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1,483 ft
Distance
135 ft
Climb
00:02:23
Avg time
135 ft
Altitude change
314 ft
Altitude min
449 ft
Altitude max
314 ft
Altitude start
449 ft
Altitude end
9.1%
Grade
39.4%
Grade min
1,053 ft
Distance climb
430 ft
Distance flat
00:02:23
Avg time
Switchbacks Galore Details
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Activities
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Riding AreaRowallan Park
Mackay -
Ref Number#11
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Difficulty Rating
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Local Popularity60 in Mountain Biking [+]
- 65 in E-Biking
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Trail TypeSingletrack
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Bike TypeXC
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DirectionOne DirectionPopular Direction Shown
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Climb DifficultyBlue
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Physical RatingHard
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Trail VisibilityAlways easy to follow
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eBike AllowedYes up to Class 1
Tight switchbacks to access Millsy's Run and Organ Donor.
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Traditionally Indigenous Territory
Recent Activity on Trail
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6 Months
- 12 rides
- 21 miles avg distance
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- 175 rides
- Last: Sep 23, 2026
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