more stats
3,438 ft
Distance
85 ft
Climb
-23 ft
Descent
00:10:39
Avg time
62 ft
Altitude change
812 ft
Altitude min
877 ft
Altitude max
812 ft
Altitude start
873 ft
Altitude end
1.8%
Grade
-5.5%
Grade max
15.3%
Grade min
1,824 ft
Distance climb
971 ft
Distance down
597 ft
Distance flat
00:10:39
Avg time

Switchback Details

  • Activities
    • Dirtbike/Moto
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
    • Snowshoe
  • Riding Area
    Lady Slipper
    Corner Brook, Newfoundland
  • Difficulty Rating
    Black Diamond Rate
  • Local Popularity
    5 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 5 in E-Biking
    • 5 in Dirtbiking
    • 5 in Snowshoeing
  • Global Ranking
    #415167 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #223507 in E-Biking
    • #1437 in Dirtbiking
    • #25302 in Snowshoeing
  • Provincial Ranking
    #526 in Mountain Biking · Newfoundland and Labrador [+]
    • #101 in E-Biking
    • #8 in Dirtbiking
    • #158 in Snowshoeing
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Direction
    Both Directions
    Popular In Reverse
  • Climb Difficulty
    Black Diamond
  • Physical Rating
    Hard
  • Trail Visibility
    Always easy to follow
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes up to Class 3

Switchback can be ridden with either direction, entering from Lady Slipper Access Road or White Lakes. It features many elevation changes, steep climbs, steep descents, switchbacks, as well as exposed roots and rocks.

Tags
Rooty

Local Trail Association

Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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  • Last: Sep 20, 2025
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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is Switchback located?
      Switchback is located in Lady Slipper, Corner Brook, Newfoundland, Canada. It is part of the Lady Slipper trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 48.90274, -57.89259.
      ▼ How hard is Switchback?
      Switchback is rated as Black Diamond difficulty. The physical rating is Hard. The average grade is 1.8%. The climb difficulty is rated Black Diamond.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for Switchback?
      Switchback has 85 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 23 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 812 ft to 877 ft.
      ▼ Is Switchback a point to point trail?
      Switchback is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ How long is Switchback?
      Switchback is 3,438 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Switchback?
      There is no information about dogs being allowed on Switchback. Check with local trail managers or the trail page for the latest access rules.
      ▼ How do I access Switchback? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Switchback are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to ride Switchback?
      The estimated time to ride Switchback is approximately 11 minutes. The trail is 3,438 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace.
      ▼ How busy is Switchback?
      Switchback is a less popular trail with lighter traffic. There have been 71 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 73 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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