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2,543 ft
Distance
38 ft
Climb
-13 ft
Descent
00:06:19
Avg time
26 ft
Altitude change
416 ft
Altitude min
454 ft
Altitude max
428 ft
Altitude start
453 ft
Altitude end
1%
Grade
-5.9%
Grade max
6.1%
Grade min
1,706 ft
Distance climb
561 ft
Distance down
276 ft
Distance flat
00:06:19
Avg time
Stringer Details
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Activities
- Mountain Bike
- Hike
- Trail Running
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Riding AreaWater District Lands
Nanaimo, British Columbia -
AKAG-String
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Difficulty Rating
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Local Popularity50 in Mountain Biking [+]
- 55 in Trail Running
- 55 in Hiking
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Trail TypeSingletrack
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Bike TypeXC
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DirectionBoth Directions
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Climb DifficultyBlue
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Physical RatingModerate
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SeasonYear round
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Family FriendlyYes
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Dogs AllowedYes
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TTFs on TrailBridge, Rock Garden, Other
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Land OwnerCity of Nanaimo
A classic short cross country segment linking from the Abyss to Morrell/Westwood powerlines area. Not much elevation change, but a few punchy climbs and lots of roots to keep you on your toes.
When it’s wet, trail gets really really wet.
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Traditionally Indigenous Territory
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6 Months
- 11 rides
- 10 miles avg distance
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- 130 rides
- Last: Jun 7, 2026
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Directions to stringer trailhead
(49.139120, -123.974290)
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Frequently Asked Questions About Stringer
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Where is Stringer located?
Stringer is located in Water District Lands, Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada. It is part of the Water District Lands trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 49.13912, -123.97429.
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How hard is Stringer?
Stringer is rated as Blue difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The average grade is 1%. The climb difficulty is rated Blue.
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What is the elevation gain for Stringer?
Stringer has 38 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 13 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 416 ft to 454 ft.
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Is Stringer a point to point trail?
Stringer is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is singletrack.
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