more stats
735 ft
Distance
-81 ft
Descent
00:00:39
Avg time
-81 ft
Altitude change
3,889 ft
Altitude min
3,970 ft
Altitude max
3,970 ft
Altitude start
3,888 ft
Altitude end
-11%
Grade
-29.7%
Grade max
23 ft
Distance climb
689 ft
Distance down
23 ft
Distance flat
00:00:39
Avg time

Whiskey (upper) Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Malde Creek
    Rossland, British Columbia
  • Difficulty Rating
    Blue Rate
  • Local Popularity
    75 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 80 in E-Biking
    • 50 in Trail Running
    • 45 in Hiking
  • Global Ranking
    #58441 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #26078 in E-Biking
    • #95994 in Trail Running
    • #99596 in Hiking
  • Hiking SAC Scale
    T1 Hiking
  • Trail Exposure
    Normal
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    DH, AM, XC
  • Direction
    Downhill Only[+]
    Popular Direction Shown
    • Downhill Only for E-Biking
    • Downhill Only for Trail Running
    • Downhill Only for Hiking
  • Physical Rating
    Easy
  • Trail Visibility
    Always easy to follow
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes
  • TTFs on Trail
    Rock Face
  • Ride in Rain
    Yes
  • Lighting
    No
  • OSM Way
    #247724538

A short section from Tamarack to Malde Creek FSR. Options are Whiskey on the Rocks (look for the hard to see entrance on the right) or further down to Birch Main FSR on the right that leads to Whiskey, Cherry Poppins, Crown Point, or Stunted Growth.

Local Trail Association
Traditionally Indigenous Territory

Recent Activity on Trail

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  • 50 rides
  • 11 miles avg distance
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  • 338 rides
  • Last: Sep 17, 2026
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Whiskey (upper) Trail Reports

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Jul 27, 2026 @ 5:11pm (America/Vancouver)
Jul 27, 2026
 reporter The wildfire is now “under control”, so trail closures in this area have been rescinded.
Jul 17, 2026 @ 5:34pm (America/Creston)
Jul 17, 2026
 Such a great trail!
Oct 6, 2024 @ 4:38pm
Oct 6, 2024
Jul 11, 2024 @ 1:15am
Jul 11, 2024
Sep 4, 2023 @ 11:33am
Sep 4, 2023
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on Jul 27, 2026
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Avg: 3.99 (3 votes)
Your vote: 0

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      SMDA - Crown Point
      ★ 5.0 • 25 miles • 4,668 ft • 20 • Loop •
      The best route if you want to pedal SMDA and Crown Point in one long ride. Whiskey on the Rocks optional,...
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      ★ 4.0 • 11 miles • 1,993 ft • 12 • Loop •
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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is Whiskey (upper) located?
      Whiskey (upper) is located in Malde Creek, Rossland, British Columbia, Canada. It is part of the Malde Creek trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 49.03551, -117.79703.
      ▼ How hard is Whiskey (upper)?
      Whiskey (upper) is rated as Blue difficulty. The physical rating is Easy. The average grade is 11%.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for Whiskey (upper)?
      The trail has 81 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 3,889 ft to 3,970 ft.
      ▼ Is Whiskey (upper) a point to point trail?
      Yes, Whiskey (upper) is a point to point trail. The direction is Downhill Only. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ How long is Whiskey (upper)?
      Whiskey (upper) is 735 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Whiskey (upper)?
      Yes, dogs are allowed on Whiskey (upper). Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
      ▼ How do I access Whiskey (upper)? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Whiskey (upper) are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to ride Whiskey (upper)?
      Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 1 minute to ride Whiskey (upper). The trail is 735 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
      ▼ How busy is Whiskey (upper)?
      Whiskey (upper) is a very popular trail. There have been 2,891 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 3,099 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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