more stats
4,012 ft
Distance
-1,239 ft
Descent
00:48:48
Avg time
-1,239 ft
Altitude change
325 ft
Altitude min
1,564 ft
Altitude max
1,564 ft
Altitude start
325 ft
Altitude end
-30.9%
Grade
-87.5%
Grade max
-0.7%
Grade min
3,963 ft
Distance down
49 ft
Distance flat
00:48:48
Avg time

Slipperies Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Copperlode Dam
    Cairns
  • Difficulty Rating
    Double Black Diamond Rate
  • Local Popularity
    50 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 5 in E-Biking
    • 5 in Trail Running
    • 5 in Hiking
  • Global Ranking
    #267430 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #106196 in E-Biking
    • #139460 in Trail Running
    • #133488 in Hiking
  • Hiking SAC Scale
    T4 Alpine Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    DH, AM
  • Direction
    Downhill Primary
    Popular Direction Shown
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes up to Class 1
  • TTFs on Trail
    Berm, Drop, Jump, Other

Very steep and slippery. Some sections extremely difficult/impossible in the wet.

This trail is unsanctioned.

Traditionally Indigenous Territory

Recent Activity on Trail

Past Week
  • 1 rides
  • 13 miles average
6 Months
  • 1 rides
  • 13 miles avg distance
All
  • 2 rides
  • Last: Sep 12, 2026
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Dec 22, 2022 @ 7:37pm
Dec 22, 2022
 Very wet and a lot of leaf litter. Pretty much abandoned and nearly impossible to ride down
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      Home Grown Goodness
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      3:30 | 451 | Apr 4, 2014 , Cairns
      Gravitate 2013 - Pete Vs Slipperies
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      0:17 | 1181 | Oct 15, 2013 , Cairns
      Slipperies - 17 Feb, '18
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      3:36 | 590 | Jun 9, 2018 , Cairns

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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is Slipperies located?
      Slipperies is located in Copperlode Dam, Cairns, Australia. It is part of the Copperlode Dam trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates -16.96421, 145.71221.
      ▼ How hard is Slipperies?
      Slipperies is rated as Double Black Diamond difficulty. The average grade is 30.9%.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for Slipperies?
      The trail has 1,239 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 325 ft to 1,564 ft.
      ▼ Is Slipperies a point to point trail?
      Slipperies is not a point to point trail. The direction is Downhill Primary. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ How long is Slipperies?
      Slipperies is 4,012 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Slipperies?
      There is no information about dogs being allowed on Slipperies. Check with local trail managers or the trail page for the latest access rules.
      ▼ How do I access Slipperies? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Slipperies are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to ride Slipperies?
      Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 24 minutes to ride Slipperies. The trail is 4,012 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
      ▼ How busy is Slipperies?
      Slipperies is a moderately popular trail. There have been 12 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 12 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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