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1,089 ft
Distance
-91 ft
Descent
00:02:32
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
00:02:32
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
    55 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 65 in E-Biking
    • 70 in Trail Running
    • 85 in Hiking
  • Global Ranking
    #229212 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #45086 in E-Biking
    • #106625 in Trail Running
    • #118959 in Hiking
  • Provincial Ranking
    #2,843 in Mountain Biking · Alberta [+]
    • #546 in E-Biking
    • #1,921 in Trail Running
    • #2,059 in Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes
  • Land Owner
    City Of Lethbridge

Nice, open trail with steep sections

Tags
Local Trail Association
Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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  • 14 rides
  • 9 miles avg distance
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  • 167 rides
  • Last: Oct 17, 2026
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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ 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.
      ▼ 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 3 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 861 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 934 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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