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1,591 ft
Distance
-278 ft
Descent
00:06:50
Avg time
-278 ft
Altitude change
145 ft
Altitude min
425 ft
Altitude max
424 ft
Altitude start
145 ft
Altitude end
-17.487%
Grade
-39.411%
Grade max
1.834%
Grade min
56 ft
Distance climb
1,505 ft
Distance down
30 ft
Distance flat
00:06:50
Avg time

Squid Catcher Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
  • Riding Area
    White Hills
    St. John's, Newfoundland
  • Difficulty Rating
    Double Black Diamond Rate
  • Local Popularity
    70 in Mountain Biking
  • Global Ranking
    #64242 in Mountain Biking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    DH, AM
  • Direction
    Downhill Only
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  • Physical Rating
    Moderate
  • TTFs on Trail
    Drop, Rock Face, Rock Garden

Steep alternative to Oceanside.

If you can ride the drop-in, you should be able to handle the rest of the trail.

This trail is unsanctioned.

Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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  • 7 miles avg distance
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  • 125 rides
  • Last: Aug 11, 2026
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Squid Catcher Trail Reports

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Aug 6, 2026 @ 12:11pm (America/St_Johns)
Aug 6, 2026
 Running very well, no issues to report.
Jul 25, 2024 @ 9:10am
Jul 25, 2024
 Conditions are running fast and excellent, with the tread being quite dry. Run-out at the bottom of the drop in has been cleared up...
May 21, 2021 @ 10:06am
May 21, 2021
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Apr 24, 2021 @ 5:00am
Apr 24, 2021
 reporter White Hills is open for the season! Any soft area try to go light or walk through. Any areas that are new construction and are still soft, turn...
Apr 19, 2021 @ 9:49am
Apr 19, 2021
 reporter White Hills (all sections) isn't ready to rip yet folks! We're still early into our Spring thaw, and with continued trail use, this will quickly...
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on Aug 6, 2026
Ideal
Avg: 4.41 (6 votes)
Your vote: 0

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        Directions to squid-catcher trailhead (47.586370, -52.671030)
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        Technical Trail Features (TTF)

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        Frequently Asked Questions About Squid Catcher

        ▼ Where is Squid Catcher located?
        Squid Catcher is located in White Hills, St. John's, Newfoundland, Canada. It is part of the White Hills trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 47.58637, -52.67103.
        ▼ How hard is Squid Catcher?
        Squid Catcher is rated as Double Black Diamond difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The average grade is 17.487%.
        ▼ What is the elevation gain for Squid Catcher?
        The trail has 278 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 145 ft to 425 ft.
        ▼ Is Squid Catcher a point to point trail?
        Yes, Squid Catcher is a point to point trail. The direction is Downhill Only. The trail type is singletrack.
        ▼ How long is Squid Catcher?
        Squid Catcher is 1,591 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
        ▼ Are dogs allowed on Squid Catcher?
        There is no information about dogs being allowed on Squid Catcher. Check with local trail managers or the trail page for the latest access rules.
        ▼ When is the best time of year to ride Squid Catcher?
        Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride Squid Catcher are:
        • August (29 activities)
        • July (13 activities)
        • June (12 activities)
        Check the reports page for current trail conditions.
        ▼ How do I access Squid Catcher? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
        The closest parking and trailhead locations to Squid Catcher are: View all parking locations in the area.
        ▼ How long does it take to ride Squid Catcher?
        Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 5 minutes to ride Squid Catcher. The trail is 1,591 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
        ▼ How busy is Squid Catcher?
        Squid Catcher is a very popular trail. There have been 1,578 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 1,731 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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