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1,104 ft
Distance
36 ft
Climb
-165 ft
Descent
00:01:11
Avg time
-129 ft
Altitude change
9,380 ft
Altitude min
9,546 ft
Altitude max
9,509 ft
Altitude start
9,381 ft
Altitude end
-11.651%
Grade
-34.405%
Grade max
33.536%
Grade min
145 ft
Distance climb
817 ft
Distance down
65 ft
Distance flat
00:01:11
Avg time

Space Ape Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
  • Riding Area
    Trestle Bike Park
    Winter Park, Colorado
  • Difficulty Rating
  • Local Popularity
    75 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 65 in E-Biking
  • Global Ranking
    #39021 in Mountain Biking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    DH
  • Direction
    Downhill Only
    Popular Direction Shown
  • eBike Allowed
  • TTFs on Trail
    Drop, Jump

Short trail with a few jumps and a drop.

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Bike Park

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Traditionally Indigenous Territory

Recent Activity on Trail

Past Week
  • 11 rides
  • 30 miles average
6 Months
  • 154 rides
  • 28 miles avg distance
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  • 712 rides
  • Last: Sep 2, 2026
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Sep 6, 2024 @ 12:00pm
Sep 6, 2024
It seemed like the trail could use a little work, but maybe they like it running pretty beat up like it is… Still cool!
Aug 30, 2024 @ 2:01pm
Aug 30, 2024
Trails are in great shape
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on Jun 27, 2026
Ideal
Avg: 4.15 (14 votes)
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        Directions to space-ape trailhead (39.886500, -105.769900)

        Photos

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        Nov 20, 2014 @ 6:32pm
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        Nov 14, 2014 @ 6:04pm
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        Sep 9, 2020 @ 2:13pm
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        Jul 17, 2017 @ 3:34pm
        Jul 17, 2017

        Videos

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        Space Ape: Steep, Rocky Trail at Trestle Bike...
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        0:15 | 85 | Oct 29, 2024 , Winter Park
        youtuber I Only Ride Park With Friends - Trestle...
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        10:18 | 384 | Nov 18, 2019 , Winter Park
        Trestle goofin
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        0:56 | 75 | Sep 13, 2019 , Winter Park
        Laps at Trestle Bike Park
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        6:37 | 75 | Dec 10, 2018 , Winter Park

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        3 7%
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        Frequently Asked Questions About Space Ape

        Where is Space Ape located?
        Space Ape is located in Trestle Bike Park, Winter Park, Colorado, United States. It is part of the Trestle Bike Park trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 39.8865, -105.7699.
        How hard is Space Ape?
        Space Ape is rated as Black Diamond difficulty. The average grade is 11.651%.
        What is the elevation gain for Space Ape?
        Space Ape has 36 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 165 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 9,380 ft to 9,546 ft.
        Is Space Ape a point to point trail?
        Yes, Space Ape is a point to point trail. The direction is Downhill Only. The trail type is singletrack.
        How long is Space Ape?
        Space Ape is 1,104 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
        Are dogs allowed on Space Ape?
        There is no information about dogs being allowed on Space Ape. Check with local trail managers or the trail page for the latest access rules.
        When is the best time of year to ride Space Ape?
        Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride Space Ape are:
        • July (135 activities)
        • August (64 activities)
        • September (48 activities)
        Check the reports page for current trail conditions.
        How do I access Space Ape? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
        The closest parking and trailhead locations to Space Ape are: View all parking locations in the area.
        How long does it take to ride Space Ape?
        Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 1 minute to ride Space Ape. The trail is 1,104 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
        How busy is Space Ape?
        Space Ape is a very popular trail. There have been 7,266 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 9,143 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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