7.9 miles
Distance
2,062 ft
Climb
-2,027 ft
Descent
2 miles
High Point
36 ft
Altitude change
6,457 ft
Altitude min
6,457 ft
Altitude start
6,493 ft
Altitude end
0.1%
Grade
-98.6%
Grade max
48.8%
Grade min
5 miles
Distance climb
3 miles
Distance down
1,923 ft
Distance flat

A way to do Bear Canyon without shuttling.

Detailed Description
Bear Canyon Loop is a 8 mile popular expert route located near Sundance Utah. This mountain bike only route can be used one direction and has a moderate overall physical rating. This route includes 14 trails. This route climbs 2,062 ft with a max elevation of 8,225 ft then descends -2,027 ft.

Trail Issues on Route

  • Significant Issue / Amber: 1 trail (newest: Apr 22, 2024)
  • Minor Issue / Yellow: 1 trail (newest: May 12, 2026)
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Stats

  • Distance
    8 miles
  • Avg time
    2 hr 27 min
  • Altitude min
    6,457 ft
  • Altitude start
    6,457 ft
  • Altitude end
    6,493 ft
  • Climb
    2,062 ft
  • Descent
    -2,027 ft
  • Grade
    0.1%
  • Grade max
    -98.6%
  • Grade min
    48.8%
  • Distance climb
    5 miles
  • Distance down
    3 miles
  • Distance flat
    1,923 ft

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  • Riding area
    American Fork Canyon
  • Primary Activity
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  • Difficulty rating
    Black Diamond
  • Route Type
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  • Bike type
    AM
  • Direction
    One Direction
  • Physical rating
    Moderate
  • Ridelogs
    1
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