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95 ft
Distance
13 ft
Climb
220 ft
High Point
13 ft
Altitude change
207 ft
Altitude min
207 ft
Altitude start
220 ft
Altitude end
14%
Grade
6.4%
Grade max
19.9%
Grade min
69 ft
Distance climb
23 ft
Distance flat

Trail Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Baakens Valley
    Port Elizabeth
  • Difficulty Rating
    Blue Rate
  • Local Popularity
    35 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 85 in Trail Running
    • 5 in Hiking
  • Hiking SAC Scale
    T1 Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    DH, AM, XC
  • Direction
    Downhill Primary
  • Physical Rating
    Moderate
  • Trail Visibility
    Always easy to follow
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes

NM8 to Switchbacks drop in

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Tight and twisty

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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is NM8 to Switchbacks drop in located?
      NM8 to Switchbacks drop in is located in Baakens Valley, Port Elizabeth, South Africa. It is part of the Baakens Valley trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates -33.97032, 25.57412.
      ▼ How hard is NM8 to Switchbacks drop in?
      NM8 to Switchbacks drop in is rated as Blue difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The average grade is 14%.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for NM8 to Switchbacks drop in?
      NM8 to Switchbacks drop in has 13 ft of elevation gain. The elevation ranges from 207 ft to 220 ft.
      ▼ Is NM8 to Switchbacks drop in a point to point trail?
      NM8 to Switchbacks drop in is not a point to point trail. The direction is Downhill Primary. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ How long is NM8 to Switchbacks drop in?
      NM8 to Switchbacks drop in is 95 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on NM8 to Switchbacks drop in?
      Yes, dogs are allowed on NM8 to Switchbacks drop in. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
      ▼ When is the best time of year to ride NM8 to Switchbacks drop in?
      Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride NM8 to Switchbacks drop in are:
      • January (2 activities)
      • February (1 activities)
      • March (1 activities)
      Check the reports page for current trail conditions.
      ▼ How do I access NM8 to Switchbacks drop in? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to NM8 to Switchbacks drop in are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How busy is NM8 to Switchbacks drop in?
      NM8 to Switchbacks drop in is a less popular trail with lighter traffic. There have been 172 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 216 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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