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1,775 ft
Distance
177 ft
Climb
00:08:36
Avg time
178 ft
Altitude change
1,357 ft
Altitude min
1,535 ft
Altitude max
1,357 ft
Altitude start
1,535 ft
Altitude end
10.1%
Grade
-0.7%
Grade max
20.6%
Grade min
1,473 ft
Distance climb
302 ft
Distance flat
00:08:36
Avg time
Ascension 1 Details
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Riding AreaBig Bam
Fort St. John, British Columbia -
Difficulty Rating
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Local Popularity60 in Mountain Biking
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Global Ranking#108101 in Mountain Biking
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Trail TypeSingletrack
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Bike TypeDH, AM, XC, Fat
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DirectionUphill Only
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Land OwnerBig Bam Ski Hill Non-Profit
A mellow climb trail on compacted grass. Starts in the parking lot near the chalet and follows the western edge of the ski run. Use to access the lower trail zone or link it to Ascension 2 to continue climbing.
Traditionally Indigenous Territory
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- Last: Aug 2, 2025
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(56.129850, -120.730660)
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Frequently Asked Questions About Ascension 1
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Where is Ascension 1 located?
Ascension 1 is located in Big Bam, Fort St. John, British Columbia, Canada. It is part of the Big Bam trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 56.12985, -120.73066.
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How hard is Ascension 1?
Ascension 1 is rated as Green difficulty. The average grade is 10.1%.
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What is the elevation gain for Ascension 1?
Ascension 1 has 177 ft of elevation gain. The elevation ranges from 1,357 ft to 1,535 ft.
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Is Ascension 1 a point to point trail?
Yes, Ascension 1 is a point to point trail. The direction is Uphill Only. The trail type is singletrack.
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