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4,196 ft
Distance
20 ft
Climb
-676 ft
Descent
00:10:52
Avg time
-658 ft
Altitude change
737 ft
Altitude min
1,395 ft
Altitude max
1,395 ft
Altitude start
738 ft
Altitude end
-15.7%
Grade
-41.8%
Grade max
14.7%
Grade min
223 ft
Distance climb
3,786 ft
Distance down
187 ft
Distance flat
00:10:52
Avg time

Severed D Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Mount Seymour
    North Vancouver, British Columbia
  • AKA
    Good Samaritan
  • Difficulty Rating
    Black Diamond Rate
  • Voted Difficulty
    Black Diamond (1 vote)
  • Local Popularity
    80 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 75 in E-Biking
    • 65 in Trail Running
    • 60 in Hiking
  • Global Ranking
    #429 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #2233 in E-Biking
    • #938 in Trail Running
    • #2239 in Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    DH, AM
  • Direction
    Downhill Only
    Popular Direction Shown
  • Physical Rating
    Hard
  • Season
    Year round
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes up to Class 1
  • TTFs on Trail
    Bridge, Drop, Rock Face, Skinny
  • Ride in Rain
    Yes
  • Land Owner
    CHMC

One of the oldest trails on the mountain with a major overhaul in 2013/2014 still retains its technical nature with a little more flow. Used to access C Buster and John Deer, the trail starts with a steep and stepped chute and rock roll (this section can be bypassed via the new “Dickie” alternate), a flattish pumpy section then takes riders to the main descent just after the John Deer trail head. The trail gets steeper as it approaches the Good Sir Martin intersection then steeper still just after before it’s final flowy section to the exit onto Bridle Path. The trail includes a few skinnies all low to the ground, and several small rock rolls, some of which may be dropped, and a few wider ladder bridges.

The trail is popular with hikers and runners alike and mountain bikers should be prepared to expect foot traffic on the trail. The trail is downhill only for mountain bikers. Do not ride uphill.

Access Info

The trailhead is accessed either from the Baden Powell or via the Upper Severed from the powerlines. Severed ends at Bridle Path.

Trail Supporters
Local Trail Association
Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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  • 6 miles average
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  • 9 miles avg distance
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  • Last: Aug 17, 2026
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        Routes with this trail

        1963
        First Time Visitor - Day 0
        ★ 4.4 • 8 miles • 2,159 ft • 41 • Loop •
        This is the first ride of the First Time Visitor trip. Warm up with some good corners on , then head over...
        1396
        New School Seymour Lap
        ★ 3.0 • 4 miles • 1,100 ft • 19 • Loop •
        Uses the new climb trails, lots of flow in both directions. Starts and ends at Hyannis.
        924
        JD Loop
        4 miles • 1,033 ft • 13 • Loop •
        An easier loop in the Seymour zone.

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        95 Ratings
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        Frequently Asked Questions About Severed D

        ▼ Where is Severed D located?
        Severed D is located in Mount Seymour, North Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. It is part of the Mount Seymour trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 49.33857, -122.97957.
        ▼ How hard is Severed D?
        Severed D is rated as Black Diamond difficulty. The physical rating is Hard. The average grade is 15.7%.
        ▼ What is the elevation gain for Severed D?
        Severed D has 20 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 676 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 737 ft to 1,395 ft.
        ▼ Is Severed D a point to point trail?
        Yes, Severed D is a point to point trail. The direction is Downhill Only. The trail type is singletrack.
        ▼ How long is Severed D?
        Severed D is 4,196 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
        ▼ Are dogs allowed on Severed D?
        Yes, dogs are allowed on Severed D. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
        ▼ When is the best time of year to ride Severed D?
        Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride Severed D are:
        • October (273 activities)
        • July (201 activities)
        • February (192 activities)
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        ▼ How do I access Severed D? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
        The closest parking and trailhead locations to Severed D are: View all parking locations in the area.
        ▼ How long does it take to ride Severed D?
        Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 11 minutes to ride Severed D. The trail is 4,196 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
        ▼ How busy is Severed D?
        Severed D is a very popular trail. There have been 14,484 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 13,932 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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