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1,857 ft
Distance
-150 ft
Descent
00:02:42
Avg time
-155 ft
Altitude change
1,639 ft
Altitude min
1,794 ft
Altitude max
1,794 ft
Altitude start
1,640 ft
Altitude end
-8.3%
Grade
-26.4%
Grade max
9.9%
Grade min
39 ft
Distance climb
1,594 ft
Distance down
207 ft
Distance flat
00:02:42
Avg time

Scorpion (Upper) Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
  • Riding Area
    Galbraith
    Bellingham, Washington
  • Difficulty Rating
    Blue Rate
  • Local Popularity
    95 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 90 in E-Biking
  • Global Ranking
    #34166 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #4418 in E-Biking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes up to Class 1

The upper bit of Scorpion features the large entrance drop and some fun berms and tables. There are a few relics of old wood to see off to the side of the trail as well. At the terminus of the upper section you can go right to access Das Auto Bahn or left to ride lower Scorpion.

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  • 15 miles average
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  • 513 rides
  • 15 miles avg distance
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  • Last: Aug 20, 2026
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Aug 18, 2026 @ 3:42pm (America/Los_Angeles)
2 days
 Looks like a race blew out the top section a bit... thick dust up there, esp just after road crossing in the corners.
Jul 21, 2026 @ 12:57pm (America/Los_Angeles)
Jul 21, 2026
 Riding really well
Jun 18, 2026 @ 9:39am (America/Los_Angeles)
Jun 18, 2026
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Brushed prior to WWC.
Jun 16, 2026 @ 11:36am (America/Los_Angeles)
Jun 16, 2026
 reporter Needs brushing
May 18, 2026 @ 1:59pm (America/Los_Angeles)
May 18, 2026
 reporter Trail inventory report: 4 Braking bumps are getting worse right after Tower Rd Loop crossing. The corner (left turn) after the wood feature is...
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Avg: 4.15 (21 votes)
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        Directions to scorpion-upper trailhead (48.708160, -122.392660)
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        Frequently Asked Questions About Scorpion (Upper)

        ▼ Where is Scorpion (Upper) located?
        Scorpion (Upper) is located in Galbraith, Bellingham, Washington, United States. It is part of the Galbraith trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 48.70816, -122.39266.
        ▼ How hard is Scorpion (Upper)?
        Scorpion (Upper) is rated as Blue difficulty. The average grade is 8.3%.
        ▼ What is the elevation gain for Scorpion (Upper)?
        The trail has 150 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 1,639 ft to 1,794 ft.
        ▼ How long is Scorpion (Upper)?
        Scorpion (Upper) is 1,857 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
        ▼ Are dogs allowed on Scorpion (Upper)?
        Yes, dogs are allowed on Scorpion (Upper). Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
        ▼ When is the best time of year to ride Scorpion (Upper)?
        Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride Scorpion (Upper) are:
        • July (389 activities)
        • August (214 activities)
        • June (170 activities)
        Check the reports page for current trail conditions.
        ▼ How do I access Scorpion (Upper)? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
        The closest parking and trailhead locations to Scorpion (Upper) are: View all parking locations in the area.
        ▼ How long does it take to ride Scorpion (Upper)?
        Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 3 minutes to ride Scorpion (Upper). The trail is 1,857 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
        ▼ How busy is Scorpion (Upper)?
        Scorpion (Upper) is a very popular trail. There have been 17,382 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 20,177 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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