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3.3 miles
Distance
283 ft
Climb
-540 ft
Descent
3,023 ft
High Point
-256 ft
Altitude change
2,767 ft
Altitude min
3,023 ft
Altitude start
2,766 ft
Altitude end
-1.5%
Grade
-22.9%
Grade max
21.4%
Grade min
1 mile
Distance climb
2 miles
Distance down
2,172 ft
Distance flat

American Butte Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • Gravel Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Kruger Mountain/Blue Lake/Kilpoola
    Osoyoos, British Columbia
  • Difficulty Rating
  • Local Popularity
    50 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 5 in Trail Running
    • 5 in Hiking
  • Hiking SAC Scale
    T1 Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Dirt/Gravel Road
  • Bike Type
    XC, Gravel
  • Direction
    Both Directions
    Popular In Reverse
  • Physical Rating
    Moderate
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • eBike Allowed

This is the main access road for this western portion of the park and conservatory area. Going in the counterclockwise direction indicated gives you more down than up and is recommended if you are doing a loop with Kruger West. A lot of flora and fauna here depending on the time of your visit. Also outstanding views of the Similkameen Valley, Chapaka Peaks, The Great Snowy Wilderness and even a glimpse of the North Cascades way off in the distance.

Access Info

Take the right fork when traveling along SBSS at the south end of Blue Lake. Nature Conservatory sign for Sage and Sparrow indicates "South Block".

This trail is unsanctioned.

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Jun 27, 2023 @ 8:15am
Jun 27, 2023
We parked at the end of the pavement and rode up to the trail head. No ongoing road maintenance so lots of rough sections. The double track trail...
Jul 12, 2020 @ 3:45pm
Jul 12, 2020
Gravel grind in the sage brush, no traffic on a Sunday afternoon in July.
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        Directions to american-butte trailhead (49.010980, -119.601030)

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        Frequently Asked Questions About American Butte

        Where is American Butte located?
        American Butte is located in Kruger Mountain/Blue Lake/Kilpoola, Osoyoos, British Columbia, Canada. It is part of the Kruger Mountain/Blue Lake/Kilpoola trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 49.01098, -119.60103.
        What is the elevation gain for American Butte?
        American Butte has 86 m of elevation gain. The trail has 165 m of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 843 m to 921 m.
        Is American Butte a point to point trail?
        American Butte is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is dirt/gravel road.
        How long is American Butte?
        American Butte is 5.2 km long. The trail type is dirt/gravel road.

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