Squamish Traverse route

Name: Squamish Traverse
Address: Squamish, BC

near Squamish, bc

63.0 miles

Distance

13,694 ft

Climb

-13,698 ft

Descent

1 mile

High Point

-2 ft

Altitude change

33 ft

Altitude min

47 ft

Altitude start

46 ft

Altitude end

-87.3%

Grade max

106.8%

Grade min

30 miles

Distance climb

30 miles

Distance down

3 miles

Distance flat

Course is subject to change at any time at the sole discretion of the event organizer
Pre ride at your own risk - route is not marked and includes secluded sections without cell phone coverage. Do not attempt to ride route unprepared.

The Squamish Traverse is an out-and-back race taking place on August 17th, 2024. Part XC marathon, part gravel grinder, the Squamish Traverse has it all. Race through stunning alpine meadows, navigate creek crossings, and explore the world-class terrain of Squamish. 100 kilometers, 4000 meters of elevation gain, 90% off-road.Racers will contend with three major climbs, and 90 kilometers of world-renowned off-road terrain. Climbing as high as 1700 meters above the town of Squamish, racers will navigate scenic alpine meadows enjoying stunning views in every direction. In total, The Squamish Traverse includes almost 4000 meters of elevation change, making for a magnificent challenge. It's up to you to conquer.

Detailed Description

Squamish Traverse is a 63 mile intermediate race route located near Squamish British Columbia. This mountain bike primary route can be used both directions and has a extreme overall physical rating. This route includes 24 trails. This route climbs 13,694 ft with a max elevation of 5,737 ft then descends -13,698 ft.

Trail Issues on Route

Significant Issue / Amber: 2 trails (newest: May 19, 2026)
Minor Issue / Yellow: 3 trails (newest: May 17, 2026)

Stats

Distance

63 miles
Altitude min

33 ft
Altitude start

47 ft
Altitude end

46 ft
Climb

3 miles
Descent

-13,698 ft
Grade max

-87.3%
Grade min

106.8%
Distance climb

30 miles
Distance down

30 miles
Distance flat

3 miles

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Trails in Route

	Northridge Connector				2,352 ft
	Hiking Trail				574 ft
	Plateau Connector				203 ft
	Ring Creek Rip				2 miles
	Access6				1 mile
	Plastic Scheisse				4,649 ft
	Cheshire Cat Access				495 ft
	Access Road				617 ft
	Cheekeye FSR				5 miles
	Brohm Ridge				2 miles
	Winter Route				1,480 ft
	Cheekeye FSR				5 miles
	Access Road				463 ft
	Cheshire Cat Access				850 ft
	Cheshire Cat				1 mile
	Alice Lake Access				2 miles
	Plastic Scheisse				4,564 ft
	Access6				1 mile
	Ring Creek Rip				2 miles
	Check Your Head				459 ft
	Plateau Connector				276 ft
	Northridge Connector				2,562 ft
	Hiking Climber Access				203 ft
	Loggers Creek Trail 2				1,273 ft

Route POI

Cat Lake Aid Station

Aid Station

Details

Race Course
Race Date

Saturday August 17, 2024
Riding area

Brohm Ridge
Primary Activity

Mountain Bike
Other Activities
- Gravel Bike
AKA

Peak Route
Difficulty rating

Blue
Route Type

Out & Back
Bike type

XC, Gravel
Direction

Both Directions
Physical rating

Extreme

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Winter Trails

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trail	date	description
Access6	May 19, 2026 @ 11:06pm (America/Vancouver) May 19, 2026	In addition to washout mentioned, there is a dozen or so trees down before reaching Intergalactic.
Ring Creek Rip	May 17, 2026 @ 7:04pm (America/Vancouver) May 17, 2026	This trail is all blown up. Do not make the journey expecting a green trail. This is not a beginner friendly trail. Shame to see this whole area in such disrepair. reporter
Plastic Scheisse	Apr 15, 2026 @ 3:59pm (America/Vancouver) Apr 15, 2026	Clear with small debris reporter
Check Your Head	Apr 11, 2026 @ 6:26pm (America/Vancouver) Apr 11, 2026	reporter
Alice Lake Access	Feb 5, 2026 @ 11:46am (America/Vancouver) Feb 5, 2026