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4,518 ft
Distance
245 ft
Climb
-214 ft
Descent
00:09:24
Avg time
29 ft
Altitude change
3,201 ft
Altitude min
3,385 ft
Altitude max
3,201 ft
Altitude start
3,232 ft
Altitude end
0.6%
Grade
-40%
Grade max
30.9%
Grade min
2,326 ft
Distance climb
1,683 ft
Distance down
509 ft
Distance flat
00:09:24
Avg time
Magic Dragon Details
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Activities
- Mountain Bike
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- Trail Running
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Riding AreaMountain Shadows
Golden, British Columbia -
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Local Popularity90 in Mountain Biking [+]
- 85 in E-Biking
- 90 in Trail Running
- 55 in Hiking
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Trail TypeSingletrack
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Bike TypeXC
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DirectionBoth DirectionsPopular Direction Shown
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Dogs AllowedYes
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eBike Allowed
Magic Dragon has several interesting sections of trail which all link together effectively. A substantial part of this trail is descending if ridden in a counter -clockwise direction (recommended). When followed up with Huff & Puff and then Chute the Duck, this combo provides one of the best descents to the valley floor.
Towards it southern half, the height of land for Magic Dragon is marked by a very cool large boulder that will check your shoulder as you pass. This is also where the trail will generally descend to the north. If heading north, ride for several hundred meters and then stay left at the intersection with Cliffside, continuing down Magic Dragon. Hit the hip and then after 25m watch for an easily missed sharp right leading over a drop to another hip banking left. Alternatively, you can skip the sharp right and continue wrapping around right for 20m for the ride around. The next intersection is with Huff & Puff. It is highly recommended to rail this corner to the right, and continue down Huff & Puff for the best value. However, if you continue straight through this intersection, more options also open up to more trails.
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Traditionally Indigenous Territory
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- 8 miles average
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- 477 rides
- Last: Jun 23, 2026
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Directions to magic-dragon trailhead
(51.278960, -116.923820)
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Frequently Asked Questions About Magic Dragon
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Where is Magic Dragon located?
Magic Dragon is located in Mountain Shadows, Golden, British Columbia, Canada. It is part of the Mountain Shadows trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 51.27896, -116.92382.
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How hard is Magic Dragon?
Magic Dragon is rated as Blue difficulty. The average grade is 0.6%.
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What is the elevation gain for Magic Dragon?
Magic Dragon has 245 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 214 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 3,201 ft to 3,385 ft.
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Is Magic Dragon a point to point trail?
Magic Dragon is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is singletrack.
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