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1,926 ft
Distance
205 ft
Climb
00:06:41
Avg time
205 ft
Altitude change
1,990 ft
Altitude min
2,196 ft
Altitude max
1,990 ft
Altitude start
2,195 ft
Altitude end
10.7%
Grade
35%
Grade min
1,834 ft
Distance climb
95 ft
Distance flat
00:06:41
Avg time
Middle Switchbacks Details
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Riding AreaMarshall Canyon
La Verne, California -
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Local Popularity60 in Mountain Biking [+]
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- 60 in Hiking
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Trail TypeSingletrack
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Bike TypeXC
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DirectionBoth Directions
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Climb DifficultyGreen
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Physical RatingModerate
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Dogs AllowedYes
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eBike Allowed
Short set of switchbacks that can be climbed from the Marshall Canyon rest area, or descended from the Miller Lateral fire road.
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- 3 rides
- 11 miles average
6 Months
- 36 rides
- 13 miles avg distance
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- 231 rides
- Last: Jun 26, 2026
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Directions to middle-switchbacks trailhead
(34.156720, -117.733430)
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Where is Middle Switchbacks located?
Middle Switchbacks is located in Marshall Canyon, La Verne, California, United States. It is part of the Marshall Canyon trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 34.15672, -117.73343.
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How hard is Middle Switchbacks?
Middle Switchbacks is rated as Blue difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The average grade is 10.7%. The climb difficulty is rated Green.
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What is the elevation gain for Middle Switchbacks?
Middle Switchbacks has 205 ft of elevation gain. The elevation ranges from 1,990 ft to 2,196 ft.
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Is Middle Switchbacks a point to point trail?
Middle Switchbacks is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is singletrack.
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