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1,473 ft
Distance
90 ft
Climb
-2 ft
Descent
00:03:27
Avg time
88 ft
Altitude change
319 ft
Altitude min
407 ft
Altitude max
319 ft
Altitude start
407 ft
Altitude end
6%
Grade
-1%
Grade max
24.5%
Grade min
846 ft
Distance climb
223 ft
Distance down
266 ft
Distance flat
00:03:27
Avg time

Thorlock Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    White Hills
    St. John's, Newfoundland
  • Difficulty Rating
  • Local Popularity
    95 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 70 in Trail Running
    • 100 in Hiking
  • Global Ranking
    #5359 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #79126 in Trail Running
    • #8998 in Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Direction
    Uphill Primary
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  • Climb Difficulty
    Blue
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes

A climb trail created in 2021, bringing you from the mid-point of U-190 up onto the early end of Oceanside. Some moderate switchbacks to gain elevation, and a nice straight section mid-way up to get some speed going for a bit of climb-fun.

Access Info

Access from mid-point of U-190 Trail.

This trail is unsanctioned.

Traditionally Indigenous Territory

Recent Activity on Trail

Past Week
  • 5 rides
  • 6 miles average
6 Months
  • 29 rides
  • 8 miles avg distance
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  • 365 rides
  • Last: Jul 10, 2026
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Jul 25, 2024 @ 9:09am
Jul 25, 2024
Conditions are running fast and excellent, with the tread being quite dry. Get out and enjoy.
May 2, 2022 @ 2:33am
May 2, 2022
In great shape for spring, minimal mud, and set up well.
Jun 19, 2021 @ 2:03pm
Jun 19, 2021
Great riding! Very well done uphill climb to Oceanside
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on Jul 25, 2024
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Avg: 4.21 (3 votes)
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        Frequently Asked Questions About Thorlock

        Where is Thorlock located?
        Thorlock is located in White Hills, St. John's, Newfoundland, Canada. It is part of the White Hills trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 47.58517, -52.67279.
        How hard is Thorlock?
        Thorlock is rated as Blue difficulty. The average grade is 6%. The climb difficulty is rated Blue.
        What is the elevation gain for Thorlock?
        Thorlock has 28 m of elevation gain. The trail has 1 m of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 97 m to 124 m.
        Is Thorlock a point to point trail?
        Thorlock is not a point to point trail. The direction is Uphill Primary. The trail type is singletrack.

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