Key Facts & Details:

• Length:

  3.5 miles

• Difficulty:

  Intermediate

• Elevation Gain:

  Approximately 600 feet

• Trail Type:

  Singletrack

• Location:

  Galbraith Mountain, Bellingham, WA Recommendations:

• Details:

  Start your ride early in the day to avoid crowds.

• Details:

  Consider bringing a map; while the trail is well-marked, it's easy to get turned around in transitions.

• Details:

  Wear protective gear, especially knee and elbow pads for technical sections. Interesting Facts:

• Details:

  The trail got its name due to the economic downturn during its creation, as local riders found solace and purpose in trail building during tough times.

• Details:

  Unemployment Line is part of the larger Galbraith Mountain trail system, which hosts a variety of other biking paths catering to all skill levels. History of the Area: Bellingham has been a hub for mountain biking since the late 1990s, with independent trail builders playing a key role in developing the extensive trail system. The community's commitment to conservation and biking education has made the Unemployment Line trail a symbol of resilience and passion for the sport.