more stats
1,368 ft
Distance
1 ft
Climb
-207 ft
Descent
00:01:57
Avg time
-206 ft
Altitude change
7,143 ft
Altitude min
7,350 ft
Altitude max
7,350 ft
Altitude start
7,143 ft
Altitude end
-26.214%
Grade max
1.783%
Grade min
59 ft
Distance climb
1,309 ft
Distance down
00:01:57
Avg time

Switch Backs Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
  • Riding Area
    China Peak Mountain Resort
    Lakeshore, California
  • Difficulty Rating
  • Local Popularity
    5 in Mountain Biking
  • Global Ranking
    #144143 in Mountain Biking
  • State Ranking
    #5,425 in Mountain Biking · California
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    DH, AM, XC
  • Direction
    Downhill Primary
    Popular Direction Shown
  • Season
    June-September
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes

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Switch Backs is a 1,368 ft less popular blue difficulty singletrack trail located near Lakeshore California. This mountain bike only trail can be used downhill primary. On average it takes 1 minutes to complete this trail.

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      Directions to switch-backs trailhead (37.230730, -119.163640)

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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is Switch Backs located?
      Switch Backs is located in China Peak Mountain Resort, Lakeshore, California, United States. It is part of the China Peak Mountain Resort trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 37.23073, -119.16364.
      ▼ How hard is Switch Backs?
      Switch Backs is rated as Blue difficulty.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for Switch Backs?
      Switch Backs has 1 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 207 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 7,143 ft to 7,350 ft.
      ▼ Is Switch Backs a point to point trail?
      Switch Backs is not a point to point trail. The direction is Downhill Primary. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ How long is Switch Backs?
      Switch Backs is 1,368 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Switch Backs?
      Yes, dogs are allowed on Switch Backs. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
      ▼ When is the best time of year to ride Switch Backs?
      Switch Backs is best visited during: June-September.
      ▼ How do I access Switch Backs? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Switch Backs are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to ride Switch Backs?
      Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 2 minutes to ride Switch Backs. The trail is 1,368 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
      ▼ How busy is Switch Backs?
      Switch Backs is a less popular trail with lighter traffic. There have been 510 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 512 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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