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3,609 ft
Distance
-179 ft
Descent
00:03:43
Avg time
-179 ft
Altitude change
3,052 ft
Altitude min
3,231 ft
Altitude max
3,231 ft
Altitude start
3,051 ft
Altitude end
-5%
Grade
-18.3%
Grade max
-0.1%
Grade min
23 ft
Distance climb
3,281 ft
Distance down
305 ft
Distance flat
00:03:43
Avg time

Trail Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
    • Gravel Bike
    • Adaptive Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Moonrakers
    Golden, British Columbia
  • Difficulty Rating
  • Local Popularity
    20 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 5 in E-Biking
    • 5 in Trail Running
    • 5 in Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Doubletrack
  • Bike Type
    AM, XC, RD, Gravel, Adaptive MTB
  • Direction
    Uphill Primary[+]
    • Uphill Primary for Gravel Biking
  • Climb Difficulty
    Blue
  • Physical Rating
    Moderate
  • Season
    May-Nov
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • eBike Allowed

This is a former service road for the telecommunication tower which was removed in 2020. It also connects the two sections of Bear Claw trail as well as providing access to Tonight Tequila and Tomorrow We Ride trails.

Access Info

Continue north on 2% road from Sander Lake for 100 m and road is on your left (just after entrance to Bear Claw).

Local Trail Association
Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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  • 9 miles avg distance
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Apr 23, 2026 @ 5:55pm (America/Edmonton)
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Mar 30, 2026 @ 7:56pm (America/Edmonton)
Mar 30, 2026
reporter The trail crew will open trails as they are assessed. Thanks.
Apr 22, 2025 @ 4:36pm
Apr 22, 2025
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Mar 12, 2025 @ 12:21pm
Mar 12, 2025
reporter Even though it feels like the start of the riding season the trails are still not good to go. Even the sunny slopes have sections with snow and...
Apr 28, 2024 @ 5:38am
Apr 28, 2024
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        Frequently Asked Questions About Tower Road (Skid Road) - no vehicles

        Where is Tower Road (Skid Road) - no vehicles located?
        Tower Road (Skid Road) - no vehicles is located in Moonrakers, Golden, British Columbia, Canada. It is part of the Moonrakers trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 51.24056, -116.95144.
        What is the elevation gain for Tower Road (Skid Road) - no vehicles?
        The trail has 179 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 3,052 ft to 3,231 ft.
        Is Tower Road (Skid Road) - no vehicles a point to point trail?
        Tower Road (Skid Road) - no vehicles is not a point to point trail. The direction is Uphill Primary. The trail type is doubletrack.
        How long is Tower Road (Skid Road) - no vehicles?
        Tower Road (Skid Road) - no vehicles is 3,609 ft long. The trail type is doubletrack.
        Are dogs allowed on Tower Road (Skid Road) - no vehicles?
        Yes, dogs are allowed on Tower Road (Skid Road) - no vehicles. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
        When is the best time of year to ride Tower Road (Skid Road) - no vehicles?
        Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride Tower Road (Skid Road) - no vehicles are:
        • September (13 activities)
        • August (6 activities)
        • May (4 activities)
        Check the reports page for current trail conditions.
        How do I access Tower Road (Skid Road) - no vehicles? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
        The closest parking and trailhead locations to Tower Road (Skid Road) - no vehicles are: View all parking locations in the area.
        How long does it take to ride Tower Road (Skid Road) - no vehicles?
        Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 6 minutes to ride Tower Road (Skid Road) - no vehicles. The trail is 3,609 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
        How busy is Tower Road (Skid Road) - no vehicles?
        Tower Road (Skid Road) - no vehicles is a less popular trail with lighter traffic. There have been 86 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 92 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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