more stats
4,406 ft
Distance
-1,048 ft
Descent
00:10:17
Avg time
-1,048 ft
Altitude change
5,767 ft
Altitude min
6,815 ft
Altitude max
6,815 ft
Altitude start
5,768 ft
Altitude end
-23.8%
Grade
-64.5%
Grade max
-4%
Grade min
4,406 ft
Distance down
00:10:17
Avg time

Rocket Science Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
  • Riding Area
    Big White Bike Park
    Kelowna, British Columbia
  • AKA
    Enduro Stage 3
  • Difficulty Rating
  • Local Popularity
    35 in Mountain Biking
  • Global Ranking
    #126100 in Mountain Biking
  • Provincial Ranking
    #6,533 in Mountain Biking · British Columbia
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    DH
  • Direction
    Downhill Only
    Popular Direction Shown
  • TTFs on Trail
    Drop, Jump, Rock Face, Rock Garden
  • Year Opened
    2017
  • Land Owner
    Big White Ski Resort Ltd

Long with loose, steep sections and rock faces. a few lines to choose on the way down. Lots of "no spill" zones.

Naming Story: It is a technical trail. It is under the Ridge Rocket... You don't need to be a rocket scientist to figure it out ;o)

Access Info

Off Bumble Bee

Tags
DropsJumpsRock gardensRock slabs

Bike Park

Recent Activity on Trail

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6 Months
  • 6 rides
  • 16 miles avg distance
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  • 118 rides
  • Last: Sep 6, 2026
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Rocket Science Trail Reports

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Sep 8, 2026 @ 8:26am (America/Vancouver)
Sep 8, 2026
Thanks for a great summer see you next season
Jul 1, 2026 @ 6:09pm (America/Vancouver)
Jul 1, 2026
Open for the 2026 bike season!
Apr 30, 2026 @ 2:34pm (America/Vancouver)
Apr 30, 2026
Opening Day - July 1st 2026. See you soon
Jun 27, 2025 @ 9:49am
Jun 27, 2025
Open for the 2025 Bike Park Season! We're open Thursday to Sunday and holiday Mondays. Please respect closures.
Sep 3, 2024 @ 12:10pm
Sep 3, 2024
Closed for 2024... See you back on the trails in 2025!
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Status:
on Sep 8, 2026
Ideal
Avg: 3.72 (13 votes)
Your vote: 0

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      Directions to rocket-science trailhead (49.730650, -118.937260)

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      Videos

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      Rocket Science (Uncut First Attempt)
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      5:11 | 821 | Nov 15, 2020 , Kelowna
      Cohen Johns (10) & Rex Johnson (10) Ride Big White
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      0:56 | 165 | Sep 21, 2020 , Kelowna

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      5 Reviews & Comments

      taouin taouin
      The upgrades have it it much more flowy but the bottom still needs a lot of work.
      1R0NMAN 1R0NMAN
      Rocket Science is a gnarly and challenging tech trail. Some really cool rock faces and steep sections. Not much margin for error.
      s100 s100
      Steep and rocky. Old school tech trail with some committing sections. A fun break from machine built groomers.

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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is Rocket Science located?
      Rocket Science is located in Big White Bike Park, Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada. It is part of the Big White Bike Park trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 49.73065, -118.93726.
      ▼ How hard is Rocket Science?
      Rocket Science is rated as Double Black Diamond difficulty. The average grade is 23.8%.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for Rocket Science?
      The trail has 1,048 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 5,767 ft to 6,815 ft.
      ▼ Is Rocket Science a point to point trail?
      Yes, Rocket Science is a point to point trail. The direction is Downhill Only. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ How long is Rocket Science?
      Rocket Science is 4,406 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Rocket Science?
      There is no information about dogs being allowed on Rocket Science. Check with local trail managers or the trail page for the latest access rules.
      ▼ How do I access Rocket Science? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Rocket Science are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to ride Rocket Science?
      Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 10 minutes to ride Rocket Science. The trail is 4,406 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
      ▼ How busy is Rocket Science?
      Rocket Science is a less popular trail with lighter traffic. There have been 555 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 654 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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