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3,255 ft
Distance
181 ft
Climb
-84 ft
Descent
00:08:02
Avg time
94 ft
Altitude change
373 ft
Altitude min
551 ft
Altitude max
373 ft
Altitude start
466 ft
Altitude end
2.9%
Grade
-21%
Grade max
24.9%
Grade min
1,896 ft
Distance climb
1,040 ft
Distance down
315 ft
Distance flat
00:08:02
Avg time
Story Trail Details
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Activities
- Mountain Bike
- E-Bike
- Hike
- Trail Running
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Riding AreaMaple Mountain
Duncan, British Columbia -
Difficulty Rating
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Voted DifficultyGreen (2 votes)
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Local Popularity100 in Mountain Biking [+]
- 100 in E-Biking
- 100 in Trail Running
- 95 in Hiking
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Trail TypeSingletrack
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Bike TypeAM, XC
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DirectionBoth DirectionsPopular Direction Shown
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Climb DifficultyBlue
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Physical RatingModerate
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Dogs AllowedYes
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eBike Allowed
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TTFs on TrailBerm
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Land OwnerMunicipality of North Cowichan
Another classic addition to the Maple climbing trail system. This bit has mixed ups and downs but mostly up. Well sculptured trail that is a nice start to climbing to the summit. Thanks to all those with a hand in this gorgeous build.
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Traditionally Indigenous Territory
Recent Activity on Trail
Past Week
- 4 rides
- 11 miles average
6 Months
- 337 rides
- 17 miles avg distance
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- 2,100 rides
- Last: Jul 19, 2026
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Directions to story-trail trailhead
(48.846970, -123.644360)
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Frequently Asked Questions About Story Trail
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Where is Story Trail located?
Story Trail is located in Maple Mountain, Duncan, British Columbia, Canada. It is part of the Maple Mountain trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 48.84697, -123.64436.
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How hard is Story Trail?
Story Trail is rated as Blue difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The average grade is 2.9%. The climb difficulty is rated Blue.
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What is the elevation gain for Story Trail?
Story Trail has 181 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 84 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 373 ft to 551 ft.
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Is Story Trail a point to point trail?
Story Trail is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is singletrack.
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