more stats
2,467 ft
Distance
13 ft
Climb
-73 ft
Descent
00:03:08
Avg time
-60 ft
Altitude change
569 ft
Altitude min
634 ft
Altitude max
634 ft
Altitude start
574 ft
Altitude end
-2.4%
Grade
-11.2%
Grade max
8.7%
Grade min
417 ft
Distance climb
1,650 ft
Distance down
400 ft
Distance flat
00:03:08
Avg time

NLR45-1 Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
    • Gravel Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    The Abyss / Extension Ridge
    Nanaimo, British Columbia
  • Difficulty Rating
    Access Trail or Doubletrack Rate
  • Local Popularity
    55 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 45 in E-Biking
    • 30 in Trail Running
    • 30 in Hiking
    • 5 in Gravel Biking
  • Hiking SAC Scale
    T1 Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Dirt/Gravel Road
  • Bike Type
    Gravel
  • Direction
    Both Directions
    Popular Direction Shown
  • Climb Difficulty
    Green
  • Physical Rating
    Easy
  • Trail Visibility
    Always easy to follow
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • Ride in Rain
    Yes

Spur that connects to NLR45 near the yellow gate entrance off Nanaimo Lakes road. Also provides an alternate entry to Chicken Dinner at the log ride.

Access Info

Turn left off NLR45 just after the gate at Nanaimo Lakes road

This trail is unsanctioned.

Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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  • 17 miles avg distance
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  • Last: Sep 5, 2026
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      Frequently Asked Questions About NLR45-1

      ▼ Where is NLR45-1 located?
      NLR45-1 is located in The Abyss / Extension Ridge, Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada. It is part of the The Abyss / Extension Ridge trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 49.11935, -123.98442.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for NLR45-1?
      NLR45-1 has 13 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 73 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 569 ft to 634 ft.
      ▼ Is NLR45-1 a point to point trail?
      NLR45-1 is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is dirt/gravel road.
      ▼ How long is NLR45-1?
      NLR45-1 is 2,467 ft long. The trail type is dirt/gravel road.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on NLR45-1?
      Yes, dogs are allowed on NLR45-1. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
      ▼ When is the best time of year to ride NLR45-1?
      Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride NLR45-1 are:
      • May (18 activities)
      • March (17 activities)
      • July (15 activities)
      Check the reports page for current trail conditions.
      ▼ How do I access NLR45-1? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to NLR45-1 are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to ride NLR45-1?
      Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 3 minutes to ride NLR45-1. The trail is 2,467 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
      ▼ How busy is NLR45-1?
      NLR45-1 is a moderately popular trail. There have been 556 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 580 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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