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525 ft
Distance
-138 ft
Descent
00:03:37
Avg time
-138 ft
Altitude change
734 ft
Altitude min
872 ft
Altitude max
872 ft
Altitude start
735 ft
Altitude end
-26.3%
Grade
-39%
Grade max
-11%
Grade min
525 ft
Distance down
00:03:37
Avg time

Penthouse Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
    • Observed Trials
  • Riding Area
    Alice Lake & Highlands
    Squamish, British Columbia
  • Difficulty Rating
  • Local Popularity
    70 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 80 in E-Biking
    • 5 in Observed Trials
  • Global Ranking
    #31812 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #4251 in E-Biking
    • #164 in Observed Trials
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    DH, AM
  • Direction
    Downhill Only
    Popular Direction Shown
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes up to Class 1
  • TTFs on Trail
    Rock Face
  • Year Opened
    2012

This was built as a connector trail from Value Added to Two Stroke. Also works as a good warm up if heading to Larvacide.

At the top, there are three different lines. The left-hand trail - is the least popular. The middle trail is the mainline for riders looking for a single black slab. To the right in the woods is a double black line (signed) that requires a 13-foot drop to a slab transition.

There is also an easier line 1/2 way down that sneaks through the forest on the right. This avoids the sting of the last move on the slab.

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Local Trail Association
Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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  • 12 miles avg distance
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  • 531 rides
  • Last: Aug 30, 2026
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Ideal
Avg: 4.59 (23 votes)
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        Directions to penthouse trailhead (49.759460, -123.115660)

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        youtuber How to ride your E-Mountain Bike in the Gnar ...
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        8:44 | 390 | Jun 6, 2022 , Squamish
        youtuber PENTHOUSE | Double black trail | Squamish -...
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        0:05 | 179 | Dec 24, 2023 , Squamish
        youtuber This Drop Gave Me
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        16:20 | 518 | Apr 20, 2022 , Squamish
        youtuber Mountain Biking the Penthouse Slab in Squamish...
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        3:45 | 1420 | Aug 31, 2018 , Squamish

        Articles

        Video: Remy Metailler & The Pinkbike Privateer Ride the Most Difficult Lap in Squamish
        Jun 26, 2019 from pinkbike.com
        It's actually a trifecta of the infamous Value Added, Penthouse, and Larvicide.

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        Frequently Asked Questions About Penthouse

        Where is Penthouse located?
        Penthouse is located in Alice Lake & Highlands, Squamish, British Columbia, Canada. It is part of the Alice Lake & Highlands trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 49.75946, -123.11566.
        How hard is Penthouse?
        Penthouse is rated as Double Black Diamond difficulty. The average grade is 26.3%.
        What is the elevation gain for Penthouse?
        The trail has 138 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 734 ft to 872 ft.
        Is Penthouse a point to point trail?
        Yes, Penthouse is a point to point trail. The direction is Downhill Only. The trail type is singletrack.
        How long is Penthouse?
        Penthouse is 525 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
        Are dogs allowed on Penthouse?
        Yes, dogs are allowed on Penthouse. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
        How do I access Penthouse? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
        The closest parking and trailhead locations to Penthouse are: View all parking locations in the area.
        How long does it take to ride Penthouse?
        Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 3 minutes to ride Penthouse. The trail is 525 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
        How busy is Penthouse?
        Penthouse is a very popular trail. There have been 3,457 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 3,746 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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