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1,624 ft
Distance
22 ft
Climb
-197 ft
Descent
00:01:33
Avg time
-177 ft
Altitude change
1,715 ft
Altitude min
1,892 ft
Altitude max
1,892 ft
Altitude start
1,716 ft
Altitude end
-10.9%
Grade
-33.7%
Grade max
12.2%
Grade min
289 ft
Distance climb
1,273 ft
Distance down
62 ft
Distance flat
00:01:33
Avg time

Widowmaker Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
  • Riding Area
    Sugarloaf Mountain Resort
    Carrabassett Valley, Maine
  • Difficulty Rating
  • Trail Style
    Technical
  • Local Popularity
    100 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 85 in E-Biking
  • Global Ranking
    #31354 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #18703 in E-Biking
  • State Ranking
    #156 in Mountain Biking · Maine [+]
    • #70 in E-Biking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes up to Class 1
  • Land Owner
    Sugarloaf Mountain Resort

The blue sections of Widowmaker are hybrid-style trails that blend machine-built flow with natural tech features. They include optional features throughout and deliver a ride experience similar to Rock Lobster, balancing challenge with flow. This trail suits riders looking for a mix of smooth turns and rugged lines.

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Machine-built

Recent Activity on Trail

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  • 1 rides
  • 15 miles average
6 Months
  • 165 rides
  • 22 miles avg distance
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  • 368 rides
  • Last: Oct 31, 2026
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Widowmaker Trail Reports

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Jul 26, 2025 @ 10:39am
Jul 26, 2025
It was awesome today
Jun 17, 2025 @ 9:51am
Jun 17, 2025
the bottom half has recently been turned into a fun, flowy trail. Upper half still with roots. Downhill only.
Aug 16, 2024 @ 1:36pm
Aug 16, 2024
Sep 6, 2020 @ 6:28am
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on Jul 26, 2025
Ideal
Avg: 4.36 (5 votes)
Your vote: 0

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      A good route hitting most of the major descents.
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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is Widowmaker located?
      Widowmaker is located in Sugarloaf Mountain Resort, Carrabassett Valley, Maine, United States. It is part of the Sugarloaf Mountain Resort trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 45.05083, -70.29973.
      ▼ How hard is Widowmaker?
      Widowmaker is rated as Blue difficulty. The average grade is 10.9%.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for Widowmaker?
      Widowmaker has 22 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 197 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 1,715 ft to 1,892 ft.
      ▼ How long is Widowmaker?
      Widowmaker is 1,624 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Widowmaker?
      There is no information about dogs being allowed on Widowmaker. Check with local trail managers or the trail page for the latest access rules.
      ▼ How do I access Widowmaker? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Widowmaker are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to ride Widowmaker?
      Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 2 minutes to ride Widowmaker. The trail is 1,624 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
      ▼ How busy is Widowmaker?
      Widowmaker is a very popular trail. There have been 1,206 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 1,572 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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