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2,008 ft
Distance
-82 ft
Descent
00:04:05
Avg time
-83 ft
Altitude change
714 ft
Altitude min
797 ft
Altitude max
797 ft
Altitude start
715 ft
Altitude end
-4.1%
Grade
-12.6%
Grade max
1,854 ft
Distance down
00:04:05
Avg time

Launchpad Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
    • Winter Fat Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
    • Snowshoe
  • Riding Area
    Memphremagog Trails
    Derby, Vermont
  • Difficulty Rating
    Blue Rate
  • Local Popularity
    55 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 55 in E-Biking
    • 5 in Trail Running
    • 5 in Hiking
    • 5 in Snowshoeing
  • Global Ranking
    #97920 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #80018 in E-Biking
    • #320778 in Trail Running
    • #320185 in Hiking
    • #9093 in Snowshoeing
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Snow Grooming
    Groomed Smooth
  • Bike Type
    XC, Fat
  • Climb Difficulty
    Blue
  • Physical Rating
    Moderate
  • Trail Visibility
    Always easy to follow
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes up to Class 1
  • TTFs on Trail
    Berm, Drop

Launchpad begins with a technical rock drop (there is an easy way around) at the upper end of Up and Over and returns to Up and Over near the teeter totter feature.

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Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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  • 9 miles avg distance
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  • 73 rides
  • Last: Jul 27, 2026
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May 29, 2026 @ 9:34am (America/New_York)
May 29, 2026
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May 5, 2026 @ 10:16am (America/New_York)
May 5, 2026
 reporter Upper section is open
Feb 25, 2026 @ 12:31pm (America/New_York)
Feb 25, 2026
 reporter Sweet riding!
Feb 6, 2026 @ 2:11pm (America/New_York)
Feb 6, 2026
 reporter A+ riding!
Jan 16, 2026 @ 1:24pm (America/New_York)
Jan 16, 2026
 reporter Firm and fast, some ice lurking but mostly crust and packed powder.
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Ideal
Avg: 3.86 (3 votes)
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        Frequently Asked Questions About Launchpad

        ▼ Where is Launchpad located?
        Launchpad is located in Memphremagog Trails, Derby, Vermont, United States. It is part of the Memphremagog Trails trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 44.95873, -72.18499.
        ▼ How hard is Launchpad?
        Launchpad is rated as Blue difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The average grade is 4.1%. The climb difficulty is rated Blue.
        ▼ What is the elevation gain for Launchpad?
        The trail has 82 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 714 ft to 797 ft.
        ▼ How long is Launchpad?
        Launchpad is 2,008 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
        ▼ Are dogs allowed on Launchpad?
        Yes, dogs are allowed on Launchpad. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
        ▼ When is the best time of year to ride Launchpad?
        Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride Launchpad are:
        • November (5 activities)
        • August (5 activities)
        • May (5 activities)
        Check the reports page for current trail conditions.
        ▼ How do I access Launchpad? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
        The closest parking and trailhead locations to Launchpad are: View all parking locations in the area.
        ▼ How long does it take to ride Launchpad?
        Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 3 minutes to ride Launchpad. The trail is 2,008 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
        ▼ How busy is Launchpad?
        Launchpad is a moderately popular trail. There have been 320 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 354 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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