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1.6 miles
Distance
-1,212 ft
Descent
00:18:08
Avg time
-1,212 ft
Altitude change
1,941 ft
Altitude min
3,152 ft
Altitude max
3,152 ft
Altitude start
1,942 ft
Altitude end
-13.9%
Grade
-34.1%
Grade max
-2.3%
Grade min
2 miles
Distance down
00:18:08
Avg time

Galactic Scheisse Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Diamond Head
    Squamish, British Columbia
  • Difficulty Rating
  • Local Popularity
    35 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 40 in E-Biking
    • 80 in Trail Running
    • 5 in Hiking
  • Global Ranking
    #111903 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #82117 in E-Biking
    • #30408 in Trail Running
    • #122618 in Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Mixed
  • Bike Type
    AM
  • Direction
    Downhill Primary
    Popular Direction Shown
  • Climb Difficulty
    Blue
  • Physical Rating
    Moderate
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes up to Class 1
  • TTFs on Trail
    Bridge

Galactic definitely rides like a moto trail. A long, steep climb with some loose sections, and a couple technical climbs as well. What the trail lacks in overall flow, it almost makes up for with some interesting scenery, and a good viewpoint that looks down onto the Alice lake zone. The lower portion of the trail opens up with some fun and fast flow, but watch for obstructions.

Access Info

Pedal up Access 6 at the 3rd switchback of Garibaldi Park Road. Continue pedalling past the entrance to Grin and Holler. You will come to an obvious Y intersection. The signs for Galactic are clearly marked. Stay right at the fork and continue to climb access 6. When the trail begins to descend, you're on Galactic.

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Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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  • 1 rides
  • 26.7 km average
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  • 3 rides
  • 32.0 km avg distance
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  • 50 rides
  • Last: Jun 15, 2026
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Galactic Scheisse Trail Reports

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May 23, 2026 @ 9:31am (America/Vancouver)
May 23, 2026
Cut it all open with Dave and Brad
May 9, 2026 @ 10:25am (America/Vancouver)
May 9, 2026
large tree down past the bridge near the top
May 5, 2026 @ 7:58pm (America/Vancouver)
May 5, 2026
Large tree down across trail, blocking trail in several areas.
Apr 25, 2026 @ 10:31pm (America/Vancouver)
Apr 25, 2026
Downed trees and snow on the access road and the top third of the trail. It probably needs at least two more weeks. (Astroboy & Intergalactic...
Apr 15, 2026 @ 6:14pm (America/Vancouver)
Apr 15, 2026
reporter As the previous reports says. still not ready to be ridden. lots of trees down and new snow covering the upper half
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on May 23, 2026
Avg: 3.11 (31 votes)
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        Directions to galactic-scheisse trailhead (49.769220, -123.063000)

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        Frequently Asked Questions About Galactic Scheisse

        Where is Galactic Scheisse located?
        Galactic Scheisse is located in Diamond Head, Squamish, British Columbia, Canada. It is part of the Diamond Head trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 49.76922, -123.063.
        How hard is Galactic Scheisse?
        Galactic Scheisse is rated as Blue difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The average grade is 13.9%. The climb difficulty is rated Blue.
        What is the elevation gain for Galactic Scheisse?
        The trail has 1,212 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 1,941 ft to 3,152 ft.
        Is Galactic Scheisse a point to point trail?
        Galactic Scheisse is not a point to point trail. The direction is Downhill Primary. The trail type is mixed.

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