Kienjoch Upper

Technical trail starting from the Kienjoch peak. Shortly after the start, there is a very difficult, steep section with loose rock. This is one of the hardest sections of the trail. After this difficult section, the trail becomes somewhat narrow and exposed for a little while, then starts descending the north side in a series of switchbacks where the ability to do an alpine flick of the back wheel really helps. There are a few extremely difficult sequences of multiple switchbacks with only about a bike length between each switchback. This is the other really hard part of the trail. After the switchbacks the trail becomes flowy for a while and then enters the forest where there are some fairly difficult, rooty and rocky sections, more or less all rideable until the end. Overall a fun and interesting trail with a variety of terrains and challenging sections.

Access Info

There is no forest road up to summit of the Kienjoch. The bike must be pushed/carried up one of the hiking trails to the peak.

This trail is unsanctioned.