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3,753 ft
Distance
-495 ft
Descent
00:02:15
Avg time
-495 ft
Altitude change
788 ft
Altitude min
1,283 ft
Altitude max
1,283 ft
Altitude start
787 ft
Altitude end
-13.2%
Grade
-36.2%
Grade max
-1.2%
Grade min
3,717 ft
Distance down
36 ft
Distance flat
00:02:15
Avg time

The Trooper Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
  • Riding Area
    The Highlands at Harbor Springs
    Harbor Springs, Michigan
  • Difficulty Rating
    Double Black Diamond Rate
  • Voted Difficulty
    Double Black Diamond (1 vote)
  • Local Popularity
    20 in Mountain Biking
  • Global Ranking
    #14295 in Mountain Biking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    DH, AM, DJ
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • TTFs on Trail
    Drop, Jump, Rock Face

Not for beginners or the faint of heart. Offers several large jumps and very tight, technical terrain that is often off camber.

source: Boyne Mountain Highlands

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Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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Aug 30, 2026 @ 11:37am (America/Detroit)
1 day
 Report from other Rider. A little slick on the roots. Slight drizzle/rain.
Aug 16, 2026 @ 1:17pm (America/Detroit)
Aug 16, 2026
Jul 9, 2026 @ 6:46pm (America/Menominee)
Jul 9, 2026
Sep 3, 2024 @ 5:52am
Sep 3, 2024
Trail open as of 8-31-24. Slight reroute at top. Gap jump mid way down has been reworked.
Aug 20, 2023 @ 5:53am
Aug 20, 2023
Trail is closed for the 2023 season in order to build a new lift
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        Frequently Asked Questions About The Trooper

        ▼ Where is The Trooper located?
        The Trooper is located in The Highlands at Harbor Springs, Harbor Springs, Michigan, United States. It is part of the The Highlands at Harbor Springs trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 45.47157, -84.94733.
        ▼ How hard is The Trooper?
        The Trooper is rated as Double Black Diamond difficulty. The average grade is 13.2%.
        ▼ What is the elevation gain for The Trooper?
        The trail has 495 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 788 ft to 1,283 ft.
        ▼ How long is The Trooper?
        The Trooper is 3,753 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
        ▼ Are dogs allowed on The Trooper?
        Yes, dogs are allowed on The Trooper. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
        ▼ When is the best time of year to ride The Trooper?
        Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride The Trooper are:
        • September (10 activities)
        • August (8 activities)
        • June (6 activities)
        Check the reports page for current trail conditions.
        ▼ How do I access The Trooper? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
        The closest parking and trailhead locations to The Trooper are: View all parking locations in the area.
        ▼ How long does it take to ride The Trooper?
        Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 15 minutes to ride The Trooper. The trail is 3,753 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
        ▼ How busy is The Trooper?
        The Trooper is a less popular trail with lighter traffic. There have been 230 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 311 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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