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        The Cranholes border south of Fish Creek Provincial Park along the north side of the river to the eastern city limits.
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        Region Details
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        • 18
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        Region Status
        Open as of 3 days

        Stats

        Avg Trail Rating
        Trails (view details)
        27
        Trails Mountain Bike
        28
        Trails E-Bike
        9
        Trails Hike
        27
        Trails Trail Running
        27
        Total Distance
        2,054 ft
        Total Descent Distance
        692 ft
        Total Descent
        18 ft
        Total Vertical
        36 ft
        Highest Trailhead
        3,311 ft
        Reports
        92
        Photos
        18
        Ridden Counter
        1,528

        Popular Cranholes Mountain Biking Trails

        75 4.5 4,117 ft 153 ft 47
        Popular green difficulty family friendly singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions and has a easy overall physical rating with a 153 ft green climb. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 6 minutes to complete this trail.
        80 0.0 1,870 ft 23 ft 41
        A flowy scenic loop around Chaparral Valley storm-water ponds, spinkled with few rock garden ditches. Connects to other trails.
        70 0.0 837 ft 23 ft 32
        Crushed cinder path from road crossing Regional Path to bench overlooking river & back. No elevation change, wide open view, pedestrian path.
        70 0.0 2,618 ft 25 ft 29
        Easy trail along ridge to pole or 'A Very Stoney Trail' head.
        45 5.0 955 ft 0 ft 28
        From their 4th album "iron flag", produced by the rza, verses by ghost, rae and gza, singing by madame d.
        75 4.0 886 ft 0 ft 27
        Popular trail descent of flowy bends into Sikome. Begs to be run fast, addictive to lap. Trail pairs well with Escalator.
        60 5.0 459 ft 15 ft 27
        A bit lower navigating the gully.
        50 4.0 3,392 ft 36 ft 26
        Crushed cinder path.

        Recent Ride Log Activity in Region

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        • 1 rides
        Yesterday
        • 0 rides
        Past Week
        • 14 rides

        Cranholes Mountain Bike Routes

        24 miles 355 ft 5
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        Photos of Cranholes Mountain Bike

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        Mar 17, 2024

        Recent Trail Reports

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        kinglisaddreportactivity #97174183 and 1 more
        Jun 17, 2026 @ 4:44am
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        kinglisaddreportactivity #97116819 and 1 more
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        May 18, 2026 @ 9:16am
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        Recent Comments

        usernametypetitlecommentdate
        NigelKSruLOtrailCybernetic DoomA really fun dynamic trail right next to the...
        Jun 17, 2025 @ 10:12pm
        Jun 17, 2025
        adambev95reportCybernetic Doom Atmospheric DescentI’d like to upload the picture but cropped...
        Jun 17, 2024 @ 8:54pm
        Jun 17, 2024
        adambev95trailLittle CindersAn easy and fun gravel path. Watch for people...
        Jun 17, 2024 @ 4:27pm
        Jun 17, 2024
        adambev95trailCybernetic Doom Atmospheric DescentI didn’t realize how steep this truly was...
        Jun 17, 2024 @ 4:18pm
        Jun 17, 2024

        Nearby Areas

        namedistance
        Fish Creek Provincial Park 56 66 125.6 km
        SE Calgary River Trails and East FCP 14 11 16.8 km
        Glenmore Park & Weaselhead Flats 11 19.6 km
        Cigarette Slopes 2 310 km
        Elbow Park 9 8 110.6 km

        Activity Type Stats

        activitytypetrailsdistancedescentdescent distancetotal verticalratingglobal rankstate rankphotosreportsroutesridelogs
        Mountain Bike282,054 ft20 ft692 ft36 ft
        #6,629#8516651705
        E-Bike9
        #10,079#1176467
        Hike272,054 ft20 ft692 ft36 ft
        #11,427#11116537
        Trail Running272,054 ft20 ft692 ft36 ft
        #13,479#139654162

        Frequently Asked Questions About Cranholes

        What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Cranholes?
        The highest rated mountain biking trails in Cranholes are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by rating.
        Where can I park to ride in Cranholes?
        Check the Cranholes trail map for trailhead and parking information. Community members regularly update access and parking details for trails in the area.
        What is the longest trail in Cranholes?
        The longest trail in Cranholes is Cybernetic Doom at 3.5 km. View all trails sorted by distance.
        What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Cranholes?
        • By ryancartiersTF Pro & contributors
        • Admins: CMBA, DonYx, ryancartiers
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