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3.1 miles
Distance
333 ft
Climb
-320 ft
Descent
00:36:05
Avg time
13 ft
Altitude change
6,625 ft
Altitude min
6,860 ft
Altitude max
6,686 ft
Altitude start
6,699 ft
Altitude end
0.1%
Grade
-15%
Grade max
14.1%
Grade min
2 miles
Distance climb
2 miles
Distance down
00:36:05
Avg time

Devils Backbone Trail Details

  • Activities
    • Dirtbike/Moto
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
    • Horse
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
    • Observed Trials
  • Riding Area
    Mad River - Entiat
    Plain, Washington
  • Ref Number
    #1448
  • Difficulty Rating
    Blue Rate
  • Local Popularity
    5 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 75 in E-Biking
    • 5 in Trail Running
    • 5 in Hiking
    • 85 in Dirtbiking
    • 5 in Horseback
    • 5 in Observed Trials
  • Global Ranking
    #54370 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #55432 in E-Biking
    • #131847 in Trail Running
    • #125020 in Hiking
    • #1846 in Dirtbiking
    • #1304 in Horseback
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes up to Class 1
  • Land Owner
    USFS

Shuttled to the beginning of the trail. Fast, dry and for the most part the frirst half is totally ridable. Would ride again. The second 1/2 not so much especially the descent and pushing the bike back out of the rock garden to the Pot Peak Trail Connector. about 0.85 mile hill at about 15% average grader per Garmin. Not as much fun.

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Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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Jul 4, 2024 @ 12:22am
Jul 4, 2024
 Never easy, but about as rideable as ever right now!
Aug 25, 2023 @ 10:19pm
Aug 25, 2023
 No mandatory dismounts, but the average rider might benefit from walking some sections.
Jul 22, 2022 @ 1:26pm
Jul 22, 2022
 Trail has been rebuilt and was clear all the way to four mile ridge trail. Trail was loose and dry
Aug 31, 2021 @ 4:38pm
Aug 31, 2021
 The closure below is due to a wildfire.
Aug 20, 2021 @ 9:29pm
Aug 20, 2021
 Except for the short section from Angle Peak Trail to Four Mile Ridge Trail….the rest of the trail is closed.
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        Frequently Asked Questions

        ▼ Where is Devils Backbone Trail located?
        Devils Backbone Trail is located in Mad River - Entiat, Plain, Washington, United States. It is part of the Mad River - Entiat trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 47.97685, -120.41734.
        ▼ How hard is Devils Backbone Trail?
        Devils Backbone Trail is rated as Blue difficulty. The average grade is 0.1%.
        ▼ What is the elevation gain for Devils Backbone Trail?
        Devils Backbone Trail has 333 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 320 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 6,625 ft to 6,860 ft.
        ▼ How long is Devils Backbone Trail?
        Devils Backbone Trail is 3.1 miles long. The trail type is singletrack.
        ▼ Are dogs allowed on Devils Backbone Trail?
        Yes, dogs are allowed on Devils Backbone Trail. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
        ▼ How do I access Devils Backbone Trail? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
        The closest parking and trailhead locations to Devils Backbone Trail are: View all parking locations in the area.
        ▼ How long does it take to ride Devils Backbone Trail?
        Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 33 minutes to ride Devils Backbone Trail. The trail is 3.1 miles long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
        ▼ How busy is Devils Backbone Trail?
        Devils Backbone Trail is a less popular trail with lighter traffic. There have been 99 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 103 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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