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1.5 miles
Distance
34 ft
Climb
-393 ft
Descent
00:08:15
Avg time
-358 ft
Altitude change
6,912 ft
Altitude min
7,271 ft
Altitude max
7,271 ft
Altitude start
6,913 ft
Altitude end
-4.4%
Grade
-28%
Grade max
8%
Grade min
965 ft
Distance climb
4,865 ft
Distance down
2,198 ft
Distance flat
00:08:15
Avg time
Upper Slalom Details
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Riding AreaWard Mountain
Ely, Nevada -
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Local Popularity100 in Mountain Biking [+]
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- 85 in Hiking
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Trail TypeSingletrack
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Bike TypeDH, XC
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Physical RatingEasy
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SeasonMar - Nov
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Dogs AllowedYes
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eBike Allowed
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Ride in RainYes
This is typically the downhill side of the Ice Plant loop system. It features a fast, narrow trail through meadows and a winding descent through a wash to the bottom. Riders can follow the power line road back to the lower parking area for Ice Plant.
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- 13 miles avg distance
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Directions to upper-slalom trailhead
(39.197300, -114.899000)
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Frequently Asked Questions About Upper Slalom
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Where is Upper Slalom located?
Upper Slalom is located in Ward Mountain, Ely, Nevada, United States. It is part of the Ward Mountain trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 39.1973, -114.899.
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How hard is Upper Slalom?
Upper Slalom is rated as Green difficulty. The physical rating is Easy. The average grade is 4.4%.
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What is the elevation gain for Upper Slalom?
Upper Slalom has 34 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 393 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 6,912 ft to 7,271 ft.
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How long is Upper Slalom?
Upper Slalom is 1.5 miles long. The trail type is singletrack.
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