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4,944 ft
Distance
547 ft
Climb
-31 ft
Descent
00:16:05
Avg time
516 ft
Altitude change
3,830 ft
Altitude min
4,346 ft
Altitude max
3,830 ft
Altitude start
4,347 ft
Altitude end
10.4%
Grade
-16.3%
Grade max
54.8%
Grade min
4,012 ft
Distance climb
636 ft
Distance down
295 ft
Distance flat
00:16:05
Avg time

Redtop (lower) Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Red Mountain Community Trails
    Rossland, British Columbia
  • Difficulty Rating
    Blue Rate
  • Local Popularity
    90 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 90 in E-Biking
    • 75 in Trail Running
    • 95 in Hiking
  • Global Ranking
    #96461 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #49314 in E-Biking
    • #98706 in Trail Running
    • #4598 in Hiking
  • Hiking SAC Scale
    T1 Hiking
  • Trail Exposure
    Normal
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    AM, XC, Fat
  • Direction
    Both Directions
  • Climb Difficulty
    Blue
  • Physical Rating
    Moderate
  • Trail Visibility
    Always easy to follow
  • Season
    May - Nov
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes up to Class 1
  • TTFs on Trail
    A-Frame, Bridge, Rock Face
  • Ride in Rain
    Yes
  • Lighting
    No
  • OSM Way
    #247724452

This description is for Upper and Lower Redtop. The trail to the top of Red Mountain is one of our finest and most popular trails. Built in the summer of 2008, with the support of Red Mountain Resorts, Redtop involves a strenuous climb to the summit of Rossland's iconic peak, followed by an exhilarating ride back down. The route is perfect for x-country enthusiasts or all mountain riders providing stunning views and captivating riding. The trail is almost entirely, purpose-built, singletrack, beginning in thick forest and gradually opening into more alpine terrain. Views of Rossland and the Columbia Valley are more revealed as height is gained.

Redtop trail begins on the Old Red Mtn Rd (400 m before Red Resort base). Another trailhead exists on the grassy slopes beside Red's ticket office but both trails join together in a short distance. The climb is efficient and enjoyable, consistently steep but never too severe, with many switchbacks to navigate the tough terrain. The Redhead trail is crossed on the lower section, then intersects with the end of Miners trail. This marks the split between Upper and Lower Redtop. Proceed up a short section of road (Dales Trail) which turns quickly back into sweet singletrack for the remainder of the journey. The upper section is characterized by side-hill traverses to rock-walled switchbacks at each end, as it zig-zags up onto more open slopes. Pass Poochys Cabin near the top and push on a little further to reach to the summit. Take a breath, admire the views, drop your seat and pedal down into the fast and flowy trail you just climbed.


Hints: Redtop is a dream ride when you have it uninterrupted. Peak periods, such as Saturday morning can cause minor conflict on the trail, with hikers and riders all striving for the same piece of trail. Avoid busy times if possible.

A great test for many riders is to clean Redtop from top to bottom. There are several challenges on the ascent, most requiring good bike handling skills and strong legs. Conserve your energy between switchbacks where the grade eases and allows a short moment of respite.

Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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  • 11 miles average
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  • 89 rides
  • 8 miles avg distance
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Aug 6, 2026 @ 5:26am (America/Vancouver)
Aug 6, 2026
 reporter Clear.
Aug 1, 2026 @ 5:07pm (America/Vancouver)
Aug 1, 2026
 Large tree down on lower section.
Jul 12, 2026 @ 12:36pm (America/Vancouver)
Jul 12, 2026
 reporter Cleared.
Jul 10, 2026 @ 11:47am (America/Vancouver)
Jul 10, 2026
 Big Ish tree down just before the intersection with redhead
Jun 25, 2026 @ 3:10pm (America/Vancouver)
Jun 25, 2026
 reporter Cleared.
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        Frequently Asked Questions About Redtop (lower)

        ▼ Where is Redtop (lower) located?
        Redtop (lower) is located in Red Mountain Community Trails, Rossland, British Columbia, Canada. It is part of the Red Mountain Community Trails trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 49.09979, -117.81517.
        ▼ How hard is Redtop (lower)?
        Redtop (lower) is rated as Blue difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The average grade is 10.4%. The climb difficulty is rated Blue.
        ▼ What is the elevation gain for Redtop (lower)?
        Redtop (lower) has 547 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 31 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 3,830 ft to 4,346 ft.
        ▼ Is Redtop (lower) a point to point trail?
        Redtop (lower) is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is singletrack.
        ▼ How long is Redtop (lower)?
        Redtop (lower) is 4,944 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
        ▼ Are dogs allowed on Redtop (lower)?
        Yes, dogs are allowed on Redtop (lower). Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
        ▼ When is the best time of year to ride Redtop (lower)?
        Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride Redtop (lower) are:
        • July (133 activities)
        • August (83 activities)
        • June (53 activities)
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        ▼ How do I access Redtop (lower)? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
        The closest parking and trailhead locations to Redtop (lower) are: View all parking locations in the area.
        ▼ How long does it take to ride Redtop (lower)?
        Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 18 minutes to ride Redtop (lower). The trail is 4,944 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
        ▼ How busy is Redtop (lower)?
        Redtop (lower) is a very popular trail. There have been 3,651 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 4,265 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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