more stats
4,134 ft
Distance
10 ft
Climb
-231 ft
Descent
00:07:28
Avg time
-220 ft
Altitude change
3,339 ft
Altitude min
3,559 ft
Altitude max
3,559 ft
Altitude start
3,340 ft
Altitude end
-5.3%
Grade
-23.6%
Grade max
5.4%
Grade min
338 ft
Distance climb
2,861 ft
Distance down
912 ft
Distance flat
00:07:28
Avg time

Hymenoptera Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
  • Riding Area
    CBT Mainline Network
    Golden, British Columbia
  • Difficulty Rating
  • Local Popularity
    85 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 85 in E-Biking
  • Global Ranking
    #60109 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #43637 in E-Biking
  • Trail Type
    Machine Groomed
  • Bike Type
    AM, XC
  • Physical Rating
    Moderate
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • eBike Allowed
  • TTFs on Trail
    Berm, Drop, Jump, Gap Jump, Pump Track

Big hits, wooden features and steep berms are littered all over this machine built trail. Hymenoptera (Order: winged insects) takes advantage of all the vertical it can in setting riders up for doubles and step downs. Hymenoptera is one directional only: down It’s sure to be a hit.

While Hymenoptera can be ridden as a blue, it has many optional black and double black choices. Scout if unsure. We have not signed anything except the entrance.

Hymenoptera returns the rider to the aluminum bridge at the upper end of CBT Mainline trail.

Access Info

Hymenoptera branches off the top of Hemiptera in the woods just 100m south of the communications tower. It’s signed.

Local Trail Association

Recent Activity on Trail

Past Week
  • 7 rides
  • 17 miles average
6 Months
  • 71 rides
  • 11 miles avg distance
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  • 383 rides
  • Last: Sep 14, 2026
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Hymenoptera Trail Reports

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Apr 24, 2026 @ 4:44pm (America/Edmonton)
Apr 24, 2026
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Mar 30, 2026 @ 7:55pm (America/Edmonton)
Mar 30, 2026
reporter The trail crew will open trails as they are assessed. Thanks.
May 31, 2025 @ 10:06am
May 31, 2025
Riding great! Dry
Apr 24, 2025 @ 5:21pm
Apr 24, 2025
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Mar 12, 2025 @ 12:23pm
Mar 12, 2025
reporter Even though it feels like the start of the riding season the trails are still not good to go. Even the sunny slopes have sections with snow and...
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on Apr 24, 2026
Variable
Avg: 4.37 (12 votes)
Your vote: 0

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      Directions to hymenoptera trailhead (51.278290, -116.995340)

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      Frequently Asked Questions About Hymenoptera

      Where is Hymenoptera located?
      Hymenoptera is located in CBT Mainline Network, Golden, British Columbia, Canada. It is part of the CBT Mainline Network trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 51.27809, -116.99527.
      How hard is Hymenoptera?
      Hymenoptera is rated as Blue difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The average grade is 5%.
      What is the elevation gain for Hymenoptera?
      Hymenoptera has 2 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 208 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 3,337 ft to 3,544 ft.
      Is Hymenoptera a point to point trail?
      Yes, Hymenoptera is a point to point trail. The direction is Downhill Only. The trail type is machine groomed.
      How long is Hymenoptera?
      Hymenoptera is 4,111 ft long. The trail type is machine groomed.
      Are dogs allowed on Hymenoptera?
      Yes, dogs are allowed on Hymenoptera. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
      When is the best time of year to ride Hymenoptera?
      Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride Hymenoptera are:
      • July (68 activities)
      • October (61 activities)
      • June (55 activities)
      Check the reports page for current trail conditions.
      How do I access Hymenoptera? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Hymenoptera are: View all parking locations in the area.
      How long does it take to ride Hymenoptera?
      Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 7 minutes to ride Hymenoptera. The trail is 4,111 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
      How busy is Hymenoptera?
      Hymenoptera is a very popular trail. There have been 2,197 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 2,367 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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