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1,070 ft
Distance
-233 ft
Descent
00:02:15
Avg time
-233 ft
Altitude change
592 ft
Altitude min
824 ft
Altitude max
824 ft
Altitude start
591 ft
Altitude end
-21.8%
Grade
-58.1%
Grade max
-8.1%
Grade min
1,070 ft
Distance down
00:02:15
Avg time

Biscuit Barrel Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
  • Riding Area
    Drumtochty
    Laurencekirk
  • Difficulty Rating
  • Local Popularity
    80 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 75 in E-Biking
  • Global Ranking
    #79173 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #56965 in E-Biking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    AM, XC
  • Direction
    Downhill Only
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  • Trail Visibility
    Always easy to follow
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes up to Class 1
  • TTFs on Trail
    Drop, Roller Coaster

Fast natural single track with several peaty shoots, and drops.

Access Info

Straight across from Cunning Plan.

This trail is unsanctioned.

Disclaimer

Slippy when wet.

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  • 12 miles avg distance
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  • Last: Jun 7, 2026
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Dec 13, 2025 @ 5:18pm (Europe/London)
Dec 13, 2025
May 11, 2025 @ 8:00am
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Jan 26, 2025 @ 10:28am
Jan 26, 2025
No storm damage
Oct 4, 2024 @ 6:47am
Oct 4, 2024
No issues today
Jun 3, 2024 @ 3:30am
Jun 3, 2024
alot of logging at trailhead...however only a minor obstruction at top, likely in place by FC. Can be cleared to keep open. clear all way down after.
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on Dec 13, 2025
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        Frequently Asked Questions About Biscuit Barrel

        Where is Biscuit Barrel located?
        Biscuit Barrel is located in Drumtochty, Laurencekirk, United Kingdom. It is part of the Drumtochty trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 56.90493, -2.50728.
        How hard is Biscuit Barrel?
        Biscuit Barrel is rated as Black difficulty. The average grade is 21.8%.
        What is the elevation gain for Biscuit Barrel?
        The trail has 233 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 592 ft to 824 ft.
        Is Biscuit Barrel a point to point trail?
        Yes, Biscuit Barrel is a point to point trail. The direction is Downhill Only. The trail type is singletrack.

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