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4,964 ft
Distance
4 ft
Climb
-257 ft
Descent
567 ft
High Point
-253 ft
Altitude change
314 ft
Altitude min
567 ft
Altitude start
315 ft
Altitude end
-5.1%
Grade
-18.6%
Grade max
1.9%
Grade min
259 ft
Distance climb
4,403 ft
Distance down
305 ft
Distance flat

Nightshade Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Ragged Mountain Memorial Preserve
    Berlin, Connecticut
  • Difficulty Rating
  • Local Popularity
    5 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 5 in Trail Running
    • 5 in Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Direction
    Downhill Primary
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • Land Owner
    Town of Berlin

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Nightshade is a 4,964 ft less popular blue difficulty singletrack trail located near Berlin Connecticut. This mountain bike primary trail can be used downhill primary.

Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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        Frequently Asked Questions About Nightshade

        Where is Nightshade located?
        Nightshade is located in Ragged Mountain Memorial Preserve, Berlin, Connecticut, United States. It is part of the Ragged Mountain Memorial Preserve trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 41.61604, -72.81591.
        How hard is Nightshade?
        Nightshade is rated as Blue difficulty. The average grade is 5.1%.
        What is the elevation gain for Nightshade?
        Nightshade has 4 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 257 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 314 ft to 567 ft.
        Is Nightshade a point to point trail?
        Nightshade is not a point to point trail. The direction is Downhill Primary. The trail type is singletrack.
        How long is Nightshade?
        Nightshade is 4,964 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
        Are dogs allowed on Nightshade?
        Yes, dogs are allowed on Nightshade. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
        How do I access Nightshade? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
        The closest parking and trailhead locations to Nightshade are: View all parking locations in the area.
        How busy is Nightshade?
        Nightshade is a less popular trail with lighter traffic. View recent activity on this trail.

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