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5,223 ft
Distance
-835 ft
Descent
00:09:23
Avg time
-836 ft
Altitude change
801 ft
Altitude min
1,639 ft
Altitude max
1,637 ft
Altitude start
801 ft
Altitude end
-16%
Grade
-34.9%
Grade max
1.4%
Grade min
26 ft
Distance climb
5,108 ft
Distance down
89 ft
Distance flat
00:09:23
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Rollercoaster Details
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Activities
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- Hike
- Trail Running
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Riding AreaSouth Benson / Wolf Mountain
Nanaimo, British Columbia -
Difficulty Rating
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Local Popularity95 in Mountain Biking [+]
- 40 in Trail Running
- 50 in Hiking
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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 RatingModerate
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Dogs AllowedYes
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TTFs on TrailBerm, Bridge, Drop, Jump
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Ride in RainYes
Fast and flowy, nothing crazy; a few drops, and a couple of jumps at the end. Access it by riding up 142 main, or Branch access Road if you're looking for a challenge.
This trail is unsanctioned.
Traditionally Indigenous Territory
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- 2 rides
- 10 miles average
6 Months
- 155 rides
- 11 miles avg distance
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- 1,370 rides
- Last: Jun 20, 2026
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Directions to rollercoaster-39366 trailhead
(49.132440, -124.020060)
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Frequently Asked Questions About Rollercoaster
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Where is Rollercoaster located?
Rollercoaster is located in South Benson / Wolf Mountain, Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada. It is part of the South Benson / Wolf Mountain trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 49.13244, -124.02006.
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How hard is Rollercoaster?
Rollercoaster is rated as Black Diamond difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The average grade is 16%.
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What is the elevation gain for Rollercoaster?
The trail has 835 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 801 ft to 1,639 ft.
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Is Rollercoaster a point to point trail?
Yes, Rollercoaster is a point to point trail. The direction is Downhill Only. The trail type is singletrack.
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