more stats
3,383 ft
Distance
-913 ft
Descent
00:04:58
Avg time
-913 ft
Altitude change
7,443 ft
Altitude min
8,355 ft
Altitude max
8,355 ft
Altitude start
7,444 ft
Altitude end
-27%
Grade
-124.7%
Grade max
-9.2%
Grade min
3,383 ft
Distance down
00:04:58
Avg time

Midnight Train Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Kijabe Trails
    Kijabe
  • Difficulty Rating
  • Local Popularity
    85 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 5 in E-Biking
    • 95 in Trail Running
    • 5 in Hiking
  • Global Ranking
    #10863 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #150448 in E-Biking
    • #80683 in Trail Running
    • #314474 in Hiking
  • National Ranking
    #32 in Mountain Biking · Kenya [+]
    • #64 in E-Biking
    • #32 in Trail Running
    • #244 in Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    DH, AM, XC
  • Direction
    Downhill Only
    Popular Direction Shown
  • Climb Difficulty
    Green
  • Physical Rating
    Hard
  • Trail Visibility
    Sometimes hard to follow
  • Season
    Year round
  • eBike Allowed
  • TTFs on Trail
    Drop
  • Year Opened
    2021

Dense forest single track that gets steep at the end, with a few optional drops.

Tags
DropsFaint trail

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Recent Activity on Trail

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6 Months
  • 10 rides
  • 13 miles avg distance
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  • 39 rides
  • Last: Sep 25, 2026
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Midnight Train Trail Reports

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Dec 13, 2024 @ 3:37pm
Dec 13, 2024
reporter Dialed! Turn left at top after new hip jump and go straight down. Keep an eye out for slippery roots. Catch berms in the steep section in the...
Oct 28, 2023 @ 9:02am
Oct 28, 2023
Epic!!!!!
Oct 18, 2023 @ 8:10am
Oct 18, 2023
Epic!! Frank’s jump is finally rideable!
May 23, 2023 @ 3:16am
May 23, 2023
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Status:
on Dec 13, 2024
Ideal
Avg: 3.99 (2 votes)
Your vote: 0

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      Directions to midnight-train trailhead (-0.934560, 36.603950)

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      Dec 25, 2021 @ 6:01am
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      Videos

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      Midnight train berms
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      0:24 | 29 | Oct 28, 2023 , Kijabe

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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is Midnight Train located?
      Midnight Train is located in Kijabe Trails, Kijabe, Kenya. It is part of the Kijabe Trails trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates -0.93456, 36.60395.
      ▼ How hard is Midnight Train?
      Midnight Train is rated as Black Diamond difficulty. The physical rating is Hard. The average grade is 27%. The climb difficulty is rated Green.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for Midnight Train?
      The trail has 913 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 7,443 ft to 8,355 ft.
      ▼ Is Midnight Train a point to point trail?
      Yes, Midnight Train is a point to point trail. The direction is Downhill Only. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ How long is Midnight Train?
      Midnight Train is 3,383 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Midnight Train?
      There is no information about dogs being allowed on Midnight Train. Check with local trail managers or the trail page for the latest access rules.
      ▼ When is the best time of year to ride Midnight Train?
      Midnight Train is best visited during: Year round.
      ▼ How do I access Midnight Train? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Midnight Train are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to ride Midnight Train?
      Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 5 minutes to ride Midnight Train. The trail is 3,383 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
      ▼ How busy is Midnight Train?
      Midnight Train is a very popular trail. There have been 355 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 356 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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