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1.5 miles
Distance
898 ft
Climb
00:29:42
Avg time
898 ft
Altitude change
3,555 ft
Altitude min
4,454 ft
Altitude max
3,555 ft
Altitude start
4,455 ft
Altitude end
11.6%
Grade
-1.5%
Grade max
36.8%
Grade min
1 mile
Distance climb
43 ft
Distance down
89 ft
Distance flat
00:29:42
Avg time
Project 9 Access Details
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Activities
- Mountain Bike
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- Trail Running
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Riding AreaMount Fernie Provincial Park
Fernie, British Columbia -
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Local Popularity85 in Mountain Biking [+]
- 80 in E-Biking
- 55 in Trail Running
- 60 in Hiking
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Trail TypeDirt/Gravel Road
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Bike TypeAdaptive MTB, Gravel
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DirectionUphill PrimaryPopular Direction Shown
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Climb DifficultyBlack Diamond
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Physical RatingHard
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Dogs AllowedYes
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eBike AllowedYes up to Class 1
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Ride in RainYes
This is a disused jeep track that many regard as a point of honour to ride during the season without putting a foot down. It's not technical, it's just very steep. Very steep. Four significant tough pitches after the power line that will leave you gasping for air. If you think you've got what it takes join the annual P9 race, always held at 1900 on 9/ 9. The winning up time is well under 15 minutes...
Access Info
Ride up the Island Lake Road and look for a yellow gate on the right with the Project 9 signage
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Traditionally Indigenous Territory
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- 4 rides
- 13 miles average
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- 43 rides
- 15 miles avg distance
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- 600 rides
- Last: Jun 29, 2026
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Directions to project-9-access trailhead
(49.495640, -115.128640)
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Nearby Trails
- Saw Dust Pile Hydro Access Road 4,311 ft
- Mount Fernie Powerline - P9 To Island Lake 4,321 ft
- Powerline Road (project 9 - Hedonism) 4,370 ft
- Island Lake Road 1 mile
- Lazy Lizard From Island Lake Parking Lot 1 mile
Mount Fernie Provincial Park
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Frequently Asked Questions About Project 9 Access
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Where is Project 9 Access located?
Project 9 Access is located in Mount Fernie Provincial Park, Fernie, British Columbia, Canada. It is part of the Mount Fernie Provincial Park trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 49.49564, -115.12864.
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How hard is Project 9 Access?
Project 9 Access is rated as Black Diamond difficulty. The physical rating is Hard. The average grade is 11.6%. The climb difficulty is rated Black Diamond.
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What is the elevation gain for Project 9 Access?
Project 9 Access has 898 ft of elevation gain. The elevation ranges from 3,555 ft to 4,454 ft.
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Is Project 9 Access a point to point trail?
Project 9 Access is not a point to point trail. The direction is Uphill Primary. The trail type is dirt/gravel road.
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