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4,396 ft
Distance
-461 ft
Descent
00:10:16
Avg time
-463 ft
Altitude change
4,043 ft
Altitude min
4,506 ft
Altitude max
4,506 ft
Altitude start
4,042 ft
Altitude end
-10.5%
Grade
-30.8%
Grade max
1.4%
Grade min
98 ft
Distance climb
4,209 ft
Distance down
59 ft
Distance flat
00:10:16
Avg time
Paydirt Details
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Activities
- Mountain Bike
- E-Bike
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Riding AreaRed Mountain Resort Bike Park
Rossland, British Columbia -
Difficulty Rating
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Voted DifficultyBlue (1 vote)
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Local Popularity90 in Mountain Biking [+]
- 55 in E-Biking
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Trail TypeMixed
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Bike TypeDH, AM, XC
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DirectionDownhill Only[+]Popular Direction Shown
- Downhill Only for E-Biking
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Physical RatingModerate
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Trail VisibilityAlways easy to follow
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SeasonJune- Sept
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eBike AllowedYes up to Class 1
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TTFs on TrailBerm, Bridge, Jump, Ladder Bridge, Pump Track, Rock Face, Wallride
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Land Owner
Pay Dirt is a classic reborn—a fast, flow-driven descent that blends legacy lines from the early days of the bike park with modern trail design. Originally roughed in nearly two decades ago during the first wave of freeride-era development, Pay Dirt has evolved from a raw, gravity-fed line into a polished and playful singletrack, thanks to thoughtful updates and consistent care.
The Kootenay Columbia Trails Society (KCTS) has played a key role in keeping this trail alive and thriving, maintaining its original character while improving drainage, smoothing transitions, and reinforcing key sections to handle today’s higher trail traffic. Riders will find a mix of old-school roots and rough-in sections alongside machine-shaped berms, rollers, and optional airs that keep things fun and dynamic.
This intermediate-to-advanced trail rewards momentum, flow, and precision. Whether you're reliving the early freeride spirit or discovering it for the first time, Pay Dirt delivers that golden ratio of speed, rhythm, and challenge.
A must-ride for anyone who appreciates trails with deep roots and fresh flow.
Access Info
Grab a bike park pass and head to the top of Silverload Chair. The trail starts just to the north of the chair.
Bike Park
Traditionally Indigenous Territory
Recent Activity on Trail
Past Week
- 16 rides
- 16 miles average
6 Months
- 17 rides
- 16 miles avg distance
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- 557 rides
- Last: Jun 22, 2026
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Directions to paydirt trailhead
(49.107160, -117.834700)
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Where is Paydirt located?
Paydirt is located in Red Mountain Resort Bike Park, Rossland, British Columbia, Canada. It is part of the Red Mountain Resort Bike Park trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 49.10716, -117.8347.
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How hard is Paydirt?
Paydirt is rated as Black Diamond difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The average grade is 10.5%.
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What is the elevation gain for Paydirt?
The trail has 461 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 4,043 ft to 4,506 ft.
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Is Paydirt a point to point trail?
Yes, Paydirt is a point to point trail. The direction is Downhill Only. The trail type is mixed.
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