more stats
1,562 ft
Distance
-31 ft
Descent
00:03:09
Avg time
-32 ft
Altitude change
414 ft
Altitude min
446 ft
Altitude max
446 ft
Altitude start
413 ft
Altitude end
-2%
Grade
-10%
Grade max
0.8%
Grade min
1,168 ft
Distance down
394 ft
Distance flat
00:03:09
Avg time

Low Expecations Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Harmony Valley Conservation Area
    Oshawa, Ontario
  • Difficulty Rating
    Green Rate
  • Local Popularity
    25 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 5 in Trail Running
    • 5 in Hiking
  • Global Ranking
    #306929 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #288064 in Trail Running
    • #280633 in Hiking
  • Provincial Ranking
    #7,551 in Mountain Biking · Ontario [+]
    • #7,537 in Trail Running
    • #8,005 in Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    DH, AM
  • Direction
    Both Directions
    Popular Direction Shown
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes

Smooth and fast riding trail along the creek with two entrances depending on your comfort level. The plotted entrance is a smooth rolling hill, but there is a janky entrance by the bridge.

Merges into Lowered Expectations just after the hill down from Dark Trail.

This trail is unsanctioned.

Tags
BridgesRiver or creek

Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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  • Last: Nov 21, 2025
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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is Low Expecations located?
      Low Expecations is located in Harmony Valley Conservation Area, Oshawa, Ontario, Canada. It is part of the Harmony Valley Conservation Area trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 43.92682, -78.83019.
      ▼ How hard is Low Expecations?
      Low Expecations is rated as Green difficulty. The average grade is 2%.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for Low Expecations?
      The trail has 31 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 414 ft to 446 ft.
      ▼ Is Low Expecations a point to point trail?
      Low Expecations is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ How long is Low Expecations?
      Low Expecations is 1,562 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Low Expecations?
      Yes, dogs are allowed on Low Expecations. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
      ▼ How do I access Low Expecations? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Low Expecations are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to ride Low Expecations?
      Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 3 minutes to ride Low Expecations. The trail is 1,562 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
      ▼ How busy is Low Expecations?
      Low Expecations is a less popular trail with lighter traffic. There have been 6 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 6 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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