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869 ft
Distance
-56 ft
Descent
00:01:14
Avg time
-56 ft
Altitude change
987 ft
Altitude min
1,045 ft
Altitude max
1,043 ft
Altitude start
988 ft
Altitude end
-6.5%
Grade
-22.6%
Grade max
1.7%
Grade min
39 ft
Distance climb
689 ft
Distance down
141 ft
Distance flat
00:01:14
Avg time

Grizzyle Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Ridge Runner
    Nanaimo, British Columbia
  • Difficulty Rating
    Blue Rate
  • Local Popularity
    60 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 75 in E-Biking
    • 30 in Trail Running
    • 40 in Hiking
  • Global Ranking
    #236480 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #37630 in E-Biking
    • #157841 in Trail Running
    • #154230 in Hiking
  • Provincial Ranking
    #9,237 in Mountain Biking · British Columbia [+]
    • #2,561 in E-Biking
    • #9,831 in Trail Running
    • #9,588 in Hiking
  • Hiking SAC Scale
    T2 Mountain Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    AM, XC
  • Direction
    Downhill Primary
  • Climb Difficulty
    Blue
  • Physical Rating
    Moderate
  • Trail Visibility
    Always easy to follow
  • TTFs on Trail
    Berm, Rock Face
  • Ride in Rain
    Yes
  • Lighting
    No
  • Year Opened
    2025

A quick paced XC trail with a few tight sections and steepish rock face winding through meadows and wooded areas. Best when paired with 10.52 to add some downhill spice to your ride. This trail was built in memory of Grizzyle.

Access Info

Top of trail can be found on Fracture Line across from Nimbus.

This trail is unsanctioned.

Tags
BermsMeadowRock slabs

Trail Supporters

Traditionally Indigenous Territory

Recent Activity on Trail

Past Week
  • 2 rides
  • 8 miles average
6 Months
  • 17 rides
  • 10 miles avg distance
All
  • 50 rides
  • Last: Oct 21, 2026
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      Directions to grizzyle trailhead (49.102290, -123.995120)
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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is Grizzyle located?
      Grizzyle is located in Ridge Runner, Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada. It is part of the Ridge Runner trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 49.10229, -123.99512.
      ▼ How hard is Grizzyle?
      Grizzyle is rated as Blue difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The average grade is 6.5%. The climb difficulty is rated Blue.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for Grizzyle?
      The trail has 56 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 987 ft to 1,045 ft.
      ▼ Is Grizzyle a point to point trail?
      Grizzyle is not a point to point trail. The direction is Downhill Primary. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ How long is Grizzyle?
      Grizzyle is 869 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Grizzyle?
      There is no information about dogs being allowed on Grizzyle. Check with local trail managers or the trail page for the latest access rules.
      ▼ How do I access Grizzyle? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Grizzyle are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to ride Grizzyle?
      Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 1 minute to ride Grizzyle. The trail is 869 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
      ▼ How busy is Grizzyle?
      Grizzyle is a moderately popular trail. There have been 118 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 137 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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