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1,493 ft
Distance
-398 ft
Descent
00:08:29
Avg time
-398 ft
Altitude change
963 ft
Altitude min
1,361 ft
Altitude max
1,361 ft
Altitude start
961 ft
Altitude end
-26.7%
Grade
-40.8%
Grade max
-6.8%
Grade min
1,493 ft
Distance down
00:08:29
Avg time
Upper Roach Hit Details
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Activities
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Riding AreaCypress Mountain
West Vancouver, British Columbia -
AKARoach Hit
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Difficulty Rating
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Voted DifficultyDouble Black Diamond (3 votes)
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Local Popularity85 in Mountain Biking [+]
- 55 in E-Biking
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Global Ranking
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Trail TypeSingletrack
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Bike TypeDH
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Dogs AllowedYes
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eBike Allowed
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TTFs on TrailDrop, Jump, Gap Jump, Rock Face
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Ride in RainYes
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Land OwnerBPP
Top half is natural and rugged, with some janky tech and an optional drop off a boulder. Lower half below SLT is more flowy with several gap jumps.
Access Info
Accessed off BLT after Roach Clip
This trail is unsanctioned.
Traditionally Indigenous Territory
Recent Activity on Trail
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6 Months
- 55 rides
- 10 miles avg distance
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- 503 rides
- Last: Jul 30, 2026
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Directions to upper-roach-hit trailhead
(49.356210, -123.223600)
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Frequently Asked Questions About Upper Roach Hit
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Where is Upper Roach Hit located?
Upper Roach Hit is located in Cypress Mountain, West Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. It is part of the Cypress Mountain trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 49.35621, -123.2236.
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How hard is Upper Roach Hit?
Upper Roach Hit is rated as Double Black Diamond difficulty. The average grade is 26.7%.
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What is the elevation gain for Upper Roach Hit?
The trail has 398 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 963 ft to 1,361 ft.
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How long is Upper Roach Hit?
Upper Roach Hit is 1,493 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
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