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1,391 ft
Distance
-212 ft
Descent
00:02:11
Avg time
-212 ft
Altitude change
4,067 ft
Altitude min
4,279 ft
Altitude max
4,279 ft
Altitude start
4,068 ft
Altitude end
-15.2%
Grade
-34.5%
Grade max
-4.3%
Grade min
1,391 ft
Distance down
00:02:11
Avg time

5 Year Back Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
  • Riding Area
    Snowshoe Bike Park
    Snowshoe Village, West Virginia
  • Difficulty Rating
    Black Diamond Rate
  • Local Popularity
    30 in Mountain Biking
  • Global Ranking
    #129674 in Mountain Biking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    DH, AM
  • Direction
    Downhill Only
    Popular Direction Shown
  • TTFs on Trail
    Berm, Bridge, Drop, Jump, Rock Garden
  • Land Owner
    Snowshoe Mountain Resort

This is a moderately advanced trail that gets its black diamond rating from its rock gardens and tight turns. It is mellow grade, making it easy to experiment with different lines and have a fun ride down. It's a friendly step up for someone looking to progress from intermediate to more advanced riding. Similar to M and O.

Access Info

This trail starts at the OG/Upper Pro DH merge. It exits with the options to either ride Pro DH or Lower Hairball.

Bike Park

Local Trail Association
Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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  • 9 rides
  • 33 miles avg distance
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  • 47 rides
  • Last: Sep 6, 2026
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Jul 5, 2024 @ 3:22am
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Jun 27, 2023 @ 6:46pm
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Oct 25, 2020 @ 1:46pm
Oct 25, 2020
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        Frequently Asked Questions About 5 Year Back

        ▼ Where is 5 Year Back located?
        5 Year Back is located in Snowshoe Bike Park, Snowshoe Village, West Virginia, United States. It is part of the Snowshoe Bike Park trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 38.41643, -80.00267.
        ▼ How hard is 5 Year Back?
        5 Year Back is rated as Black Diamond difficulty. The average grade is 15.2%.
        ▼ What is the elevation gain for 5 Year Back?
        The trail has 212 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 4,067 ft to 4,279 ft.
        ▼ Is 5 Year Back a point to point trail?
        Yes, 5 Year Back is a point to point trail. The direction is Downhill Only. The trail type is singletrack.
        ▼ How long is 5 Year Back?
        5 Year Back is 1,391 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
        ▼ Are dogs allowed on 5 Year Back?
        There is no information about dogs being allowed on 5 Year Back. Check with local trail managers or the trail page for the latest access rules.
        ▼ When is the best time of year to ride 5 Year Back?
        Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride 5 Year Back are:
        • August (13 activities)
        • September (5 activities)
        • July (5 activities)
        Check the reports page for current trail conditions.
        ▼ How do I access 5 Year Back? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
        The closest parking and trailhead locations to 5 Year Back are: View all parking locations in the area.
        ▼ How long does it take to ride 5 Year Back?
        Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 2 minutes to ride 5 Year Back. The trail is 1,391 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
        ▼ How busy is 5 Year Back?
        5 Year Back is a less popular trail with lighter traffic. There have been 356 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 385 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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