This trail is permanently closed/decommissioned
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1,106 ft
Distance
-135 ft
Descent
00:02:45
Avg time
-135 ft
Altitude change
1,036 ft
Altitude min
1,171 ft
Altitude max
1,171 ft
Altitude start
1,037 ft
Altitude end
-12.2%
Grade
-67.3%
Grade max
-3%
Grade min
1,017 ft
Distance down
89 ft
Distance flat
00:02:45
Avg time

Missing Link Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
  • Riding Area
    Traquair Trails
    Innerleithen
  • Difficulty Rating
    Black Rate
  • Local Popularity
    50 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 60 in E-Biking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    AM, XC
  • Direction
    One Direction
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  • Climb Difficulty
    Blue
  • Physical Rating
    Moderate
  • Trail Visibility
    Sometimes hard to follow
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes up to Class 1

A small link trail which has been used in Enduro races. This leads into trails such as "Too hard for EWS" and "Inners Classic"

CARE NEEDS TO BE TAKEN AS THIS CROSSES OVER THE RED XC ROUTE

This trail is unsanctioned.

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Nov 4, 2025 @ 4:09pm (Europe/London)
Nov 4, 2025
 The deforesty service have made sure its gone
Mar 26, 2025 @ 2:05pm
Mar 26, 2025
Trail is clear. Not sure why TF keeps showing as closed.
Aug 4, 2024 @ 3:51am
Aug 4, 2024
May 26, 2024 @ 5:58am
May 26, 2024
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Apr 30, 2021 @ 2:46am
Apr 30, 2021
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        Directions to missing-link-50287 trailhead (55.616698, -3.026465)

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        Frequently Asked Questions About Missing Link

        ▼ Where is Missing Link located?
        Missing Link is located in Traquair Trails, Innerleithen, United Kingdom. It is part of the Traquair Trails trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 55.6167, -3.02647.
        ▼ How hard is Missing Link?
        Missing Link is rated as Black difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The average grade is 12.2%. The climb difficulty is rated Blue.
        ▼ What is the elevation gain for Missing Link?
        The trail has 41 m of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 316 m to 357 m.
        ▼ Is Missing Link a point to point trail?
        Yes, Missing Link is a point to point trail. The direction is One Direction. The trail type is singletrack.
        ▼ How long is Missing Link?
        Missing Link is 337.0 m long. The trail type is singletrack.
        ▼ Are dogs allowed on Missing Link?
        There is no information about dogs being allowed on Missing Link. Check with local trail managers or the trail page for the latest access rules.
        ▼ When is the best time of year to ride Missing Link?
        Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride Missing Link are:
        • August (4 activities)
        • April (3 activities)
        • October (2 activities)
        Check the reports page for current trail conditions.
        ▼ How do I access Missing Link? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
        The closest parking and trailhead locations to Missing Link are: View all parking locations in the area.
        ▼ How long does it take to ride Missing Link?
        Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 3 minutes to ride Missing Link. The trail is 337.0 m long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
        ▼ How busy is Missing Link?
        Missing Link is a moderately popular trail. There have been 847 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 798 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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