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4,770 ft
Distance
-490 ft
Descent
00:11:32
Avg time
-490 ft
Altitude change
3,906 ft
Altitude min
4,397 ft
Altitude max
4,395 ft
Altitude start
3,907 ft
Altitude end
-10.3%
Grade
-49.2%
Grade max
2.2%
Grade min
279 ft
Distance climb
4,314 ft
Distance down
174 ft
Distance flat
00:11:32
Avg time

Pepper Dog Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
    • Dirtbike/Moto
    • Observed Trials
    • Snowshoe
  • Riding Area
    Tyaughton Lake
    Gold Bridge, British Columbia
  • Difficulty Rating
  • Global Ranking
    #137632 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #105556 in E-Biking
    • #136626 in Trail Running
    • #131302 in Hiking
    • #3380 in Dirtbiking
    • #1915 in Snowshoeing
    • #237 in Observed Trials
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    AM, XC
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes up to Class 1

A connector from Molly Dog to Ken's Trail. Some steep ravines along the way.

NOTE: As noted, this trail was created as a connector. It was built by trials bike riders, and is a multi-use trail, overwhelming used by mountain bikers. As always, be aware of other users, who may be going in either direction on the trail.

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Jul 15, 2026 @ 9:51am (America/Vancouver)
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Jun 21, 2026 @ 12:22pm (America/Vancouver)
Jun 21, 2026
The trail has been cleared of winter deadfalls! Happy riding! Tyax Adventures Crew!
Aug 30, 2024 @ 6:46am
Aug 30, 2024
Jul 5, 2024 @ 4:52pm
Jul 5, 2024
Trail cleared of all winter deadfall as of June 21rst. Happy Trails! Tyax Adventures Crew
May 2, 2024 @ 7:09am
May 2, 2024
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        Directions to pepper-dog trailhead (50.938060, -122.830000)

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        Frequently Asked Questions About Pepper Dog

        Where is Pepper Dog located?
        Pepper Dog is located in Tyaughton Lake, Gold Bridge, British Columbia, Canada. It is part of the Tyaughton Lake trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 50.93806, -122.83.
        How hard is Pepper Dog?
        Pepper Dog is rated as Black Diamond difficulty. The average grade is 10.3%.
        What is the elevation gain for Pepper Dog?
        The trail has 490 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 3,906 ft to 4,397 ft.
        How long is Pepper Dog?
        Pepper Dog is 4,770 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
        Are dogs allowed on Pepper Dog?
        Yes, dogs are allowed on Pepper Dog. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
        When is the best time of year to ride Pepper Dog?
        Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride Pepper Dog are:
        • August (25 activities)
        • September (16 activities)
        • July (16 activities)
        Check the reports page for current trail conditions.
        How do I access Pepper Dog? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
        The closest parking and trailhead locations to Pepper Dog are: View all parking locations in the area.
        How long does it take to ride Pepper Dog?
        Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 14 minutes to ride Pepper Dog. The trail is 4,770 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
        How busy is Pepper Dog?
        Pepper Dog is a less popular trail with lighter traffic. There have been 705 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 7 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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