This trail is permanently closed/decommissioned
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1.0 mile
Distance
2 ft
Climb
-224 ft
Descent
00:14:16
Avg time
-223 ft
Altitude change
173 ft
Altitude min
397 ft
Altitude max
397 ft
Altitude start
174 ft
Altitude end
-4.2%
Grade
-13.7%
Grade max
2.4%
Grade min
118 ft
Distance climb
3,530 ft
Distance down
1,614 ft
Distance flat
00:14:16
Avg time

Whitehead Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    White Rock Recreation Area
    Hillsborough, New Brunswick
  • Difficulty Rating
  • Voted Difficulty
    Black Diamond (1 vote)
  • Local Popularity
    70 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 55 in E-Biking
    • 95 in Trail Running
    • 5 in Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    XC
  • Physical Rating
    Moderate
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • eBike Allowed

This trail is one of the oldest in the park and a favorite by many locals. It is an old school XC trail that boast both flow and technicality. There are no significant steep descents, but rocks and roots will get your attention and continue to do so until the end. It is one of those trails that you'll want to do over and over due to its character.

Disclaimer

Trail only suitable for hiking ATM.

Tags
Local Trail Association
Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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  • 9 miles avg distance
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  • 152 rides
  • Last: Sep 12, 2026
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Whitehead Trail Reports

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Sep 12, 2026 @ 11:37am (America/Moncton)
Sep 12, 2026
This trail has major issues and should be closed again. Lots of trees down blocking the trail. There is a large washout on an embankment and needs...
Aug 20, 2026 @ 5:47pm (America/Moncton)
Aug 20, 2026
Jul 20, 2026 @ 1:10pm (America/Moncton)
Jul 20, 2026
There are 3 downed trees closer to the end of the trail. The two first are relatively big to bike over but the third is more manageable. This...
Jun 19, 2026 @ 1:07pm (America/Moncton)
Jun 19, 2026
Re-opened with revisitions made to the trail layout and features.
Oct 5, 2025 @ 6:21pm (America/Halifax)
Oct 5, 2025
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on Sep 12, 2026
Ideal
Avg: 4.4 (9 votes)
Your vote: 0

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      1 Review & Comments

      b-korotkov b-korotkov
      Fun trail, can be taken with speed if you're comfortable over roots. One set of double drops around the middle of the trail.

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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is Whitehead located?
      Whitehead is located in White Rock Recreation Area, Hillsborough, New Brunswick, Canada. It is part of the White Rock Recreation Area trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 45.89472, -64.68384.
      ▼ How hard is Whitehead?
      Whitehead is rated as Blue difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The average grade is 4.2%.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for Whitehead?
      Whitehead has 2 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 224 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 173 ft to 397 ft.
      ▼ How long is Whitehead?
      Whitehead is 1.0 mile long. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Whitehead?
      Yes, dogs are allowed on Whitehead. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
      ▼ How do I access Whitehead? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Whitehead are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to ride Whitehead?
      Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 14 minutes to ride Whitehead. The trail is 1.0 mile long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
      ▼ How busy is Whitehead?
      Whitehead is a very popular trail. There have been 1,018 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 997 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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