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2,031 ft
Distance
37 ft
Climb
-107 ft
Descent
00:05:39
Avg time
-69 ft
Altitude change
159 ft
Altitude min
232 ft
Altitude max
232 ft
Altitude start
164 ft
Altitude end
-3.4%
Grade
-22.8%
Grade max
20.1%
Grade min
561 ft
Distance climb
1,352 ft
Distance down
118 ft
Distance flat
00:05:39
Avg time

Transmutation Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
    • Snowshoe
  • Riding Area
    Pine Hills
    Plymouth, Massachusetts
  • Difficulty Rating
    Blue Rate
  • Local Popularity
    50 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 5 in Trail Running
    • 5 in Hiking
    • 5 in Snowshoeing
  • Global Ranking
    #130206 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #109130 in Trail Running
    • #369417 in Hiking
    • #25731 in Snowshoeing
  • State Ranking
    #2,255 in Mountain Biking · Massachusetts [+]
    • #3,480 in Trail Running
    • #13,502 in Hiking
    • #3,003 in Snowshoeing
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    AM, XC
  • Direction
    Both Directions
    Popular In Reverse
  • Climb Difficulty
    Blue
  • Physical Rating
    Moderate
  • Trail Visibility
    Sometimes hard to follow
  • Family Friendly
    Yes
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • eBike Allowed
    No
  • TTFs on Trail
    Drop, Rock Face
  • Land Owner
    Holtec

Transmutation is a fun blue trail that offers challenging climbs and rock features. This trail has it's pros and cons going in either direction.

This trail is unsanctioned.

Tags
DropsFaint trailFamily friendlyRock slabs
Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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  • Last: Jan 2, 2026
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Transmutation Trail Reports

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Sep 17, 2025 @ 5:36pm (America/New_York)
Sep 17, 2025
 Some parts grown in and washed out.
Jun 2, 2025 @ 10:46am
Jun 2, 2025
Jul 21, 2023 @ 7:59am
Jul 21, 2023
 Wash out
Mar 16, 2022 @ 12:59pm
Mar 16, 2022
 Multiple trees down in the way or blocking trail
May 15, 2021 @ 4:40am
May 15, 2021
 Couple of climbs are very steep/loose.
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on Sep 17, 2025
Variable
Avg: 3.36 (2 votes)
Your vote: 0

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      1 Review & Comments

      Bobbyroose Bobbyroose
      Some washed out sections on the steeper parts

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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is Transmutation located?
      Transmutation is located in Pine Hills, Plymouth, Massachusetts, United States. It is part of the Pine Hills trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 41.93665, -70.59151.
      ▼ How hard is Transmutation?
      Transmutation is rated as Blue difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The average grade is 3.4%. The climb difficulty is rated Blue.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for Transmutation?
      Transmutation has 37 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 107 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 159 ft to 232 ft.
      ▼ Is Transmutation a point to point trail?
      Transmutation is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ How long is Transmutation?
      Transmutation is 2,031 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Transmutation?
      Yes, dogs are allowed on Transmutation. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
      ▼ How do I access Transmutation? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Transmutation are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to ride Transmutation?
      Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 6 minutes to ride Transmutation. The trail is 2,031 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
      ▼ How busy is Transmutation?
      Transmutation is a moderately popular trail. There have been 443 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 451 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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