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1.2 miles
Distance
-1,042 ft
Descent
00:12:59
Avg time
-1,042 ft
Altitude change
1,516 ft
Altitude min
2,558 ft
Altitude max
2,558 ft
Altitude start
1,516 ft
Altitude end
-16.079%
Grade
-31.135%
Grade max
-0.437%
Grade min
1 mile
Distance down
122 ft
Distance flat
00:12:59
Avg time

Running Dog Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Monchique
  • Difficulty Rating
    Black Rate
  • Local Popularity
    5 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 5 in Trail Running
    • 5 in Hiking
  • Global Ranking
    #156244 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #132798 in Trail Running
    • #126074 in Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    DH
  • Direction
    Downhill Only
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  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • TTFs on Trail
    Berm, Drop, Jump, Gap Jump, Rock Garden

The First is part is not a built trail, just warming up. You can look forward to some gnarly rockgardens and huge gaps. A Downhill bike and a complete skill set is recommended.

Be aware, after heavy rain the track can be very washed out

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Apr 14, 2023 @ 8:22am
Apr 14, 2023
Apr 14, 2023 @ 8:22am
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Apr 14, 2023 @ 8:20am
Apr 14, 2023
 Bit of a jungle, I do not recommend until is cleaned.
Feb 18, 2023 @ 2:51am
Feb 18, 2023
 Very overgrown and lots of trees down in the first section. Trail needs to see some serious love. Lower section is also fairly overgrown and very...
Jan 13, 2022 @ 7:13am
Jan 13, 2022
 Trail is still not set up at all. Rideable but no jumps or burms made. More trial-fun than anything else.
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Avg: 3.88 (3 votes)
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        Directions to running-dog trailhead (37.314490, -8.574940)
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        Hanging on Monchique Trees
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        2:13 | 166 | Feb 24, 2015 , Monchique
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        6:39 | 1322 | Jul 16, 2015 , Monchique
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        4:35 | 703 | Mar 16, 2014 , Monchique
        Running Dog 2014
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        6:38 | 380 | Jun 16, 2016 , Monchique
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        Frequently Asked Questions About Running Dog

        ▼ Where is Running Dog located?
        Running Dog is located in Monchique, Portugal. It is part of the Monchique trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 37.31449, -8.57494.
        ▼ How hard is Running Dog?
        Running Dog is rated as Black difficulty. The average grade is 16.079%.
        ▼ What is the elevation gain for Running Dog?
        The trail has 1,042 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 1,516 ft to 2,558 ft.
        ▼ Is Running Dog a point to point trail?
        Yes, Running Dog is a point to point trail. The direction is Downhill Only. The trail type is singletrack.
        ▼ How long is Running Dog?
        Running Dog is 1.2 miles long. The trail type is singletrack.
        ▼ Are dogs allowed on Running Dog?
        Yes, dogs are allowed on Running Dog. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
        ▼ When is the best time of year to ride Running Dog?
        Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride Running Dog are:
        • October (1 activities)
        • November (1 activities)
        Check the reports page for current trail conditions.
        ▼ How long does it take to ride Running Dog?
        Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 21 minutes to ride Running Dog. The trail is 1.2 miles long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
        ▼ How busy is Running Dog?
        Running Dog is a less popular trail with lighter traffic. There have been 14 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 15 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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