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2,146 ft
Distance
00:03:22
Avg time
756 ft
Altitude min
756 ft
Altitude max
756 ft
Altitude start
755 ft
Altitude end
00:03:22
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Back 40 Details
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Activities
- Mountain Bike
- Winter Fat Bike
- Hike
- Trail Running
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Riding AreaBison Butte Recreational Trails
Winnipeg, Manitoba -
Difficulty Rating
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Local Popularity100 in Mountain Biking [+]
- 75 in Trail Running
- 5 in Hiking
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Trail TypeSingletrack
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Bike TypeAM, XC, Fat
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DirectionOne DirectionPopular Direction Shown
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Physical RatingModerate
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Dogs AllowedYes
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TTFs on TrailBerm, Drop, Rock Garden
Starts with big S turn berms, singletrack to a steep rock roll down, rock garden, then singletrack finish with mild climb. Ride around option for roll down. "Back 40" is also a classic Manitoba MTB race near Morden MB, with the sweetest singletrack. Shout-out to the Back 40
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Helmets mandatory. Riders assume all risks.
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Traditionally Indigenous Territory
Recent Activity on Trail
Past Week
- 5 rides
- 14 miles average
6 Months
- 25 rides
- 13 miles avg distance
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- 478 rides
- Last: Jun 21, 2026
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Directions to back-40-126136 trailhead
(49.833760, -97.217940)
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Routes with this trail
2 miles • 2 ft • 2 • Loop •
Winter Fat Biking loop when conditions are suitable, Machine groomed when required.
1 mile • 2 ft • 12 •
A fairly easy loop that bypasses the steep climbs and technical sections. Mostly single track, double...
★ 4.5 • 3 miles • 5 ft • 12 • Race •
Although the overall rating is intermediate, there are a few significant Black Diamond challenges both...
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Frequently Asked Questions About Back 40
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Where is Back 40 located?
Back 40 is located in Bison Butte Recreational Trails, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. It is part of the Bison Butte Recreational Trails trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 49.83376, -97.21794.
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How hard is Back 40?
Back 40 is rated as Blue difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate.
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Is Back 40 a point to point trail?
Yes, Back 40 is a point to point trail. The direction is One Direction. The trail type is singletrack.
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How long is Back 40?
Back 40 is 2,146 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
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