more stats
1,572 ft
Distance
-351 ft
Descent
00:04:00
Avg time
-351 ft
Altitude change
3,169 ft
Altitude min
3,520 ft
Altitude max
3,520 ft
Altitude start
3,169 ft
Altitude end
-22.4%
Grade
-49.5%
Grade max
-6.4%
Grade min
1,572 ft
Distance down
00:04:00
Avg time

Washtub Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
  • Riding Area
    Mountain Station
    Nelson, British Columbia
  • AKA
    Space Tub
  • Difficulty Rating
    Black Diamond Rate
  • Local Popularity
    70 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 75 in E-Biking
  • Global Ranking
    #82783 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #79224 in E-Biking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Direction
    Downhill Primary
    Popular Direction Shown
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes up to Class 1

Fresh yet rugged connector, branching off of lower Spacejunk and flows directly into Upper Kutkorners.

Local Trail Association
Traditionally Indigenous Territory

Recent Activity on Trail

Past Week
  • 2 rides
  • 7 miles average
6 Months
  • 20 rides
  • 7 miles avg distance
All
  • 71 rides
  • Last: Sep 24, 2026
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Washtub Trail Reports

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Sep 22, 2025 @ 8:16am (America/Vancouver)
Sep 22, 2025
 reporter Anderson Creek FSR is CLOSED today, Monday 22nd of September 7-3pm. Access via Racoon, Badger and Honey is allowed. NO ACCESS BEYOND THE...
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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is Washtub located?
      Washtub is located in Mountain Station, Nelson, British Columbia, Canada. It is part of the Mountain Station trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 49.49106, -117.262.
      ▼ How hard is Washtub?
      Washtub is rated as Black Diamond difficulty. The average grade is 22.4%.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for Washtub?
      The trail has 351 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 3,169 ft to 3,520 ft.
      ▼ Is Washtub a point to point trail?
      Washtub is not a point to point trail. The direction is Downhill Primary. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ How long is Washtub?
      Washtub is 1,572 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Washtub?
      Yes, dogs are allowed on Washtub. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
      ▼ How do I access Washtub? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Washtub are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to ride Washtub?
      Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 7 minutes to ride Washtub. The trail is 1,572 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
      ▼ How busy is Washtub?
      Washtub is a very popular trail. There have been 422 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 416 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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