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4,623 ft
Distance
46 ft
Climb
-391 ft
Descent
00:03:51
Avg time
-346 ft
Altitude change
610 ft
Altitude min
967 ft
Altitude max
965 ft
Altitude start
620 ft
Altitude end
-7.5%
Grade
-44.2%
Grade max
20.6%
Grade min
663 ft
Distance climb
3,169 ft
Distance down
791 ft
Distance flat
00:03:51
Avg time

Green15-Mongoose Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
    • Gravel Bike
  • Riding Area
  • Difficulty Rating
  • Local Popularity
    85 in Mountain Biking heatmap [+]
    • 70 in E-Biking
    • 90 in Gravel Biking
  • Global Ranking
    #49085 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #39526 in E-Biking
    • #1512 in Gravel Biking
  • National Ranking
    #615 in Mountain Biking · South Africa [+]
    • #617 in E-Biking
    • #13 in Gravel Biking
  • Blaze Color
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    XC, Gravel
  • Direction
    Downhill Only
    Popular Direction Shown
  • Physical Rating
    Moderate
  • Trail Visibility
    Always easy to follow
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes up to Class 1
  • TTFs on Trail
    Drop
  • Land Owner
    Bottelary Hills Renosterveld Conservancy

Mongoose downhill single track; challenging when ridden at speed; great fun.
Some sharp bends and a small drop. Can be loose in the dry summer months.

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  • 2 rides
  • 19 miles average
6 Months
  • 60 rides
  • 19 miles avg distance
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  • 259 rides
  • Last: Nov 11, 2026
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Green15-Mongoose Trail Reports

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Sep 24, 2026 @ 6:25am (Africa/Johannesburg)
Sep 23, 2026
Aug 19, 2024 @ 11:12am
Aug 19, 2024
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Aug 9, 2024 @ 3:00am
Aug 9, 2024
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Aug 8, 2024 @ 8:47am
Aug 8, 2024
reporter Mongoose is open again following maintenance. Might still have soft and loose spots; take it easy.
Aug 2, 2024 @ 11:48am
Aug 2, 2024
reporter Mongoose single track is closed for maintenance
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on Sep 24, 2026
Ideal
Avg: 4.24 (2 votes)
Your vote: 0

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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is Green15-Mongoose located?
      Green15-Mongoose is located in Bottelary Hills Conservancy MTB Trails, Stellenbosch, South Africa. It is part of the Bottelary Hills Conservancy MTB Trails trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates -33.92465, 18.73325.
      ▼ How hard is Green15-Mongoose?
      Green15-Mongoose is rated as Blue difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The average grade is 7.5%.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for Green15-Mongoose?
      Green15-Mongoose has 46 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 391 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 610 ft to 967 ft.
      ▼ Is Green15-Mongoose a point to point trail?
      Yes, Green15-Mongoose is a point to point trail. The direction is Downhill Only. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ How long is Green15-Mongoose?
      Green15-Mongoose is 4,623 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Green15-Mongoose?
      There is no information about dogs being allowed on Green15-Mongoose. Check with local trail managers or the trail page for the latest access rules.
      ▼ When is the best time of year to ride Green15-Mongoose?
      Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride Green15-Mongoose are:
      • March (30 activities)
      • October (24 activities)
      • May (22 activities)
      Check the reports page for current trail conditions.
      ▼ How do I access Green15-Mongoose? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Green15-Mongoose are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to ride Green15-Mongoose?
      Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 4 minutes to ride Green15-Mongoose. The trail is 4,623 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
      ▼ How busy is Green15-Mongoose?
      Green15-Mongoose is a very popular trail. There have been 2,621 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 2,587 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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