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1.8 miles
Distance
353 ft
Climb
-101 ft
Descent
00:10:32
Avg time
252 ft
Altitude change
637 ft
Altitude min
943 ft
Altitude max
638 ft
Altitude start
889 ft
Altitude end
2.7%
Grade
-16.5%
Grade max
19.2%
Grade min
1 mile
Distance climb
2,487 ft
Distance down
1,552 ft
Distance flat
00:10:32
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NLR45-2 Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
    • Gravel Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
    • Dirtbike/Moto
    • ATV/ORV/OHV
  • Riding Area
    Ridge Runner
    Nanaimo, British Columbia
  • Difficulty Rating
  • Local Popularity
    55 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 65 in E-Biking
    • 5 in Trail Running
    • 5 in Hiking
    • 60 in Dirtbiking
    • 5 in ATVing/Offroading
  • Trail Type
    Dirt/Gravel Road
  • Bike Type
    Gravel
  • Direction
    Both Directions
    Popular In Reverse
  • OSM Way

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NLR45-2 is a 3 km moderately popular dirt/gravel road trail located near Nanaimo British Columbia. This multi-use trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 10 minutes to complete this trail.

This trail is unsanctioned.

Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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  • 2 rides
  • 16 miles average
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  • 28 rides
  • 10 miles avg distance
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  • 187 rides
  • Last: Aug 16, 2026
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        Routes with this trail

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        Frequently Asked Questions About NLR45-2

        Where is NLR45-2 located?
        NLR45-2 is located in Ridge Runner, Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada. It is part of the Ridge Runner trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 49.11942, -123.9846.
        What is the elevation gain for NLR45-2?
        NLR45-2 has 353 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 101 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 637 ft to 943 ft.
        Is NLR45-2 a point to point trail?
        NLR45-2 is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is dirt/gravel road.
        How long is NLR45-2?
        NLR45-2 is 1.8 miles long. The trail type is dirt/gravel road.
        Are dogs allowed on NLR45-2?
        There is no information about dogs being allowed on NLR45-2. Check with local trail managers or the trail page for the latest access rules.
        When is the best time of year to ride NLR45-2?
        Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride NLR45-2 are:
        • April (12 activities)
        • July (10 activities)
        • August (5 activities)
        Check the reports page for current trail conditions.
        How do I access NLR45-2? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
        The closest parking and trailhead locations to NLR45-2 are: View all parking locations in the area.
        How long does it take to ride NLR45-2?
        Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 12 minutes to ride NLR45-2. The trail is 1.8 miles long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
        How busy is NLR45-2?
        NLR45-2 is a moderately popular trail. There have been 573 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 565 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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