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4,272 ft
Distance
7 ft
Climb
-319 ft
Descent
00:07:35
Avg time
-314 ft
Altitude change
4,443 ft
Altitude min
4,757 ft
Altitude max
4,757 ft
Altitude start
4,442 ft
Altitude end
-7.4%
Grade
-30.5%
Grade max
5%
Grade min
164 ft
Distance climb
3,658 ft
Distance down
312 ft
Distance flat
00:07:35
Avg time

Lebensrun Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • Horse
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Horseshoe / G8
    Canmore, Alberta
  • AKA
    Let it Roll
  • Difficulty Rating
    Blue Rate
  • Local Popularity
    95 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 95 in Trail Running
    • 50 in Hiking
    • 5 in Horseback
  • Global Ranking
    #18626 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #36309 in Trail Running
    • #115399 in Hiking
    • #3758 in Horseback
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    XC
  • Direction
    Downhill Primary
    Popular Direction Shown
  • Season
    Apr-Oct
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • eBike Allowed
    No
  • TTFs on Trail
    Skinny, Teeter Totter
  • Ride in Rain
    Yes

A short climb up from Horseshoe middle to a skinny made from a fallen tree. The trail then heads into a fast descent, please follow the signage to connect with Elk Run Blvd.

Note: This is horse country and a multi use trail, please call out, control your speed and be ready to stop if needed.

Access Info

Look for the sign on Horseshoe Middle on the west side of the dip.

This trail is unsanctioned.

Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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  • 7 miles average
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  • 176 rides
  • 9 miles avg distance
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  • 1,026 rides
  • Last: Aug 24, 2026
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        Frequently Asked Questions About Lebensrun

        ▼ Where is Lebensrun located?
        Lebensrun is located in Horseshoe / G8, Canmore, Alberta, Canada. It is part of the Horseshoe / G8 trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 51.08795, -115.31517.
        ▼ How hard is Lebensrun?
        Lebensrun is rated as Blue difficulty. The average grade is 7.4%.
        ▼ What is the elevation gain for Lebensrun?
        Lebensrun has 2 m of elevation gain. The trail has 97 m of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 1,354 m to 1,450 m.
        ▼ Is Lebensrun a point to point trail?
        Lebensrun is not a point to point trail. The direction is Downhill Primary. The trail type is singletrack.
        ▼ How long is Lebensrun?
        Lebensrun is 1.3 km long. The trail type is singletrack.
        ▼ Are dogs allowed on Lebensrun?
        Yes, dogs are allowed on Lebensrun. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
        ▼ When is the best time of year to ride Lebensrun?
        Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride Lebensrun are:
        • July (122 activities)
        • May (110 activities)
        • June (107 activities)
        Check the reports page for current trail conditions.
        ▼ How do I access Lebensrun? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
        The closest parking and trailhead locations to Lebensrun are: View all parking locations in the area.
        ▼ How long does it take to ride Lebensrun?
        Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 8 minutes to ride Lebensrun. The trail is 1.3 km long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
        ▼ How busy is Lebensrun?
        Lebensrun is a very popular trail. There have been 8,021 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 8,024 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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