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3,681 ft
Distance
98 ft
Climb
-212 ft
Descent
00:09:45
Avg time
-114 ft
Altitude change
549 ft
Altitude min
709 ft
Altitude max
663 ft
Altitude start
548 ft
Altitude end
-3.1%
Grade
-44.6%
Grade max
20.4%
Grade min
1,562 ft
Distance climb
1,811 ft
Distance down
305 ft
Distance flat
00:09:45
Avg time

Hatchet Boy Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Terrace Mountain
    Terrace, British Columbia
  • Difficulty Rating
    Blue Rate
  • Local Popularity
    90 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 80 in E-Biking
    • 90 in Trail Running
    • 95 in Hiking
  • Global Ranking
    #65001 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #45677 in E-Biking
    • #35978 in Trail Running
    • #26726 in Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    AM
  • Direction
    Both Directions
    Popular In Reverse
  • Climb Difficulty
    Green
  • Physical Rating
    Easy
  • Season
    April to November
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes up to Class 1
  • TTFs on Trail
    Bridge, Jump
  • Year Opened
    2016
  • Land Owner
    Recreation Sites and Trails BC

[L=https://www.trailforks.com/trails/downtube-return/]Hatchet Boy provides a return route from near the end of Down Tube to the Kitselas Road parking area. By using this trail, you can avoid riding on Kitselas Road during the dry, dusty summer months.

Access Info

Trail provides a connection between Downtube and T2.

Trail Supporters
  • Tony Moore
    2015 - 2016
    Builder
  • Jamie Beetle
    2016
    Builder
  • Dave Stewart
    2016
    Builder
Local Trail Association
Traditionally Indigenous Territory

Recent Activity on Trail

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  • 1 rides
  • 3 miles average
6 Months
  • 7 rides
  • 11 miles avg distance
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  • 270 rides
  • Last: Jun 14, 2026
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Apr 20, 2026 @ 1:04pm (America/Vancouver)
Apr 20, 2026
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Apr 12, 2026 @ 9:02am (America/Vancouver)
Apr 12, 2026
 reporter Has not been raked but in good condition. Watch for downed tree at beginning of trail at T2 side. Can walk under it but watch your head if...
Apr 6, 2026 @ 1:27pm (America/Vancouver)
Apr 6, 2026
 reporter Ice and snow
Mar 5, 2026 @ 6:15pm (America/Vancouver)
Mar 5, 2026
 reporter Ice and frost heave. Needs time to thaw out.
Apr 24, 2025 @ 7:27am
Apr 24, 2025
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Ideal
Avg: 3.81 (5 votes)
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        Frequently Asked Questions About Hatchet Boy

        ▼ Where is Hatchet Boy located?
        Hatchet Boy is located in Terrace Mountain, Terrace, British Columbia, Canada. It is part of the Terrace Mountain trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 54.53846, -128.57237.
        ▼ How hard is Hatchet Boy?
        Hatchet Boy is rated as Blue difficulty. The physical rating is Easy. The average grade is 3.1%. The climb difficulty is rated Green.
        ▼ What is the elevation gain for Hatchet Boy?
        Hatchet Boy has 30 m of elevation gain. The trail has 65 m of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 167 m to 216 m.
        ▼ Is Hatchet Boy a point to point trail?
        Hatchet Boy is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is singletrack.

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