more stats
1,217 ft
Distance
3 ft
Climb
-173 ft
Descent
00:00:47
Avg time
-171 ft
Altitude change
4,190 ft
Altitude min
4,360 ft
Altitude max
4,360 ft
Altitude start
4,190 ft
Altitude end
-14%
Grade
-31.9%
Grade max
4.8%
Grade min
30 ft
Distance climb
981 ft
Distance down
207 ft
Distance flat
00:00:47
Avg time

Gums Upper Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Karkloof Country Club
    Howick
  • Difficulty Rating
    Black Diamond Rate
  • Local Popularity
    55 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 5 in E-Biking
    • 70 in Trail Running
    • 80 in Hiking
  • Global Ranking
    #114968 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #228677 in E-Biking
    • #127667 in Trail Running
    • #100960 in Hiking
  • National Ranking
    #1,396 in Mountain Biking · South Africa [+]
    • #4,263 in E-Biking
    • #2,301 in Trail Running
    • #1,561 in Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    DH, AM, XC
  • Direction
    Downhill Only
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes up to Class 1
  • TTFs on Trail
    Drop, Rock Garden
  • Land Owner
    SAPPI

Technical singletrack for experienced riders. Can be very slippery in wet conditions.

Access Info

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

Tags
DropsRock gardens
Local Trail Association

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  • Last: Sep 12, 2026
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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is Gums Upper located?
      Gums Upper 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 -29.44225, 30.2163.
      ▼ How hard is Gums Upper?
      Gums Upper is rated as Black Diamond difficulty. The average grade is 14%.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for Gums Upper?
      Gums Upper has 3 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 173 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 4,190 ft to 4,360 ft.
      ▼ Is Gums Upper a point to point trail?
      Yes, Gums Upper is a point to point trail. The direction is Downhill Only. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ How long is Gums Upper?
      Gums Upper is 1,217 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Gums Upper?
      There is no information about dogs being allowed on Gums Upper. Check with local trail managers or the trail page for the latest access rules.
      ▼ How do I access Gums Upper? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Gums Upper are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to ride Gums Upper?
      Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 1 minute to ride Gums Upper. The trail is 1,217 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
      ▼ How busy is Gums Upper?
      Gums Upper is a moderately popular trail. There have been 52 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 53 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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