Rate
  • Local Popularity
    80 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 75 in E-Biking
    • 100 in Trail Running
    • 90 in Hiking
  • Global Ranking
    #144067 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #70181 in E-Biking
    • #3333 in Trail Running
    • #24068 in Hiking
  • Hiking SAC Scale
    T1 Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    AM, XC
  • Direction
    Downhill Primary
    Popular Direction Shown
  • Climb Difficulty
    Blue
  • Physical Rating
    Moderate
  • Trail Visibility
    Always easy to follow
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes up to Class 1
  • Land Owner
    SAPPI

Slightly technical section if taken at speed. Small rock garden half way through.

Access Info

Day license/indemnity or annual membership compulsory to make use of this trail

Local Trail Association

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  • 16 miles avg distance
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  • 23 rides
  • Last: Sep 10, 2026
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      Frequently Asked Questions About Goblins Glen

      ▼ Where is Goblins Glen located?
      Goblins Glen is located in Karkloof Country Club, Howick, South Africa. It is part of the Karkloof Country Club trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates -29.46157, 30.21765.
      ▼ How hard is Goblins Glen?
      Goblins Glen is rated as Blue difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The average grade is 6%. The climb difficulty is rated Blue.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for Goblins Glen?
      The trail has 86 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 3,762 ft to 3,848 ft.
      ▼ Is Goblins Glen a point to point trail?
      Goblins Glen is not a point to point trail. The direction is Downhill Primary. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ How long is Goblins Glen?
      Goblins Glen is 1,430 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Goblins Glen?
      There is no information about dogs being allowed on Goblins Glen. Check with local trail managers or the trail page for the latest access rules.
      ▼ When is the best time of year to ride Goblins Glen?
      Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride Goblins Glen are:
      • July (8 activities)
      • June (2 activities)
      • August (2 activities)
      Check the reports page for current trail conditions.
      ▼ How do I access Goblins Glen? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Goblins Glen are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to ride Goblins Glen?
      Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 2 minutes to ride Goblins Glen. The trail is 1,430 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
      ▼ How busy is Goblins Glen?
      Goblins Glen is a very popular trail. There have been 838 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 884 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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