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2.4 miles
Distance
341 ft
Climb
-348 ft
Descent
00:35:27
Avg time
-6 ft
Altitude change
1,961 ft
Altitude min
2,183 ft
Altitude max
1,992 ft
Altitude start
1,985 ft
Altitude end
-25.9%
Grade max
32.4%
Grade min
1 mile
Distance climb
1 mile
Distance down
866 ft
Distance flat
00:35:27
Avg time

XC Base Loop Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
    • Winter Fat Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Mount Snow
    Dover, Vermont
  • Ref Number
    #1
  • AKA
    Trail 1
  • Difficulty Rating
    Green Rate
  • Local Popularity
    55 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 5 in E-Biking
    • 5 in Trail Running
    • 5 in Hiking
    • 5 in Winter Fat Biking
  • Global Ranking
    #223567 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #144051 in E-Biking
    • #354764 in Trail Running
    • #307472 in Hiking
    • #6012 in Winter Fat Biking
  • State Ranking
    #1,537 in Mountain Biking · Vermont [+]
    • #825 in E-Biking
    • #2,337 in Trail Running
    • #2,129 in Hiking
    • #176 in Winter Fat Biking
  • Hiking SAC Scale
    T1 Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    AM, XC, Fat
  • Direction
    Both Directions
  • Trail Visibility
    Always easy to follow
  • Family Friendly
    Yes
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes up to Class 1
  • Ride in Rain
    Yes
  • Land Owner
    Mount Snow

Base loop graded with up and downhill pitch. Introductory trail for family hiking and biking. Lift pass not required

Tags
Family friendly

Bike Park

Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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XC Base Loop Trail Reports

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Jun 24, 2023 @ 8:23am
Jun 24, 2023
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Jul 22, 2022 @ 12:59pm
Jul 22, 2022
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Jul 6, 2020 @ 3:09pm
Jul 6, 2020
 reporter High grass makes it tough to see the surepack trail at times. Following trailforks can help you navigate the south side of the trail. Half of the...
Jun 18, 2020 @ 7:10pm
Jun 18, 2020
 reporter Summer 2020: All hiking and biking access to Mount Snow is at your own risk. Unmarked hazards or equipment may be encountered at any time...
May 10, 2020 @ 12:35pm
May 10, 2020
 reporter CLOSED (COVID-19)
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      XC loops at MTSnow
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      Mount Snow's XC Trails - base loop first, then the south loop.

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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is XC Base Loop located?
      XC Base Loop is located in Mount Snow, Dover, Vermont, United States. It is part of the Mount Snow trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 42.9682, -72.89573.
      ▼ How hard is XC Base Loop?
      XC Base Loop is rated as Green difficulty.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for XC Base Loop?
      XC Base Loop has 341 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 348 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 1,961 ft to 2,183 ft.
      ▼ Is XC Base Loop a point to point trail?
      XC Base Loop is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ How long is XC Base Loop?
      XC Base Loop is 2.4 miles long. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on XC Base Loop?
      There is no information about dogs being allowed on XC Base Loop. Check with local trail managers or the trail page for the latest access rules.
      ▼ How do I access XC Base Loop? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to XC Base Loop are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to ride XC Base Loop?
      Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 35 minutes to ride XC Base Loop. The trail is 2.4 miles long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
      ▼ How busy is XC Base Loop?
      XC Base Loop is a moderately popular trail. There have been 62 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 78 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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