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1,657 ft
Distance
38 ft
Climb
-115 ft
Descent
00:04:28
Avg time
-81 ft
Altitude change
1,647 ft
Altitude min
1,728 ft
Altitude max
1,728 ft
Altitude start
1,647 ft
Altitude end
-4.9%
Grade
-72.6%
Grade max
18.2%
Grade min
614 ft
Distance climb
991 ft
Distance down
52 ft
Distance flat
00:04:28
Avg time
Turtleback Traverse Details
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Activities
- Mountain Bike
- Winter Fat Bike
- Hike
- Trail Running
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Riding AreaKnox Mountain Park
Kelowna, British Columbia -
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Local Popularity45 in Mountain Biking [+]
- 55 in Trail Running
- 60 in Hiking
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Hiking SAC ScaleT1 Hiking
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Trail TypeSingletrack
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Bike TypeAM, XC, Fat
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DirectionBoth Directions
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Climb DifficultyBlue
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Physical RatingModerate
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Trail VisibilityAlways easy to follow
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Dogs AllowedYes
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Land OwnerCity of Kelowna
This is a multi-use trail that runs along the high ridge line above Royal Pine Dr. known locally as "The Turtleback". If riding from north to south, it starts with some rolling elevation change with a couple of punchy climbs. At the south end it drops sharply down to Return Of The Turtles. Be aware of severe cliff exposure to the west. Highly recommended to stay on the trail. Offers views over Kelowna and Okanagan Lake.
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Runs off of the SW corner of Front Side Connector.
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Traditionally Indigenous Territory
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6 Months
- 6 rides
- 16 miles avg distance
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- 35 rides
- Last: Jun 28, 2026
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(49.905750, -119.478750)
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Frequently Asked Questions About Turtleback Traverse
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Where is Turtleback Traverse located?
Turtleback Traverse is located in Knox Mountain Park, Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada. It is part of the Knox Mountain Park trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 49.90575, -119.47875.
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How hard is Turtleback Traverse?
Turtleback Traverse is rated as Blue difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The average grade is 4.9%. The climb difficulty is rated Blue.
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What is the elevation gain for Turtleback Traverse?
Turtleback Traverse has 12 m of elevation gain. The trail has 35 m of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 502 m to 527 m.
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Is Turtleback Traverse a point to point trail?
Turtleback Traverse is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is singletrack.
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