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1.3 miles
Distance
10 ft
Climb
-736 ft
Descent
00:06:51
Avg time
-727 ft
Altitude change
5,960 ft
Altitude min
6,686 ft
Altitude max
6,686 ft
Altitude start
5,961 ft
Altitude end
-10.7%
Grade
-37.3%
Grade max
8%
Grade min
200 ft
Distance climb
1 mile
Distance down
482 ft
Distance flat
00:06:51
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Nessy Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
  • Riding Area
    Big White Bike Park
    Kelowna, British Columbia
  • AKA
    24
  • Difficulty Rating
    Green Rate
  • Local Popularity
    55 in Mountain Biking
  • Global Ranking
    #114982 in Mountain Biking
  • Trail Type
    Machine Groomed
  • Bike Type
    DH, AM
  • Direction
    Downhill Only
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  • Trail Visibility
    Always easy to follow
  • Alpine Trail
    Yes
  • TTFs on Trail
    Berm, Jump
  • Year Opened
    2017
  • Land Owner
    Big White Ski Resort Ltd

After Prybar continue down Nessy. A great trail to get the feeling of berms. Ride it slow and it's easier, ride it faster for more fun Always be aware that this is a green trail and you will find people new to the sport and unsure of their skill on this.

Bike Park

Traditionally Indigenous Territory

Recent Activity on Trail

Past Week
  • 5 rides
  • 15 miles average
6 Months
  • 32 rides
  • 21 miles avg distance
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  • 301 rides
  • Last: Aug 28, 2026
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Jul 1, 2026 @ 6:09pm (America/Vancouver)
Jul 1, 2026
 Open for the 2026 bike season!
Apr 30, 2026 @ 2:34pm (America/Vancouver)
Apr 30, 2026
 Opening Day - July 1st 2026. See you soon
Jun 27, 2025 @ 9:49am
Jun 27, 2025
 Open for the 2025 Bike Park Season! We're open Thursday to Sunday and holiday Mondays. Please respect closures.
Sep 3, 2024 @ 12:09pm
Sep 3, 2024
 Closed for 2024... See you back on the trails in 2025!
Jul 10, 2024 @ 8:57am
Jul 10, 2024
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Ideal
Avg: 3.7 (11 votes)
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        Frequently Asked Questions About Nessy

        ▼ Where is Nessy located?
        Nessy is located in Big White Bike Park, Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada. It is part of the Big White Bike Park trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 49.73529, -118.92391.
        ▼ How hard is Nessy?
        Nessy is rated as Green difficulty. The average grade is 11.6%.
        ▼ What is the elevation gain for Nessy?
        Nessy has 4 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 732 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 5,959 ft to 6,686 ft.
        ▼ Is Nessy a point to point trail?
        Yes, Nessy is a point to point trail. The direction is Downhill Only. The trail type is machine groomed.
        ▼ How long is Nessy?
        Nessy is 1.2 miles long. The trail type is machine groomed.
        ▼ Are dogs allowed on Nessy?
        There is no information about dogs being allowed on Nessy. Check with local trail managers or the trail page for the latest access rules.
        ▼ When is the best time of year to ride Nessy?
        Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride Nessy are:
        • July (197 activities)
        • August (127 activities)
        • September (16 activities)
        Check the reports page for current trail conditions.
        ▼ How do I access Nessy? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
        The closest parking and trailhead locations to Nessy are: View all parking locations in the area.
        ▼ How long does it take to ride Nessy?
        Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 6 minutes to ride Nessy. The trail is 1.2 miles long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
        ▼ How busy is Nessy?
        Nessy is a moderately popular trail. There have been 1,195 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 1,998 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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