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1.9 miles
Distance
24 ft
Climb
-437 ft
Descent
1 mile
High Point
-414 ft
Altitude change
5,172 ft
Altitude min
5,586 ft
Altitude start
5,171 ft
Altitude end
-4.1%
Grade
-26.9%
Grade max
11.8%
Grade min
843 ft
Distance climb
1 mile
Distance down
1,617 ft
Distance flat

Alternating Current Details

  • Activities
    • Nordic Ski
  • Riding Area
    Edison Sno-Park
    Bend, Oregon
  • Difficulty Rating
    Blue Rate
  • Local Popularity
    30 in Nordic Skiing heatmap
  • Global Ranking
    #9228 in Nordic Skiing
  • State Ranking
    #142 in Nordic Skiing · Oregon
  • Winter only trail
  • Trail Type
    Ski Run (Off-Piste)
  • Direction
    Both Directions
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • eBike Allowed
    No

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Alternating Current is a 2 mile blue difficulty ski run (off-piste) trail located near Bend Oregon. This nordic ski only trail can be used both directions.

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Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is Alternating Current located?
      Alternating Current is located in Edison Sno-Park, Bend, Oregon, United States. It is part of the Edison Sno-Park trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 43.95157, -121.6261.
      ▼ How hard is Alternating Current?
      Alternating Current is rated as Blue difficulty. The average grade is 4.1%.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for Alternating Current?
      Alternating Current has 24 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 437 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 5,172 ft to 5,592 ft.
      ▼ Is Alternating Current a point to point trail?
      Alternating Current is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is ski run (off-piste).
      ▼ How long is Alternating Current?
      Alternating Current is 1.9 miles long. The trail type is ski run (off-piste).
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Alternating Current?
      Yes, dogs are allowed on Alternating Current. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
      ▼ How do I access Alternating Current? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Alternating Current are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to ski Alternating Current?
      Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 1 hour 2 minutes to ski Alternating Current. The trail is 1.9 miles long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
      ▼ How busy is Alternating Current?
      Alternating Current is a less popular trail with lighter traffic. There have been 25 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 25 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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