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5.3 miles
Distance
1,311 ft
Climb
-739 ft
Descent
00:58:09
Avg time
572 ft
Altitude change
2,875 ft
Altitude min
3,875 ft
Altitude max
2,875 ft
Altitude start
3,447 ft
Altitude end
2.064%
Grade
-33.041%
Grade max
27.885%
Grade min
3 miles
Distance climb
2 miles
Distance down
771 ft
Distance flat
00:58:09
Avg time

Pearson Bench Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
    • Gravel Bike
    • Horse
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
    • Dirtbike/Moto
    • Observed Trials
    • ATV/ORV/OHV
    • Snowmobile
    • Snowshoe
    • Nordic Ski
  • Riding Area
    Tyaughton Lake
    British Columbia
  • Difficulty Rating
    Secondary Access Road/Trail Rate
  • Hiking SAC Scale
    T2 Mountain Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Dirt/Gravel Road
  • Snow Grooming
    Backcountry
  • Bike Type
    XC, Gravel
  • Direction
    Both Directions[+]
    Popular Direction Shown
    • Both Directions for Gravel Biking
  • Climb Difficulty
    Blue
  • Physical Rating
    Moderate
  • Trail Visibility
    Always easy to follow
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes up to Class 1

Double track connecting Tyaughton Lake with the west end of Gun Crk Rd.
NOTE: Bridge out at Pearson Crk - not passable to motor vehicles and may be impassable to all during periods of high water.

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Local Trail Association
Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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Pearson Bench Trail Reports

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May 2, 2024 @ 7:12am
May 2, 2024
 reporter Trail affected by 2023 wildfire. Sections of trail torn up for fire guards, trees down.
May 2, 2024 @ 7:09am
May 2, 2024
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May 2, 2024 @ 6:58am
May 2, 2024
 reporter Trail affected by 2023 wildfire. Sections of trail torn up for fire guards, trees down, and burn craters remain.
Aug 18, 2023 @ 6:46am
Aug 18, 2023
 Downton Lake fire jumped Gun Creek afternoon of the 17th, much of the Lick Creek area is now burning and the area under evacuation order.
Oct 16, 2022 @ 10:03pm
Oct 16, 2022
 Drivable from Tyaughton Lake end to missing bridge at Pearson Creek. Your truck will get pinstripes though We cleared the worst offenders & 1...
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Avg: 3.61 (2 votes)
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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is Pearson Bench located?
      Pearson Bench is located in Tyaughton Lake, British Columbia, Canada. It is part of the Tyaughton Lake trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 50.90884, -122.83513.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for Pearson Bench?
      Pearson Bench has 1,311 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 739 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 2,875 ft to 3,875 ft.
      ▼ Is Pearson Bench a point to point trail?
      Pearson Bench is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is dirt/gravel road.
      ▼ How long is Pearson Bench?
      Pearson Bench is 5.3 miles long. The trail type is dirt/gravel road.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Pearson Bench?
      Yes, dogs are allowed on Pearson Bench. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
      ▼ How do I access Pearson Bench? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Pearson Bench are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to ride Pearson Bench?
      Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 1 hour 19 minutes to ride Pearson Bench. The trail is 5.3 miles long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
      ▼ How busy is Pearson Bench?
      Pearson Bench is a less popular trail with lighter traffic. There have been 18 recorded activities on this trail. View recent activity on this trail.

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