20.1 miles
Distance
3,454 ft
Climb
-3,450 ft
Descent
2 miles
High Point
4 ft
Altitude change
6,159 ft
Altitude min
6,159 ft
Altitude start
6,161 ft
Altitude end
-68.9%
Grade max
55.3%
Grade min
12 miles
Distance climb
7 miles
Distance down
1 mile
Distance flat

don't ride this unless you're Nasty

MasterNate MasterPlan
this route will break you and make you cry

Detailed Description
Nasty Nate is a 20 mile popular intermediate route located near Colorado Springs Colorado. This mountain bike only route can be used both directions and has a moderate overall physical rating. This route includes 30 trails. This route climbs 3,454 ft with a max elevation of 8,240 ft then descends -3,450 ft.

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  • Minor Issue / Yellow: 1 trail (newest: Mar 16, 2025)
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Stats

  • Distance
    20 miles
  • Altitude min
    6,159 ft
  • Altitude start
    6,159 ft
  • Altitude end
    6,161 ft
  • Climb
    3,454 ft
  • Descent
    -3,450 ft
  • Grade max
    -68.9%
  • Grade min
    55.3%
  • Distance climb
    12 miles
  • Distance down
    7 miles
  • Distance flat
    1 mile

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  • Route Type
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  • Bike type
    AM
  • Direction
    Both Directions
  • Physical rating
    Moderate
  • Ridelogs
    1
Avg: 3.5 (4 votes)
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