more stats
515 ft
Distance
26 ft
Climb
00:01:18
Avg time
26 ft
Altitude change
1,352 ft
Altitude min
1,378 ft
Altitude max
1,352 ft
Altitude start
1,378 ft
Altitude end
5.1%
Grade
1.8%
Grade max
8.1%
Grade min
479 ft
Distance climb
36 ft
Distance flat
00:01:18
Avg time

Valley Bound Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
    • Snowshoe
    • Backcountry Ski
  • Riding Area
    Mt. Dufour/Fire Tower Trail Network
    Elliot Lake, Ontario
  • Difficulty Rating
    Blue Rate
  • Local Popularity
    85 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 5 in E-Biking
    • 5 in Trail Running
    • 80 in Hiking
    • 100 in Snowshoeing
    • 5 in Backcountry Skiing
  • Global Ranking
    #220450 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #237467 in E-Biking
    • #325877 in Trail Running
    • #97527 in Hiking
    • #699 in Snowshoeing
    • #11081 in Backcountry Skiing
  • Provincial Ranking
    #4,938 in Mountain Biking · Ontario [+]
    • #3,311 in E-Biking
    • #8,966 in Trail Running
    • #3,226 in Hiking
    • #122 in Snowshoeing
    • #317 in Backcountry Skiing
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    AM, XC
  • Climb Difficulty
    Blue
  • Physical Rating
    Moderate
  • Trail Visibility
    Always easy to follow
  • Family Friendly
    Yes
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes up to Class 1
  • Land Owner
    City of Elliot Lake

Valley Bound is a short uphill trail. At the end of this trail you can turn left for Ski Slope Way or a right for The Loam Ranger.

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  • 11 miles avg distance
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  • Last: Aug 13, 2026
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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is Valley Bound located?
      Valley Bound is located in Mt. Dufour/Fire Tower Trail Network, Elliot Lake, Ontario, Canada. It is part of the Mt. Dufour/Fire Tower Trail Network trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 46.38852, -82.63304.
      ▼ How hard is Valley Bound?
      Valley Bound is rated as Blue difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The average grade is 5.1%. The climb difficulty is rated Blue.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for Valley Bound?
      Valley Bound has 26 ft of elevation gain. The elevation ranges from 1,352 ft to 1,378 ft.
      ▼ How long is Valley Bound?
      Valley Bound is 515 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Valley Bound?
      Yes, dogs are allowed on Valley Bound. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
      ▼ When is the best time of year to ride Valley Bound?
      Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride Valley Bound are:
      • July (7 activities)
      • August (6 activities)
      • April (2 activities)
      Check the reports page for current trail conditions.
      ▼ How do I access Valley Bound? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Valley Bound are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to ride Valley Bound?
      Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 1 minute to ride Valley Bound. The trail is 515 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
      ▼ How busy is Valley Bound?
      Valley Bound is a very popular trail. There have been 73 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 85 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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