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3,223 ft
Distance
5 ft
Climb
-672 ft
Descent
00:04:58
Avg time
-667 ft
Altitude change
4,166 ft
Altitude min
4,833 ft
Altitude max
4,833 ft
Altitude start
4,166 ft
Altitude end
-20.693%
Grade
-41.994%
Grade max
5.059%
Grade min
103 ft
Distance climb
3,048 ft
Distance down
72 ft
Distance flat
00:04:58
Avg time

Steeps Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
  • Riding Area
    Swansea Mountain Recreation Site
    Invermere, British Columbia
  • AKA
    Berm Trail
  • Difficulty Rating
    Black Diamond Rate
  • Local Popularity
    85 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 75 in E-Biking
  • Global Ranking
    #64489 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #49749 in E-Biking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    DH, AM, XC
  • Direction
    Downhill Only
    Popular Direction Shown
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes up to Class 1
  • TTFs on Trail
    Berm, Jump

Roughly follows the old line of a trail that went straight down the side of the mountain, hence the name. Steeps today is a flowy descent with a few short steeper sections. Expect bermed switchback corners reminiscent of a dual slalom course, fun bump jumps, and the occasional loose, off camber corner to keep you on your toes. This trail is the logical progression in difficulty after hula girl.

Access Info

Access off the Swansea Climb Road directly or by continuing down from Booty Call. Note that where Booty Call merges into Steeps there is a trail to the right, this is the old Lower Booty Call, which has been closed.

Disclaimer

Gets very dusty and loose in summer.

Local Trail Association
Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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  • 4 miles average
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  • 8 miles avg distance
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        Directions to steeps trailhead (50.502260, -115.950699)
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        youtuber Swansea Tech? Its Loose!
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        20:21 | 563 | May 28, 2020 , Invermere
        Mt Swansea - Steeps
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        281 | Apr 19, 2019 , Invermere
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        7:23 | 461 | Aug 17, 2016 , Invermere
        Fernie BC cup steeps
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        2:14 | 397 | Dec 17, 2014 , Invermere

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        Frequently Asked Questions About Steeps

        ▼ Where is Steeps located?
        Steeps is located in Swansea Mountain Recreation Site, Invermere, British Columbia, Canada. It is part of the Swansea Mountain Recreation Site trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 50.50226, -115.9507.
        ▼ How hard is Steeps?
        Steeps is rated as Black Diamond difficulty. The average grade is 20.693%.
        ▼ What is the elevation gain for Steeps?
        Steeps has 5 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 672 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 4,166 ft to 4,833 ft.
        ▼ Is Steeps a point to point trail?
        Yes, Steeps is a point to point trail. The direction is Downhill Only. The trail type is singletrack.
        ▼ How long is Steeps?
        Steeps is 3,223 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
        ▼ Are dogs allowed on Steeps?
        Yes, dogs are allowed on Steeps. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
        ▼ How do I access Steeps? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
        The closest parking and trailhead locations to Steeps are: View all parking locations in the area.
        ▼ How long does it take to ride Steeps?
        Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 5 minutes to ride Steeps. The trail is 3,223 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
        ▼ How busy is Steeps?
        Steeps is a very popular trail. There have been 1,436 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 1,562 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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