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1.7 miles
Distance
273 ft
Climb
-157 ft
Descent
00:22:54
Avg time
116 ft
Altitude change
4,758 ft
Altitude min
4,971 ft
Altitude max
4,811 ft
Altitude start
4,928 ft
Altitude end
1.3%
Grade
-46%
Grade max
35.5%
Grade min
1 mile
Distance climb
2,172 ft
Distance down
1,155 ft
Distance flat
00:22:54
Avg time
Larch Ridge Details
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Activities
- Mountain Bike
- E-Bike
- Hike
- Trail Running
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Riding AreaNeptune Creek
Rossland, British Columbia -
Difficulty Rating
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Local Popularity95 in Mountain Biking [+]
- 95 in E-Biking
- 80 in Trail Running
- 80 in Hiking
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Global Ranking
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Hiking SAC ScaleT1 Hiking
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Trail TypeSingletrack
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Bike TypeAM, XC, Fat
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DirectionDownhill Only[+]Popular Direction Shown
- Downhill Only for E-Biking
- Downhill Only for Trail Running
- Downhill Only for Hiking
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Climb DifficultyBlue
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Physical RatingModerate
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Trail VisibilityAlways easy to follow
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SeasonMay - Nov
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Dogs AllowedYes
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eBike AllowedYes up to Class 1
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TTFs on TrailDrop, Rock Face
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Ride in RainYes
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OSM Way
Larch Ridge is a good little cross country trail that provides a variety of different riding including some natural technical features such as rocks and roots (as should be expected in the nature) while still providing a variety of line options to cater to different skill levels. Perhaps best known as the trail that leads to Monticola or BS, however, Larch Ridge stands out on its own with stunning views and well built sustainable single track. Park at the Biathlon Parking area, and utilize the new trail developments to ride a full single-track loop. On the right day you may assume God himself built these trails, but he didn't. Dedicated volunteers and locally funded trail crews did. Please support the wonderful work done by these people by donating to the Kootenay Columbia Trails Society.
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Traditionally Indigenous Territory
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- 9 rides
- 7 miles average
6 Months
- 37 rides
- 9 miles avg distance
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- 576 rides
- Last: Jun 27, 2026
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Directions to larch-ridge trailhead
(49.154720, -117.846260)
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Frequently Asked Questions About Larch Ridge
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Where is Larch Ridge located?
Larch Ridge is located in Neptune Creek, Rossland, British Columbia, Canada. It is part of the Neptune Creek trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 49.15472, -117.84626.
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How hard is Larch Ridge?
Larch Ridge is rated as Blue difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The average grade is 1.3%. The climb difficulty is rated Blue.
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What is the elevation gain for Larch Ridge?
Larch Ridge has 83 m of elevation gain. The trail has 48 m of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 1,450 m to 1,515 m.
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Is Larch Ridge a point to point trail?
Yes, Larch Ridge is a point to point trail. The direction is Downhill Only. The trail type is singletrack.
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