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1,302 ft
Distance
35 ft
Climb
-119 ft
Descent
00:02:22
Avg time
-84 ft
Altitude change
1,042 ft
Altitude min
1,160 ft
Altitude max
1,125 ft
Altitude start
1,043 ft
Altitude end
-6.4%
Grade
-34.6%
Grade max
16.4%
Grade min
315 ft
Distance climb
866 ft
Distance down
125 ft
Distance flat
00:02:22
Avg time

Taal Top Loop2 Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Paarl Trails
    Paarl
  • Difficulty Rating
    Blue Rate
  • Local Popularity
    90 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 80 in E-Biking
    • 5 in Trail Running
    • 90 in Hiking
  • Global Ranking
    #137814 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #41736 in E-Biking
    • #65202 in Trail Running
    • #28530 in Hiking
  • Hiking SAC Scale
    T2 Mountain Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    DH, AM, XC
  • Direction
    Downhill Only
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  • Climb Difficulty
    Blue
  • Physical Rating
    Moderate
  • Trail Visibility
    Always easy to follow
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes
  • TTFs on Trail
    Berm, Bridge, Drop, Rock Face, Rock Garden
  • Land Owner
    Darren Herbst

The Taal Loop is part of the Blue loop from Specialized trail Zaone , it i a loop that serves as a trail on its own or a link to a number of other trails in the network

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  • 18 miles average
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  • 16 miles avg distance
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 Absolutely amazing trails. INcredibly well maintained - thank you!
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 Trails just getting better and better! Pick up your pass and come enjoy!
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        Frequently Asked Questions About Taal Top Loop2

        ▼ Where is Taal Top Loop2 located?
        Taal Top Loop2 is located in Paarl Trails, Paarl, South Africa. It is part of the Paarl Trails trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates -33.76605, 18.94115.
        ▼ How hard is Taal Top Loop2?
        Taal Top Loop2 is rated as Blue difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The average grade is 6.4%. The climb difficulty is rated Blue.
        ▼ What is the elevation gain for Taal Top Loop2?
        Taal Top Loop2 has 35 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 119 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 1,042 ft to 1,160 ft.
        ▼ Is Taal Top Loop2 a point to point trail?
        Yes, Taal Top Loop2 is a point to point trail. The direction is Downhill Only. The trail type is singletrack.
        ▼ How long is Taal Top Loop2?
        Taal Top Loop2 is 1,302 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
        ▼ Are dogs allowed on Taal Top Loop2?
        There is no information about dogs being allowed on Taal Top Loop2. Check with local trail managers or the trail page for the latest access rules.
        ▼ When is the best time of year to ride Taal Top Loop2?
        Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride Taal Top Loop2 are:
        • November (5 activities)
        • October (3 activities)
        • December (1 activities)
        Check the reports page for current trail conditions.
        ▼ How do I access Taal Top Loop2? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
        The closest parking and trailhead locations to Taal Top Loop2 are: View all parking locations in the area.
        ▼ How long does it take to ride Taal Top Loop2?
        The estimated time to ride Taal Top Loop2 is approximately 2 minutes. The trail is 1,302 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace.
        ▼ How busy is Taal Top Loop2?
        Taal Top Loop2 is a very popular trail. There have been 924 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 945 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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