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3,533 ft
Distance
-530 ft
Descent
00:14:45
Avg time
-530 ft
Altitude change
2,997 ft
Altitude min
3,527 ft
Altitude max
3,527 ft
Altitude start
2,999 ft
Altitude end
-15%
Grade
-53.8%
Grade max
-2.2%
Grade min
3,533 ft
Distance down
00:14:45
Avg time

Trail Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
  • Riding Area
    North Mountain
    Darrington, Washington
  • Difficulty Rating
    Double Black Diamond Rate
  • Local Popularity
    65 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 60 in E-Biking
  • Global Ranking
    #71514 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #75294 in E-Biking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    DH, AM
  • Direction
    Downhill Only
    Popular Direction Shown
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes up to Class 1
  • TTFs on Trail
    Drop, Rock Face, Rock Garden
  • Land Owner
    Washington State Department of Natural Resources (DNR)

Rock faces, steep chutes, gnarly roots... North Mountains 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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  • 24 miles average
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  • 11 rides
  • 19 miles avg distance
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  • 108 rides
  • Last: Jul 26, 2026
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Jul 11, 2026 @ 11:08am (America/Vancouver)
Jul 11, 2026
May 23, 2026 @ 10:29am (America/Los_Angeles)
May 23, 2026
Oct 6, 2025 @ 6:04am (America/Los_Angeles)
Oct 6, 2025
 Dirt is perfect, tons of grip and with the pine needles on the ground it’s feeling pretty loamy.
Apr 28, 2025 @ 5:35pm
Apr 28, 2025
 Evergreen cleared the tree(s). Some lighter debris, but running great. Dry but grippy.
Apr 23, 2025 @ 6:03pm
Apr 23, 2025
 tree down - needs a chainsaw. thank you beautiful trail!
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Avg: 4.49 (7 votes)
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        Directions to showcase-showdown-upper trailhead (48.313710, -121.610220)

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        Frequently Asked Questions About Showcase Showdown (Upper)

        ▼ Where is Showcase Showdown (Upper) located?
        Showcase Showdown (Upper) is located in North Mountain, Darrington, Washington, United States. It is part of the North Mountain trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 48.31371, -121.61022.
        ▼ How hard is Showcase Showdown (Upper)?
        Showcase Showdown (Upper) is rated as Double Black Diamond difficulty. The average grade is 15%.
        ▼ What is the elevation gain for Showcase Showdown (Upper)?
        The trail has 530 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 2,997 ft to 3,527 ft.
        ▼ Is Showcase Showdown (Upper) a point to point trail?
        Yes, Showcase Showdown (Upper) is a point to point trail. The direction is Downhill Only. The trail type is singletrack.

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