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2.9 miles
Distance
863 ft
Climb
-208 ft
Descent
00:55:21
Avg time
654 ft
Altitude change
2,735 ft
Altitude min
3,390 ft
Altitude max
2,735 ft
Altitude start
3,389 ft
Altitude end
4.3%
Grade
-31.4%
Grade max
31.8%
Grade min
2 miles
Distance climb
3,606 ft
Distance down
2,215 ft
Distance flat
00:55:21
Avg time
Upstream Details
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Activities
- Mountain Bike
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- Trail Running
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Riding AreaStewart Creek Trails
Christina Lake, British Columbia -
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Local Popularity100 in Mountain Biking [+]
- 100 in E-Biking
- 5 in Trail Running
- 100 in Hiking
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Hiking SAC ScaleT1 Hiking
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Trail TypeSingletrack
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Bike TypeAM
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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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Family FriendlyYes
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Dogs AllowedYes
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eBike AllowedYes up to Class 1
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TTFs on TrailBerm, Bridge, Ladder Bridge
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Year Opened2018
Work being done on upper section above Dicksons Decent. Proceed with CAUTION
Multi-directional trail that winds its way through a beautiful forest. The trail utilizes old logging and skid trail roads that have been reclaimed by mother nature and opened up by man for your recreational enjoyment. The trail descends to a beautiful creek and ascends to a fast and flowy single/double track. The trail continues its climb and rewards you with multiple options for a great finish. Stop at the midpoint for Option 1, 2, or 3: Ride https://www.trailforks.com/trails/no-7-jumpstreet/] No.7 Jumpstreet[/L] to complete the loop. Option 2: Rip down Wheelchair for a great finish. Option 3: Power up Westlake-TNT
Option 4 & 5: Climb all the way Upstream and shred There's Willis and Spooner Option 5: At the top of Upstream continue on There's Willis & Boris access road to the top of Upper Boris
Access Info
From Christina Lake take Hwy 3 west towards Grand Forks. Just after the Hwy 395, turn right onto Stewart Creek Rd, follow approx. 4 km, trail is accessed just passed the official Stewart Creek Forest Service Road and the cattle guard. just a few meters passed the exit for No.7 Jumpstreet.
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Directions to upstream trailhead
(49.045050, -118.256570)
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Frequently Asked Questions About Upstream
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Where is Upstream located?
Upstream is located in Stewart Creek Trails, Christina Lake, British Columbia, Canada. It is part of the Stewart Creek Trails trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 49.04505, -118.25657.
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How hard is Upstream?
Upstream is rated as Blue difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The average grade is 4.3%. The climb difficulty is rated Blue.
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What is the elevation gain for Upstream?
Upstream has 263 m of elevation gain. The trail has 63 m of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 834 m to 1,033 m.
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How long is Upstream?
Upstream is 4.6 km long. The trail type is singletrack.
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