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2.1 miles
Distance
98 ft
Climb
-1,730 ft
Descent
00:14:08
Avg time
-1,631 ft
Altitude change
6,345 ft
Altitude min
7,977 ft
Altitude max
7,977 ft
Altitude start
6,345 ft
Altitude end
-38.758%
Grade max
20.379%
Grade min
2,081 ft
Distance climb
2 miles
Distance down
57 ft
Distance flat
00:14:08
Avg time

Trail Details

  • Activities
    • Dirtbike/Moto
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
    • Horse
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Verdi
    Reno, Nevada
  • Difficulty Rating
    Double Black Diamond Rate
  • Local Popularity
    15 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 40 in E-Biking
    • 5 in Trail Running
    • 5 in Hiking
    • 85 in Dirtbiking
    • 5 in Horseback
  • Global Ranking
    #163304 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #130321 in E-Biking
    • #324109 in Trail Running
    • #321369 in Hiking
    • #1026 in Dirtbiking
    • #22513 in Horseback
  • State Ranking
    #841 in Mountain Biking · Nevada [+]
    • #427 in E-Biking
    • #1,383 in Trail Running
    • #1,351 in Hiking
    • #4 in Dirtbiking
    • #205 in Horseback
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    DH, AM
  • Direction
    Downhill Primary
    Popular Direction Shown
  • Climb Difficulty
    Double Black Diamond
  • Physical Rating
    Extreme
  • Season
    May-November
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes up to Class 1

A motorcycle trail that is decent for biking, if a bit sandy, loose, and moto-bumped at times. The route follows an undulating ridgeline, which is how it got its name. Downhill sections are quite steep, followed by some steep uphills which are tough to maintain speed and ride.

Has enough good sections to make up for the bad, but definitely lives up to its "double black" rating due to looseness and gradient. Don't expect a nice groomed-out bike trail like you might find on the east side of Peavine.

Tags
RidgelineSandy
Trail Supporters
Local Trail Association
Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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Rollercoaster... Trail Reports

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Oct 17, 2019 @ 12:20pm
Oct 17, 2019
 Steep and loose with moto bumps -riding about the same as always.
Jun 2, 2019 @ 9:53am
Jun 2, 2019
 DO NOT RIDE. This trail has been torn apart by runoff erosion and motos and is now extremely dangerous. Extremely dry, deep sand that will grip...
May 5, 2019 @ 9:23am
May 5, 2019
 Snow drifts still present in spots. Trail is navigable but very loose.
Nov 1, 2018 @ 9:13pm
Nov 1, 2018
 Some of the steeper downhill sections have incredibly loose soil (4-5 inches deep) with boulders the size of small coolers scattered on the trail.
Jun 4, 2017 @ 12:05pm
Jun 4, 2017
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on Oct 17, 2019
Very Dry
Avg: 3.74 (2 votes)
Your vote: 0

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      Rollercoaster with Jonny and Evan
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      0:49 | 2243 | Nov 29, 2013 , Reno
      3.0 ★★★★★
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      3 Reviews & Comments

      WillieB WillieB
      This trail is wicked. Falls somewhere between classically unique and horrible, but certainly is neither. Definitely deserves the double black rating, if you can clean the whole thing then you are a PRO!
      VTwintips VTwintips
      When the trail forks after the break/skid section, taking a right proved to be more fun that going straight to the portion where it gets its name as a rollercoaster. The trail to the right is a double track with pumpy features all the way down. I guess both ways are decent. The other trail is not logged in trailforks yet.
      VTwintips VTwintips
      Reasonably fun trail. Top section is all breaks and skids, which is crazy good. Rest is very rollercoastery. Pin down one side then literally crank to a stop on the uphill on the other side. The uphills are nearly impossible, so they'd be a good challenge for very technically strong climbers.

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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is Rollercoaster (Dragons back) located?
      Rollercoaster (Dragons back) is located in Verdi, Reno, Nevada, United States. It is part of the Verdi trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 39.57777, -119.94559.
      ▼ How hard is Rollercoaster (Dragons back)?
      Rollercoaster (Dragons back) is rated as Double Black Diamond difficulty. The physical rating is Extreme. The climb difficulty is rated Double Black Diamond.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for Rollercoaster (Dragons back)?
      Rollercoaster (Dragons back) has 98 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 1,730 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 6,345 ft to 7,977 ft.
      ▼ Is Rollercoaster (Dragons back) a point to point trail?
      Rollercoaster (Dragons back) is not a point to point trail. The direction is Downhill Primary. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ How long is Rollercoaster (Dragons back)?
      Rollercoaster (Dragons back) is 2.1 miles long. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Rollercoaster (Dragons back)?
      Yes, dogs are allowed on Rollercoaster (Dragons back). Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
      ▼ When is the best time of year to ride Rollercoaster (Dragons back)?
      Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride Rollercoaster (Dragons back) are:
      • June (3 activities)
      • April (1 activities)
      • May (1 activities)
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      ▼ How do I access Rollercoaster (Dragons back)? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Rollercoaster (Dragons back) are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to ride Rollercoaster (Dragons back)?
      Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 14 minutes to ride Rollercoaster (Dragons back). The trail is 2.1 miles long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
      ▼ How busy is Rollercoaster (Dragons back)?
      Rollercoaster (Dragons back) is a less popular trail with lighter traffic. There have been 35 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 31 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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