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        China Ridge Trails, a unique gem and true wonderland, is located near Princeton British Columbia’s back door. The trail system comprises a north-south upland ridge running through forested regions, grassy slopes, and reforested areas. Spectacular views of mountains to the east and west, as well as the Coquihalla Mountain Range, are sighted from the trails. Snowcapped peaks dominate the northward vista. Come experience the charm of China Ridge in Princeton, BC.
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        Nordic Ski Stats

        Global Ranking
        #394
        State Ranking
        #29
        Trails (view details)
        27
        Trails Mountain Bike
        30
        Trails E-Bike
        19
        Trails Horse
        17
        Trails Hike
        30
        Trails Trail Running
        30
        Trails Dirtbike/Moto
        1
        Trails Snowshoe
        3
        Trails Backcountry Ski
        1
        Trails Nordic Ski
        27
        Total Distance
        42 miles
        Total Descent Distance
        25 miles
        Total Descent
        7,736 ft
        Total Vertical
        1,716 ft
        Ridden Counter
        31

        Popular China Ridge Nordic Skiing Trails

        K9
        95 0.0 1 mile 216 ft 4
        Dog friendly ski trail. Steep switchbacks on the way out require caution (and a good snowplow)
        80 0.0 3,881 ft 10 ft 4
        Dogs allowed in the summer
        80 0.0 5 miles 215 ft 3
        Popular blue difficulty dirt/gravel road. This nordic ski primary trail can be used both directions. Winter use: Classic snow grooming. On average it takes 26 minutes to complete this trail.
        K9
        90 0.0 1 mile 131 ft 3
        Flat to rolling terrain and part of the dog friendly loop to the Dawg House Shelter
        100 0.0 3,893 ft 20 ft 3
        Blue difficulty singletrack. This nordic ski primary trail can be used both directions.
        90 0.0 1,144 ft 19 ft 2
        part of / / L'ill Loop dog friendly trail
        85 0.0 1 mile 104 ft 2
        A popular novice trail for skiers, it's one of the few trails at China that is groomed wide enough for skating. Trail can be skied in either direction. No dogs please in the winter, welcomed in the summer
        100 0.0 2,752 ft 4 ft 2
        Dogs allowed in the summer, no dogs please in the winter. A favorite trail to take on the way out to the Rueben Jones shelter to by pass some climbing on the Trail

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        Recent Trail Reports

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        I'll Loop
        Oct 2, 2025 @ 11:27am (America/Vancouver)
        Oct 2, 2025
        IdealMountain Bike Awesome riding on Day 8 of the ARWS World...StoshIam
        Clear View
        Jul 11, 2020 @ 12:41pm
        Jul 11, 2020
        IdealMountain Bike double track old roadCraigHinCA
        China Loop
        Jul 11, 2020 @ 12:41pm
        Jul 11, 2020
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        May 18, 2026 @ 4:02pm
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        Feb 21, 2026 @ 3:32pm
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        Aug 13, 2025 @ 9:03am
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        Feb 9, 2025 @ 7:34am
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        clunchpowerswishlistregionactivity #52784205
        May 18, 2024 @ 2:06pm
        May 18, 2024

        Recent Comments

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        littlemissmuffettrailDixonNOT A BIKE TRAIL. Vehicle wide cross country...
        Jun 7, 2022 @ 3:10pm
        Jun 7, 2022
        littlemissmuffettrailGulp 2NOT A BIKE TRAIL. Vehicle wide cross country...
        Jun 7, 2022 @ 3:10pm
        Jun 7, 2022
        littlemissmuffettrailI'll LoopNOT A BIKE TRAIL. Vehicle wide cross country...
        Jun 7, 2022 @ 3:10pm
        Jun 7, 2022
        WatsonritrailAsp CreekThis trail no longer exists - the northern...
        Oct 25, 2020 @ 2:58pm
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        Activity Type Stats

        activitytypetrailsdistancedescentdescent distancetotal verticalratingglobal rankstate rankphotosreportsroutesridelogs
        Mountain Bike3051 miles11,086 ft29 miles2,274 ft
        #4,625#1994853395
        E-Bike1927 miles4,865 ft15 miles1,099 ft
        #4,395#1703316
        Horse1723 miles4,426 ft13 miles1,010 ft
        #1,361#4321
        Hike3040 miles8,763 ft22 miles2,274 ft
        #5,493#2305318
        Trail Running3040 miles8,763 ft22 miles2,274 ft
        #4,607#154531
        Dirtbike/Moto11 mile203 ft3,438 ft180 ft
        211
        Snowshoe32,310 ft312 ft2,310 ft312 ft
        #2,053#14313
        Backcountry Ski11 mile125 ft2,234 ft253 ft
        21
        Nordic Ski2742 miles7,736 ft25 miles1,716 ft
        #394#2983

        Frequently Asked Questions About China Ridge

        What are the highest rated nordic skiing trails in China Ridge?
        The highest rated nordic skiing trails in China Ridge are: View all nordic skiing trails sorted by rating.
        Where can I park to ski in China Ridge?
        There are 1 parking locations listed in China Ridge. The most popular parking spots are:
        What is the longest trail in China Ridge?
        The longest trail in China Ridge is Ridge at 4.5 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
        How many trails are in China Ridge?
        China Ridge has a total of 36 trails. Of those, 27 are designated for nordic skiing. Browse top nordic skiing trails in China Ridge to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
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