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1.5 miles
Distance
16 ft
Climb
-1,307 ft
Descent
00:16:38
Avg time
-1,292 ft
Altitude change
1,641 ft
Altitude min
2,933 ft
Altitude max
2,933 ft
Altitude start
1,640 ft
Altitude end
-16.4%
Grade
-91.5%
Grade max
41.5%
Grade min
43 ft
Distance climb
1 mile
Distance down
00:16:38
Avg time
Trail Details
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Riding AreaNorth Mountain
Darrington, Washington -
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Voted DifficultyBlack Diamond (1 vote)
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Local Popularity70 in Mountain Biking [+]
- 70 in E-Biking
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Trail TypeSingletrack
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Bike TypeDH, AM
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DirectionDownhill OnlyPopular Direction Shown
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Dogs AllowedYes
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eBike AllowedYes up to Class 1
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TTFs on TrailDrop, Gap Jump, Rock Face, Rock Garden
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Land OwnerWashington State Department of Natural Resources (DNR)
Rock faces, steep chutes, gnarly roots and gap jump in the middle... the lower section of North Mountain's most challenging DH. A few ride-arounds are available for the most difficult features.
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Traditionally Indigenous Territory
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- 38 miles avg distance
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- Last: Jun 13, 2026
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Directions to showcase-showdown-lower trailhead
(48.312620, -121.618310)
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Frequently Asked Questions About Showcase Showdown (Lower)
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Where is Showcase Showdown (Lower) located?
Showcase Showdown (Lower) is located in North Mountain, Darrington, Washington, United States. It is part of the North Mountain trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 48.31262, -121.61831.
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How hard is Showcase Showdown (Lower)?
Showcase Showdown (Lower) is rated as Double Black Diamond difficulty. The average grade is 16.4%.
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What is the elevation gain for Showcase Showdown (Lower)?
Showcase Showdown (Lower) has 16 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 1,307 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 1,641 ft to 2,933 ft.
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Is Showcase Showdown (Lower) a point to point trail?
Yes, Showcase Showdown (Lower) is a point to point trail. The direction is Downhill Only. The trail type is singletrack.
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