more stats
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
    #121469 in Mountain Biking
  • State Ranking
    #543 in Mountain Biking · West Virginia
  • 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

Recent Activity on Trail

Past Week
  • 0 rides
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6 Months
  • 10 rides
  • 33 miles avg distance
All
  • 47 rides
  • Last: Oct 10, 2026
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5 Year Back Trail Reports

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Jul 5, 2024 @ 3:22am
Jul 5, 2024
Oct 25, 2023 @ 12:04pm
Oct 25, 2023
Jun 27, 2023 @ 6:46pm
Jun 27, 2023
Oct 25, 2020 @ 1:46pm
Oct 25, 2020
Closed for the season
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Status:
on Jul 5, 2024
Ideal
Avg: 3.98 (1 votes)
Your vote: 0

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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ 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.
      ▼ 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 368 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 399 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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