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1.3 miles
Distance
-1,494 ft
Descent
00:22:42
Avg time
-1,496 ft
Altitude change
789 ft
Altitude min
2,285 ft
Altitude max
2,285 ft
Altitude start
791 ft
Altitude end
-22.5%
Grade
-71.1%
Grade max
-2.4%
Grade min
1 mile
Distance down
00:22:42
Avg time
Memphis Details
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Riding AreaMount Prevost
Duncan, British Columbia -
Difficulty Rating
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Voted DifficultyBlack Diamond (1 vote)
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Local Popularity75 in Mountain Biking [+]
- 50 in E-Biking
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Trail TypeSingletrack
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Bike TypeDH, AM
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DirectionDownhill OnlyPopular Direction Shown
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Physical RatingHard
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Trail VisibilitySometimes hard to follow
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Dogs AllowedYes
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eBike AllowedYes up to Class 1
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TTFs on TrailBerm, Bridge, Drop, Jump, Gap Jump, Skinny
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Land Owner
Memphis is a top to bottom high-speed single track trail that acts as an entry point for the majority of trails. The lowest section of Memphis is a machine built jump trail, offering a great warm up for Adrenaline Riders can expect steep sections leading into meandering singletrack.
Another outstanding Prevost trail that likely played a big role in grooming Steve Smith towards the UCI World Cup DH championship as well as locals elite racers like Mark Wallace.
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Traditionally Indigenous Territory
Recent Activity on Trail
Past Week
- 3 rides
- 5 miles average
6 Months
- 35 rides
- 10 miles avg distance
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- 163 rides
- Last: Jun 20, 2026
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Directions to memphis trailhead
(48.835660, -123.764030)
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Articles
Video: Revitalizing a Vancouver Island Classic Through Shimano Trail Born
May 27, 2026 from pinkbike.com
Shimano's Trail Born Fund pairs up with the Cowichan Trail Stewardship Society to breathe high-speed, jump-heavy life into Vancouver Island's...
Video: Reece Wallace Rips Fast DH Laps on Vancouver Island
Apr 23, 2026 from pinkbike.com
Rupert Walker teams up with Reece for a pinned lap down Prevost's iconic 'Memphis' DH track.
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This is the race course for the Mt. Prevost Enduro May 29, 2016, put on by Cowichan Cycles and Coal City...
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Frequently Asked Questions About Memphis
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Where is Memphis located?
Memphis is located in Mount Prevost, Duncan, British Columbia, Canada. It is part of the Mount Prevost trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 48.83566, -123.76403.
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How hard is Memphis?
Memphis is rated as Black Diamond difficulty. The physical rating is Hard. The average grade is 22.5%.
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What is the elevation gain for Memphis?
The trail has 1,494 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 789 ft to 2,285 ft.
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Is Memphis a point to point trail?
Yes, Memphis is a point to point trail. The direction is Downhill Only. The trail type is singletrack.
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