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1,532 ft
Distance
42 ft
Climb
-167 ft
Descent
1,682 ft
High Point
-133 ft
Altitude change
1,506 ft
Altitude min
1,639 ft
Altitude start
1,506 ft
Altitude end
-8.7%
Grade
-77.4%
Grade max
17.8%
Grade min
479 ft
Distance climb
906 ft
Distance down
148 ft
Distance flat

Maxwell Tree Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Pacific Union College Forest
    Angwin, California
  • Difficulty Rating
    Black Diamond Rate
  • Local Popularity
    60 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 55 in E-Biking
    • 45 in Trail Running
    • 5 in Hiking
  • Global Ranking
    #236307 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #74792 in E-Biking
    • #322203 in Trail Running
    • #278356 in Hiking
  • Hiking SAC Scale
    T2 Mountain Hiking
  • Trail Exposure
    High Risk
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    AM, XC
  • Direction
    Downhill Primary
    Popular Direction Shown
  • Physical Rating
    Easy
  • Trail Visibility
    Always easy to follow
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes
  • TTFs on Trail
    Skinny
  • Land Owner
    Pacific Union College

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AI Generated Description

Maxwell Tree is a 1,532 ft moderately popular black diamond difficulty singletrack trail located near Angwin California. This multi-use trail can be used downhill primary and has a easy overall physical rating. It features skinny. Exposure: High Risk of Serious Injury. Trail visibility is always easy to follow.

Local Trail Association
Traditionally Indigenous Territory

Recent Activity on Trail

Past Week
  • 5 rides
  • 30 miles average
6 Months
  • 9 rides
  • 22 miles avg distance
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  • 24 rides
  • Last: Sep 21, 2026
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Maxwell Tree Trail Reports

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Oct 12, 2025 @ 6:21am (America/Los_Angeles)
Oct 12, 2025
Tree down near the end in the rocky/drop area just after the other tree that can be ridden under.
Jun 25, 2025 @ 5:04pm
Jun 25, 2025
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Feb 8, 2025 @ 3:12pm
Feb 8, 2025
 Some overhanging branches during the narrow tech. Medium tree down across trail towards the bottom.
Oct 29, 2024 @ 5:18pm
Oct 29, 2024
 reporter Low hanger trees and some very overgrown brush in exposed areas. Take caution
May 14, 2024 @ 8:46am
May 14, 2024
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      1 Review & Comments

      BanzaiBrooks BanzaiBrooks
      5/14/25 An Ebikers perspective. Starts out a wide flat sub-Green trail, but like throwing a switch, it soon descends into its own Black madness real quick. One tree down messed my flow. Enjoyable.

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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is Maxwell Tree located?
      Maxwell Tree is located in Pacific Union College Forest, Angwin, California, United States. It is part of the Pacific Union College Forest trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 38.56944, -122.41025.
      ▼ How hard is Maxwell Tree?
      Maxwell Tree is rated as Black Diamond difficulty. The physical rating is Easy. The average grade is 8.7%.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for Maxwell Tree?
      Maxwell Tree has 42 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 167 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 1,506 ft to 1,682 ft.
      ▼ Is Maxwell Tree a point to point trail?
      Maxwell Tree is not a point to point trail. The direction is Downhill Primary. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ How long is Maxwell Tree?
      Maxwell Tree is 1,532 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Maxwell Tree?
      There is no information about dogs being allowed on Maxwell Tree. Check with local trail managers or the trail page for the latest access rules.
      ▼ How do I access Maxwell Tree? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Maxwell Tree are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How busy is Maxwell Tree?
      Maxwell Tree is a moderately popular trail. There have been 110 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 113 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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