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2,221 ft
Distance
82 ft
Climb
-33 ft
Descent
00:08:27
Avg time
49 ft
Altitude change
2,965 ft
Altitude min
3,020 ft
Altitude max
2,972 ft
Altitude start
3,020 ft
Altitude end
2.186%
Grade
-15.274%
Grade max
28.384%
Grade min
792 ft
Distance climb
796 ft
Distance down
633 ft
Distance flat
00:08:27
Avg time

John Swift River Loop Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Kimberley Area Trails
    Kimberley, British Columbia
  • Difficulty Rating
    Blue Rate
  • Local Popularity
    15 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 15 in E-Biking
    • 25 in Trail Running
    • 30 in Hiking
  • Global Ranking
    #261267 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #102364 in E-Biking
    • #124118 in Trail Running
    • #120680 in Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    XC
  • Direction
    Both Directions
  • Physical Rating
    Easy
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes

Connects the campground to the James Ritchie and Force Main trail loop. Some parts may be difficult to ride but are great for trekking near the river.

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        Frequently Asked Questions About John Swift River Loop

        ▼ Where is John Swift River Loop located?
        John Swift River Loop is located in Kimberley Area Trails, Kimberley, British Columbia, Canada. It is part of the Kimberley Area Trails trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 49.62967, -115.9907.
        ▼ How hard is John Swift River Loop?
        John Swift River Loop is rated as Blue difficulty. The physical rating is Easy. The average grade is 2.186%.
        ▼ What is the elevation gain for John Swift River Loop?
        John Swift River Loop has 82 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 33 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 2,965 ft to 3,020 ft.
        ▼ Is John Swift River Loop a point to point trail?
        John Swift River Loop is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is singletrack.
        ▼ How long is John Swift River Loop?
        John Swift River Loop is 2,221 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
        ▼ Are dogs allowed on John Swift River Loop?
        Yes, dogs are allowed on John Swift River Loop. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
        ▼ When is the best time of year to ride John Swift River Loop?
        Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride John Swift River Loop are:
        • August (7 activities)
        • September (2 activities)
        • May (1 activities)
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        ▼ How do I access John Swift River Loop? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
        The closest parking and trailhead locations to John Swift River Loop are: View all parking locations in the area.
        ▼ How long does it take to ride John Swift River Loop?
        Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 6 minutes to ride John Swift River Loop. The trail is 2,221 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
        ▼ How busy is John Swift River Loop?
        John Swift River Loop is a less popular trail with lighter traffic. There have been 71 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 81 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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