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Fernhill Loop

Not for the faint hearted.

LOCALS SAY

This is a demanding 8km long black diamond trail that will challenge intermediate riders who are looking to push their skill level up a notch. It’s also one of the lesser used trails so it’s good if you’re seeking a bit of solitude.

Fernhill Loop on Trailforks.com

Trail Notes

This challenging trail will trip you up with ambush roots, some tight turns, a couple of narrow sections and a thigh burning 652 m elevation gain across some switchbacks. The route normally takes between 45 mins and 1.5 hours. This trail reaches a total elevation of 930 meters so snow can be an issue in winter. Keep your eye on the weather report and check to make sure that the track is open before making plans.

You can access Fernhill Loop from the Skyline access road (You can ride up Skyline Access Road (**or take the Gondola). This trail is a loop so the there’s no need to retrace your steps.

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