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3,438 ft
Distance
37 ft
Climb
-15 ft
Descent
2,080 ft
High Point
22 ft
Altitude change
2,051 ft
Altitude min
2,051 ft
Altitude start
2,073 ft
Altitude end
0.6%
Grade
-2%
Grade max
6%
Grade min
1,739 ft
Distance climb
981 ft
Distance down
719 ft
Distance flat

Switchback Details

  • Activities
    • Nordic Ski
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
    • Gravel Bike
    • Winter Fat Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
    • Snowshoe
  • Riding Area
    Lac La Biche
    , Alberta
  • Difficulty Rating
    Green Rate
  • Local Popularity
    5 in Nordic Skiing [+]
    • 5 in Mountain Biking
    • 5 in E-Biking
    • 5 in Trail Running
    • 5 in Hiking
    • 5 in Snowshoeing
    • 5 in Winter Fat Biking
    • 5 in Gravel Biking
  • Trail Type
    Machine Groomed
  • Snow Grooming
    Classic / Skating
  • Bike Type
    AM, XC, RD, Fat, Adaptive MTB, Gravel
  • Direction
    Both Directions
  • Trail Visibility
    Always easy to follow
  • Family Friendly
    Yes
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes up to Class 1

switchback trail. connector to other trails

Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is Switchback located?
      Switchback is located in Lac La Biche, Alberta, Canada. It is part of the Lac La Biche trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 54.77074, -111.65137.
      ▼ How hard is Switchback?
      Switchback is rated as Green difficulty. The average grade is 0.6%.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for Switchback?
      Switchback has 37 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 15 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 2,051 ft to 2,080 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 machine groomed.
      ▼ How long is Switchback?
      Switchback is 3,438 ft long. The trail type is machine groomed.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Switchback?
      Yes, dogs are allowed on Switchback. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
      ▼ 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 busy is Switchback?
      Switchback is a less popular trail with lighter traffic. View recent activity on this trail.

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