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3.4 miles
Distance
416 ft
Climb
-413 ft
Descent
1,680 ft
High Point
1 ft
Altitude change
1,455 ft
Altitude min
1,620 ft
Altitude start
1,621 ft
Altitude end
-29.6%
Grade max
33.3%
Grade min
2 miles
Distance climb
1 mile
Distance down
2,536 ft
Distance flat
This is the completed phase 1 of a 3 phase project. Fast and flowy with a ride through some old growth Vermont forest.
Detailed Description
Pesky Cairn Loop is a 3 mile moderately popular intermediate route located near Killington Vermont. This mountain bike only route can be used both directions and has a moderate overall physical rating. This route includes 3 trails. This route climbs 416 ft with a max elevation of 1,680 ft then descends -413 ft.
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Stats
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Distance3 miles
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Avg time41 min 38 sec
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Altitude min1,455 ft
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Altitude start1,620 ft
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Altitude end1,621 ft
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Climb416 ft
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Descent-413 ft
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Grade max-29.6%
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Grade min33.3%
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Distance climb2 miles
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Distance down1 mile
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Distance flat2,536 ft
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Bike typeXC
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| status | trail | date | condition | description |
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Jun 17, 2026 @ 5:16pm (America/New_York) 3 days | Trail was in great shape. Only 1 muddy spot. | |||
Jun 17, 2026 @ 5:16pm (America/New_York) 3 days |
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