more stats
1,864 ft
Distance
232 ft
Climb
00:07:26
Avg time
232 ft
Altitude change
1,468 ft
Altitude min
1,700 ft
Altitude max
1,468 ft
Altitude start
1,699 ft
Altitude end
12.4%
Grade
-1.9%
Grade max
32.7%
Grade min
1,745 ft
Distance climb
23 ft
Distance down
95 ft
Distance flat
00:07:26
Avg time

Tapley Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
  • Riding Area
    Mt. Telemark Village
    Cable, Wisconsin
  • Difficulty Rating
    Blue Rate
  • Local Popularity
    85 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 95 in E-Biking
  • Global Ranking
    #92628 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #249025 in E-Biking
  • State Ranking
    #677 in Mountain Biking · Wisconsin [+]
    • #1,005 in E-Biking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Direction
    Uphill Only
    Popular Direction Shown
  • Climb Difficulty
    Blue
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes up to Class 1
  • Land Owner
    American Birkebeiner

Tapley is a challenging but rewarding climb back to the top of Mt. Telemark and the hub of our advanced trail system. Tapley rides through remnants of the old ski hill along an old lift line that provides a feeling of elevation and exposure that is rare in our region.

Tags
Exposure

Local Trail Association

Traditionally Indigenous Territory

Recent Activity on Trail

Past Week
  • 1 rides
  • 10.3 km average
6 Months
  • 30 rides
  • 20.0 km avg distance
All
  • 90 rides
  • Last: Oct 31, 2026
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Tapley Trail Reports

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Nov 4, 2026 @ 1:55pm (America/Chicago)
Nov 4, 2026
 Plenty of rain recently. Deep tread marks left if ridden. Please stay off the trails until it dries out.
Oct 27, 2026 @ 4:10pm (America/Chicago)
Oct 27, 2026
 Plenty of rain recently. Deep tread marks left if ridden. Please stay off the trails until it dries out.
Oct 27, 2026 @ 4:06pm (America/Chicago)
Oct 27, 2026
 Plenty of rain recently. Deep tread marks left if ridden. Please stay off the trails until it dries out.
Oct 24, 2026 @ 8:02am (America/Chicago)
Oct 24, 2026
 Periodic leaf blowing has happened on all trails, but expect heavy leaf coverage in areas where wind tends to gather like berms and cut banks....
Sep 11, 2026 @ 2:31pm (America/Chicago)
Sep 11, 2026
 NICA will be hosting the Cable Conquest race this weekend, so if you are planning to come ride please note that there will be an increase in...
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on Nov 4, 2026
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Avg: 3.98 (1 votes)
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      Mt. Telemark Enduro
      10 miles • 1,650 ft • 27 •
      Trail route to hit all of the downhill trails at Mt. Telemark
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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is Tapley located?
      Tapley is located in Mt. Telemark Village, Cable, Wisconsin, United States. It is part of the Mt. Telemark Village trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 46.18339, -91.24909.
      ▼ How hard is Tapley?
      Tapley is rated as Blue difficulty. The average grade is 12.4%. The climb difficulty is rated Blue.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for Tapley?
      Tapley has 232 ft of elevation gain. The elevation ranges from 1,468 ft to 1,700 ft.
      ▼ Is Tapley a point to point trail?
      Yes, Tapley is a point to point trail. The direction is Uphill Only. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ How long is Tapley?
      Tapley is 1,864 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Tapley?
      There is no information about dogs being allowed on Tapley. Check with local trail managers or the trail page for the latest access rules.
      ▼ When is the best time of year to ride Tapley?
      Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride Tapley are:
      • October (26 activities)
      • September (18 activities)
      • August (17 activities)
      Check the reports page for current trail conditions.
      ▼ How do I access Tapley? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Tapley are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to ride Tapley?
      Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 7 minutes to ride Tapley. The trail is 1,864 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
      ▼ How busy is Tapley?
      Tapley is a very popular trail. There have been 403 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 659 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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