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1,089 ft
Distance
-91 ft
Descent
00:02:23
Avg time
-92 ft
Altitude change
2,878 ft
Altitude min
2,970 ft
Altitude max
2,970 ft
Altitude start
2,877 ft
Altitude end
-8.5%
Grade
-19.5%
Grade max
-1.7%
Grade min
1,033 ft
Distance down
56 ft
Distance flat
00:02:23
Avg time

Second Descent Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Six Mile Coulee
    Lethbridge, Alberta
  • Difficulty Rating
    Blue Rate
  • Local Popularity
    60 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 60 in E-Biking
    • 75 in Trail Running
    • 5 in Hiking
  • Global Ranking
    #171373 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #92333 in Trail Running
    • #223697 in Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes
  • Land Owner
    City Of Lethbridge

Nice, open trail with steep sections

Local Trail Association
Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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  • 8 miles avg distance
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  • 160 rides
  • Last: Aug 26, 2026
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        Frequently Asked Questions About Second Descent

        ▼ Where is Second Descent located?
        Second Descent is located in Six Mile Coulee, Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada. It is part of the Six Mile Coulee trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 49.65797, -112.8197.
        ▼ How hard is Second Descent?
        Second Descent is rated as Blue difficulty. The average grade is 8.5%.
        ▼ What is the elevation gain for Second Descent?
        The trail has 91 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 2,878 ft to 2,970 ft.
        ▼ How long is Second Descent?
        Second Descent is 1,089 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
        ▼ Are dogs allowed on Second Descent?
        There is no information about dogs being allowed on Second Descent. Check with local trail managers or the trail page for the latest access rules.
        ▼ When is the best time of year to ride Second Descent?
        Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride Second Descent are:
        • July (26 activities)
        • August (13 activities)
        • May (8 activities)
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        ▼ How do I access Second Descent? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
        The closest parking and trailhead locations to Second Descent are: View all parking locations in the area.
        ▼ How long does it take to ride Second Descent?
        Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 2 minutes to ride Second Descent. The trail is 1,089 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
        ▼ How busy is Second Descent?
        Second Descent is a moderately popular trail. There have been 830 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 900 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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