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1,519 ft
Distance
-246 ft
Descent
00:03:44
Avg time
-246 ft
Altitude change
3,786 ft
Altitude min
4,032 ft
Altitude max
4,032 ft
Altitude start
3,786 ft
Altitude end
-16.2%
Grade
-60.2%
Grade max
-0.2%
Grade min
1,240 ft
Distance down
279 ft
Distance flat
00:03:44
Avg time
KC Ridge Details
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Activities
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- Trail Running
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Riding AreaMonte Christo - KC
Rossland, British Columbia -
Difficulty Rating
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Local Popularity55 in Mountain Biking [+]
- 60 in E-Biking
- 90 in Trail Running
- 95 in Hiking
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Trail TypeSingletrack
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Bike TypeDH, AM, XC
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DirectionDownhill OnlyPopular Direction Shown
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Physical RatingEasy
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Trail VisibilityAlways easy to follow
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SeasonApril - Nov
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eBike Allowed
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TTFs on TrailJump
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Ride in RainYes
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OSM Way
Drops off the summit of KC: short, steep, rocky, tight, and technical.
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Traditionally Indigenous Territory
Recent Activity on Trail
Past Week
- 2 rides
- 7 miles average
6 Months
- 9 rides
- 9 miles avg distance
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- 129 rides
- Last: Jun 19, 2026
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Directions to kc-ridge trailhead
(49.087440, -117.785180)
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Routes with this trail
★ 4.0 • 6 miles • 1,421 ft • 11 • Loop •
Park at the head; ride up KC; down and Milky Way; up Green Door to Roger's; down/up Roger's; down ; and up...
5 miles • 827 ft • 15 • Point to Point •
A very fun ride! Lots of drops and rockslabs on this fun, challenging and long route.
8 miles • 1,622 ft • 12 • Loop •
This route from town showcases the best trails in the KC area. Riding is all intermediate, except for ,...
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Frequently Asked Questions About KC Ridge
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Where is KC Ridge located?
KC Ridge is located in Monte Christo - KC, Rossland, British Columbia, Canada. It is part of the Monte Christo - KC trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 49.08744, -117.78518.
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How hard is KC Ridge?
KC Ridge is rated as Black Diamond difficulty. The physical rating is Easy. The average grade is 16.2%.
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What is the elevation gain for KC Ridge?
The trail has 246 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 3,786 ft to 4,032 ft.
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Is KC Ridge a point to point trail?
Yes, KC Ridge is a point to point trail. The direction is Downhill Only. The trail type is singletrack.
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