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1,188 ft
Distance
-14 ft
Descent
00:02:36
Avg time
-14 ft
Altitude change
936 ft
Altitude min
952 ft
Altitude max
950 ft
Altitude start
935 ft
Altitude end
-1.2%
Grade
-4.9%
Grade max
2.2%
Grade min
131 ft
Distance climb
469 ft
Distance down
476 ft
Distance flat
00:02:36
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The Itch Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Millbrook Valley Trails
    Millbrook, Ontario
  • Difficulty Rating
    Green Rate
  • Local Popularity
    95 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 100 in Trail Running
    • 55 in Hiking
  • Global Ranking
    #43933 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #2945 in Trail Running
    • #107215 in Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    XC
  • Direction
    Both Directions
  • Climb Difficulty
    Green
  • Physical Rating
    Easy
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • Ride in Rain
    Yes

Wind through pine plantations on this short but fun connector trail. Formerly known for being a hotbed of poison ivy - it has since been treated and is noticeably less itchy these days.

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Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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  • 10 rides
  • 7 miles average
6 Months
  • 172 rides
  • 8 miles avg distance
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  • 1,010 rides
  • Last: Aug 25, 2026
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on Aug 26, 2026
Ideal
Avg: 4.19 (4 votes)
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        Directions to the-itch trailhead (44.121430, -78.452490)
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        Millbrook Valley Trail - The Itch
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        Technical Trail Features (TTF)

        Routes with this trail

        112
        Ride it Like a Local - Out and Back
        11 miles • 890 ft • 14 • Out & Back •
        Ride it like a local! Park at the trout ponds (MNR property) and head approximately 10km out towards the...
        86
        2025 Ganny Enduro - Kids Course
        8 miles • 662 ft • 14 • Loop • Race •
        2025 Marin Bikes Ganny Enduro - Kids course Stage 1 - Stage 2 -
        91
        2025 Ganny Enduro - Short Course
        17 miles • 1,195 ft • 16 • Race •
        2025 Ganny Enduro - Short course Stage 1 - Stage 2 - Stage 3 - Lower GT Stage 4 -
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        Frequently Asked Questions About The Itch

        ▼ Where is The Itch located?
        The Itch is located in Millbrook Valley Trails, Millbrook, Ontario, Canada. It is part of the Millbrook Valley Trails trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 44.12143, -78.45249.
        ▼ How hard is The Itch?
        The Itch is rated as Green difficulty. The physical rating is Easy. The average grade is 1.2%. The climb difficulty is rated Green.
        ▼ What is the elevation gain for The Itch?
        The trail has 14 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 936 ft to 952 ft.
        ▼ Is The Itch a point to point trail?
        The Itch is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is singletrack.
        ▼ How long is The Itch?
        The Itch is 1,188 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
        ▼ Are dogs allowed on The Itch?
        Yes, dogs are allowed on The Itch. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
        ▼ When is the best time of year to ride The Itch?
        Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride The Itch are:
        • October (92 activities)
        • June (65 activities)
        • August (59 activities)
        Check the reports page for current trail conditions.
        ▼ How do I access The Itch? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
        The closest parking and trailhead locations to The Itch are: View all parking locations in the area.
        ▼ How long does it take to ride The Itch?
        Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 2 minutes to ride The Itch. The trail is 1,188 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
        ▼ How busy is The Itch?
        The Itch is a very popular trail. There have been 3,108 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 5,367 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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