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2,093 ft
Distance
15 ft
Climb
-315 ft
Descent
00:08:41
Avg time
-299 ft
Altitude change
1,984 ft
Altitude min
2,283 ft
Altitude max
2,283 ft
Altitude start
1,985 ft
Altitude end
-14.3%
Grade
-45.1%
Grade max
15.9%
Grade min
203 ft
Distance climb
1,644 ft
Distance down
243 ft
Distance flat
00:08:41
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Lens Distortion Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Burke Mountain
    Coquitlam, British Columbia
  • Difficulty Rating
  • Voted Difficulty
    Black Diamond (1 vote)
  • Local Popularity
    65 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 5 in Trail Running
    • 5 in Hiking
  • Global Ranking
    #38653 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #128967 in Trail Running
    • #121976 in Hiking
  • Hiking SAC Scale
    T1 Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    AM
  • Physical Rating
    Moderate
  • Trail Visibility
    Always easy to follow
  • TTFs on Trail
    Berm, Bridge, Drop, Jump, Ladder Bridge, Log Ride

Distortion is a flowy trail with several wood features, of which a few are more difficult options. The trail starts just up the road from the viewpoint.

Please allow trail to drain after a rain before riding.

Remember to slow down at the playground.

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This trail is unsanctioned. Ride at your own risk. NO WET RIDES

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  • 19.0 km average
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  • 77 rides
  • 15.1 km avg distance
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  • Last: Jun 16, 2026
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Ideal
Avg: 4.44 (12 votes)
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        Frequently Asked Questions About Lens Distortion

        Where is Lens Distortion located?
        Lens Distortion is located in Burke Mountain, Coquitlam, British Columbia, Canada. It is part of the Burke Mountain trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 49.32427, -122.73513.
        How hard is Lens Distortion?
        Lens Distortion is rated as Black Diamond difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The average grade is 14.3%.
        What is the elevation gain for Lens Distortion?
        Lens Distortion has 15 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 315 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 1,984 ft to 2,283 ft.
        How long is Lens Distortion?
        Lens Distortion is 2,093 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.

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