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3,252 ft
Distance
101 ft
Climb
-357 ft
Descent
00:08:47
Avg time
-256 ft
Altitude change
4,869 ft
Altitude min
5,150 ft
Altitude max
5,125 ft
Altitude start
4,869 ft
Altitude end
-7.87%
Grade
-40.981%
Grade max
40.512%
Grade min
738 ft
Distance climb
2,271 ft
Distance down
242 ft
Distance flat
00:08:47
Avg time
The Knob Details
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Activities
- Mountain Bike
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- Trail Running
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Riding AreaOgden
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AKAOgden canyon overlook
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Difficulty Rating
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Local Popularity80 in Mountain Biking [+]
- 75 in Trail Running
- 75 in Hiking
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Trail TypeSingletrack
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Bike TypeAM, XC
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DirectionBoth Directions
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Climb DifficultyBlue
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Dogs AllowedYes
Some what hidden spur trail that leads to an overlook of either Ogden or Ogden's Canyon. Very steep and loose at first but it gets easier.
Access Info
Climb north from the service road to until above You're almost right above the water towers, it's becoming more visible every week.
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Traditionally Indigenous Territory
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6 Months
- 26 rides
- 9 miles avg distance
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- 159 rides
- Last: Jun 7, 2026
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Directions to the-knob trailhead
(41.239533, -111.923701)
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Routes with this trail
13 miles • 2,677 ft • 9 • Loop •
Out to the knob, down Ogden bike park, then up Indian trail and back on the road
15 miles • 2,811 ft • 9 • Out & Back •
Rainbow north to top of Coldwater Climb
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Nearby Trails
- Canal Road - Bike Park 1,217 ft
- Alternate Knob 1,319 ft
- River Parkway - Ogden Canyon 1,860 ft
- Bst (ogden Canyon North) 2,572 ft
- Bonneville Shoreline Connector 2,631 ft
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Knob
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Where is The Knob located?
The Knob is located in Ogden, Utah, United States. It is part of the Ogden trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 41.23953, -111.9237.
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How hard is The Knob?
The Knob is rated as Blue difficulty. The average grade is 7.87%. The climb difficulty is rated Blue.
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What is the elevation gain for The Knob?
The Knob has 101 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 357 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 4,869 ft to 5,150 ft.
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Is The Knob a point to point trail?
The Knob is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is singletrack.
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