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15.8 miles
Distance
419 ft
Climb
-418 ft
Descent
1,053 ft
High Point
1 ft
Altitude change
984 ft
Altitude min
1,024 ft
Altitude start
1,024 ft
Altitude end
-16.5%
Grade max
12.1%
Grade min
4 miles
Distance climb
4 miles
Distance down
8 miles
Distance flat
This route takes the rider through the majority of singletrack in the Timmins and Hersey trail system.
Detailed Description
The Big One is a 16 mile moderately popular intermediate route located near Timmins Ontario. This mountain bike only route can be used one direction and has a moderate overall physical rating. This route includes 92 trails. This route climbs 419 ft with a max elevation of 1,053 ft then descends -418 ft.
Trail Issues on Route
- Closed: 1 trail (newest: Jun 14, 2026)
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Stats
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Distance16 miles
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Avg time2 hr 28 min
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Altitude min984 ft
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Altitude start1,024 ft
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Altitude end1,024 ft
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Climb419 ft
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Descent-418 ft
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Grade max-16.5%
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Grade min12.1%
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Distance climb4 miles
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Distance down4 miles
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Distance flat8 miles
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