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4,564 ft
Distance
-1,156 ft
Descent
00:15:07
Avg time
-1,156 ft
Altitude change
4,067 ft
Altitude min
5,224 ft
Altitude max
5,224 ft
Altitude start
4,068 ft
Altitude end
-25.3%
Grade
-60.7%
Grade max
15%
Grade min
148 ft
Distance climb
4,163 ft
Distance down
223 ft
Distance flat
00:15:07
Avg time

Skid Marks Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
  • Riding Area
    Mount 7
    Golden, British Columbia
  • Difficulty Rating
    Black Diamond Rate
  • Voted Difficulty
    Double Black Diamond (5 votes)
  • Local Popularity
    65 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 35 in E-Biking
  • Global Ranking
    #96282 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #84446 in E-Biking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    DH, AM
  • Direction
    Downhill Only
    Popular Direction Shown
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes

Skid Marks is a fast and very steep trail that hugs mount 7’s prominent ridge and ties Moonshine to 5K trail.

Features lots of loose and surfy fall line steeps with a few roots and short rocky sections thrown in for good measure.

Though most sections have good run outs, a few of the steeper pitches are worth scoping if your skills are feeling challenged. Also be sure not not to miss the steep, mandatory lefthand switchback wrapped in remnants of old safety netting.

The steeps begin to mellow out a little after passing the exit of Erich’s trail, though technical sections and fast snappy corners keep things interesting.

Skid Marks flows right into the the start of 5K, which links to the 3K trail to continue your ridge line race run all the way to the valley bottom.

Keep in mind that while a true Mt. 7 classic, this is an advanced downhill trail with sustained steeps and no real cheater lines. In addition to the prolonged steeps, silty soils make this a really sporty trail pick in wet conditions.

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Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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  • 14 miles average
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  • 7 miles avg distance
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May 7, 2026 @ 6:59pm (America/Edmonton)
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Mar 30, 2026 @ 8:01pm (America/Edmonton)
Mar 30, 2026
 reporter The trail crew will open trails as they are assessed. Thanks.
Jun 29, 2025 @ 7:25pm
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Mar 12, 2025 @ 12:24pm
Mar 12, 2025
 reporter Even though it feels like the start of the riding season the trails are still not good to go. Even the sunny slopes have sections with snow and...
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        Directions to skid-marks trailhead (51.271920, -116.897870)

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        Frequently Asked Questions About Skid Marks

        ▼ Where is Skid Marks located?
        Skid Marks is located in Mount 7, Golden, British Columbia, Canada. It is part of the Mount 7 trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 51.27192, -116.89787.
        ▼ How hard is Skid Marks?
        Skid Marks is rated as Black Diamond difficulty. The average grade is 25.3%.
        ▼ What is the elevation gain for Skid Marks?
        The trail has 1,156 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 4,067 ft to 5,224 ft.
        ▼ Is Skid Marks a point to point trail?
        Yes, Skid Marks is a point to point trail. The direction is Downhill Only. The trail type is singletrack.

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