Sticks'n'Stones

1.98 km
40m gain
0.50 hours
Level 3.0/5
3.0/5
Difficulty
Moderate
1.98
Distance
kilometres
40
Elevation Gain
metres
0.50
Est. Time
hours

About This Trail

Sticks'n'Stones is a 2 km blue-rated singletrack descent on Mount Harry Davis, above Houston, BC. As the name suggests, this trail keeps things natural — raw singletrack winding through the forest with roots, rocks, and genuine terrain features that reward riders who know how to read the trail. It's one of the older lines on the mountain, opened in 2015, and carries the character of a trail shaped by the land rather than a machine. With a solid 134 m of elevation loss, a max gradient pushing 45%, and a DH-oriented bike recommendation, Sticks'n'Stones offers a noticeably more demanding experience than the groomed trails lower on the mountain — technical enough to keep experienced riders engaged, but still within reach for confident intermediates who are comfortable on natural terrain.

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 Houston, BC, head south on Butler Avenue and turn onto Harry Davis Way toward Mount Harry Davis. Continue up the gravel forest service road past the lower trailhead parking lot. Sticks'n'Stones begins higher on the mountain — access it via the upper climbing routes or by shuttling further up Harry Davis Way. The trail starts near the upper portion of the Mount Harry Davis network at approximately 957 m (3,143 ft) elevation. Watch for trail signage at the network junctions.

Parking

Use the main Mount Harry Davis trailhead parking lot off Harry Davis Way as your base. For a shuttle setup, drop riders at the upper network access point and park a vehicle at the lower lot where Sticks'n'Stones deposits you near the 825 m (2,705 ft) mark. Both lots are unpaved gravel with no current parking fees. Space is limited — arrive early on weekends during peak season.

Safety & Preparation

Natural singletrack — not groomed. Unlike the machine-built trails lower on the mountain, Sticks'n'Stones features raw terrain including exposed roots, loose rock, and steep natural roll-ins. Ride to your ability.

Max grade of 45%. Several sections pitch steeply. Brake control and the ability to weight the rear wheel are essential — a DH or enduro bike is recommended.

No designated direction listed, but the trail descends primary. Be alert to other users — Sticks'n'Stones is also used by hikers and trail runners.

Conditions vary significantly by season. Roots and rocks become extremely slippery when wet. Check the Trailforks reports before riding, especially in spring and after rain.

Wildlife: You are in bear country. Make noise throughout the descent, particularly through dense forest sections where visibility is limited.

Helmets required. Full-face helmet, knee pads, and elbow pads strongly recommended given the steepness and natural trail character.

Cell coverage may be limited on the upper mountain. Ride with a buddy or let someone know your plans.

Indigenous territory: This trail sits on the traditional lands of the Wet'suwet'en Yintikh, Takla, and Dënéndeh peoples. Ride respectfully.

Trail stewardship: Maintained by the Houston Mountain Bike Association. Report hazards or damage via Trailforks.

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