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1.4 miles
Distance
281 ft
Climb
-47 ft
Descent
00:16:57
Avg time
235 ft
Altitude change
4,569 ft
Altitude min
4,827 ft
Altitude max
4,584 ft
Altitude start
4,820 ft
Altitude end
3.2%
Grade
-10.2%
Grade max
32.1%
Grade min
3,934 ft
Distance climb
1,273 ft
Distance down
2,133 ft
Distance flat
00:16:57
Avg time
Lower Châska Details
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Activities
- Mountain Bike
- E-Bike
- Hike
- Trail Running
- Snowshoe
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Riding AreaBlack Mountain Trail Network
Nordegg, Alberta -
Ref Number#15
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Difficulty Rating
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Local Popularity100 in Mountain Biking [+]
- 100 in E-Biking
- 5 in Trail Running
- 100 in Hiking
- 5 in Snowshoeing
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Global Ranking#629 in Mountain Biking [+]
- #5302 in E-Biking
- #351115 in Trail Running
- #92418 in Hiking
- #20448 in Snowshoeing
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Provincial Ranking#45 in Mountain Biking · Alberta [+]
- #67 in E-Biking
- #5,252 in Trail Running
- #1,526 in Hiking
- #694 in Snowshoeing
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Trail TypeMachine Groomed
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Bike TypeDH, AM, XC, DJ
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Dogs AllowedYes
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eBike Allowed
Lower Châska is a green rated (easier), dual-direction climbing trail.
Châska is the Stoney word for ‘Hawk,’ and is inspired by the hawks noticed during wildlife sweeps. These birds are often seen soaring above the network, and trails were arranged to respect their habitat.
Châska is the main climbing trail for the Black Mountain Trail Network. It is biker and hiker friendly. Whether you pedal, hike or run up the mountain, the route provides a purpose built, climb-orientated trail. Châska has three sections: Lower Châska, Middle Châska, and Upper Châska. Each section passes through one of the 3 main trail junctions of the mountain, and gives options for full or partial laps. Watch for optional side hits and features for extra fun in both directions. See the difference in each section as you move through deciduous forest, into coniferous, and then into the site of the 2022 Black Mountain Fire.
Traditionally Indigenous Territory
Recent Activity on Trail
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6 Months
- 178 rides
- 14 miles avg distance
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- 435 rides
- Last: Oct 4, 2026
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(52.427940, -116.251270)
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