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2,884 ft
Distance
44 ft
Climb
-40 ft
Descent
00:04:40
Avg time
4 ft
Altitude change
220 ft
Altitude min
264 ft
Altitude max
220 ft
Altitude start
226 ft
Altitude end
0.1%
Grade
-22.3%
Grade max
9.8%
Grade min
1,706 ft
Distance climb
787 ft
Distance down
390 ft
Distance flat
00:04:40
Avg time

Summit Bypass Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Wissahickon Valley Park
    Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
  • Difficulty Rating
  • Voted Difficulty
    Blue (3 votes)
  • Local Popularity
    100 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 100 in E-Biking
    • 100 in Trail Running
    • 100 in Hiking
  • Global Ranking
    #49443 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #9841 in Trail Running
    • #13112 in Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    XC
  • Direction
    Both Directions
  • Physical Rating
    Moderate
  • Trail Visibility
    Always easy to follow
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes up to Class 1
  • Year Opened
    2017
  • Land Owner
    Philadelphia Parks and Recreation

New trail bypasses the Gravel double track to Summit Ave. Heading south from the intersection with the gravel climb up to Summit Avenue the trail is mostly flat, after you pass a large open clearing, there is a short steep descent followed by a stream crossing. The trail comes to a t-intersection, go left to follow the main trail.

Local Trail Association
Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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  • 3 rides
  • 15 miles average
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  • 296 rides
  • 14 miles avg distance
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  • 1,896 rides
  • Last: Aug 12, 2026
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        Directions to summit-bypass trailhead (40.062670, -75.224470)

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        0:22 | 140 | Oct 21, 2025 , Philadelphia
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        3:14 | 80 | Jul 3, 2024 , Philadelphia
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        2:54 | 42 | Jul 3, 2024 , Philadelphia

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        Frequently Asked Questions About Summit Bypass

        Where is Summit Bypass located?
        Summit Bypass is located in Wissahickon Valley Park, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States. It is part of the Wissahickon Valley Park trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 40.06267, -75.22447.
        How hard is Summit Bypass?
        Summit Bypass is rated as Green difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The average grade is 0.1%.
        What is the elevation gain for Summit Bypass?
        Summit Bypass has 44 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 40 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 220 ft to 264 ft.
        Is Summit Bypass a point to point trail?
        Summit Bypass is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is singletrack.
        How long is Summit Bypass?
        Summit Bypass is 2,884 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
        Are dogs allowed on Summit Bypass?
        Yes, dogs are allowed on Summit Bypass. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
        When is the best time of year to ride Summit Bypass?
        Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride Summit Bypass are:
        • July (115 activities)
        • November (86 activities)
        • August (78 activities)
        Check the reports page for current trail conditions.
        How do I access Summit Bypass? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
        The closest parking and trailhead locations to Summit Bypass are: View all parking locations in the area.
        How long does it take to ride Summit Bypass?
        Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 4 minutes to ride Summit Bypass. The trail is 2,884 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
        How busy is Summit Bypass?
        Summit Bypass is a very popular trail. There have been 14,509 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 15,234 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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