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13.0 miles
Distance
3,289 ft
Climb
-3,282 ft
Descent
1,985 ft
High Point
5 ft
Altitude change
675 ft
Altitude min
675 ft
Altitude start
679 ft
Altitude end
-56%
Grade max
66.1%
Grade min
7 miles
Distance climb
5 miles
Distance down
3,540 ft
Distance flat
A great loop that covers some of the best trails of the region. The climbing is taxing but not ferocious, and one is well rewarded by some incredible downhilll trails.
Detailed Description
Diamond Head Loop is a highly rated 13 mile popular intermediate route located near Squamish British Columbia. This mountain bike only route and has a moderate overall physical rating. This route includes 18 trails. This route climbs 3,289 ft with a max elevation of 1,985 ft then descends -3,282 ft.
Trail Issues on Route
- Minor Issue / Yellow: 2 trails (newest: May 31, 2026)
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Stats
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Distance13 miles
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Avg time2 hr 8 min
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Altitude min675 ft
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Altitude start675 ft
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Altitude end679 ft
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Climb3,289 ft
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Descent-3,282 ft
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Grade max-56%
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Grade min66.1%
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Distance climb7 miles
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Distance down5 miles
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Distance flat3,540 ft
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Trails in Route
| 1 mile | |||||
| 1,745 ft | |||||
| 4,055 ft | |||||
| 174 ft | |||||
| 2,257 ft | |||||
| 2 miles | |||||
| 554 ft | |||||
| 3,068 ft | |||||
| 2,959 ft | |||||
| 3 miles | |||||
| 1,549 ft | |||||
| 3,976 ft | |||||
| 115 ft | |||||
| 1 mile | |||||
| 3,071 ft | |||||
| 564 ft | |||||
| 210 ft | |||||
| 1,686 ft |
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Physical ratingModerate
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HALF NELSON x LOWER ANGRY M | Diamond Head - Squamish
trail: Half Nelson
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May 19, 2026
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