Kager Lake, Razorback, NKDF and Swoopy Hollow Loop

16.60 km
606m gain
6.00 hours
Level 4.0/5
4.0/5
Difficulty
Hard
16.60
Distance
kilometres
606
Elevation Gain
metres
6.00
Est. Time
hours

About This Trail

This moderate loop in the Boer Mountain Recreation Site links the Kager Lake Trail with a section of the Razorback climbing trail and two of the network's fun intermediate singletrack descents — NKDF and Swoopy Hollow — before returning to the lake. The route delivers a satisfying mix of lakeside cruising, forest climbing, and flowing descent in a compact package, making it a popular choice for riders wanting a quality loop without committing to the full mountain. Built and maintained by Ride Burns within BC's pioneering crown-land bike park, with trail design influences from Whistler Gravity Logic, Jay Hoots, and IMBA Canada. Suitable for mountain biking, hiking, and trail running. Located on the traditional territory of the Lake Babine Nation and Ts'il Kaz Koh.

Leave No Trace

Please follow Leave No Trace principles: pack out all waste, stay on designated trails, respect wildlife, and be considerate of other visitors.

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Getting There

Directions

From Highway 16 in Burns Lake, take 5th Avenue north to Gowan Road, continue to Boer Mountain Lookout Road, turn left, and follow the road past the Bike Park to the Kager Lake Recreation Site parking lot — approximately 10–15 minutes from town. Begin on the Kager Lake Trail and follow network signage (or a downloaded GPX track) to the Razorback connection and the NKDF and Swoopy Hollow descents.

Parking

Free parking at the large Kager Lake Recreation Site gravel lot. Free camping on site: car-camping sites, walk-in tent sites around the lake, outhouses, fire rings, and a canoe launch. All services available in Burns Lake.

Safety & Preparation

 hikers should stay highly alert for riders and avoid walking up descent trails. Helmet required for riding; gloves and knee pads recommended. Do not ride in wet conditions. Bears and moose are present — carry bear spray. Junctions are numerous — carry a trail map or GPX track on your first visit.

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