more stats
3,442 ft
Distance
160 ft
Climb
-12 ft
Descent
00:07:04
Avg time
149 ft
Altitude change
249 ft
Altitude min
398 ft
Altitude max
249 ft
Altitude start
397 ft
Altitude end
4.3%
Grade
-6.8%
Grade max
26.5%
Grade min
2,267 ft
Distance climb
502 ft
Distance down
673 ft
Distance flat
00:07:04
Avg time

Switchbacks Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
  • Riding Area
    Kalateenee Mountain Bike Trails
    Kempsey
  • Difficulty Rating
    Blue Rate
  • Local Popularity
    95 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 100 in E-Biking
  • Global Ranking
    #46782 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #5424 in E-Biking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    AM, XC
  • Direction
    Uphill Only[+]
    Popular Direction Shown
    • Uphill Only for E-Biking
  • Climb Difficulty
    Black Diamond
  • Physical Rating
    Hard
  • Trail Visibility
    Always easy to follow
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes up to Class 1

Technical climb that is rocky, steep and can be loose. There are a few tight corners that will test your skills. You need a reasonable level of fitness and skill to make it to the top without stopping. The last section is steep and always loose, keep up your momentum.

Local Trail Association
Traditionally Indigenous Territory

Recent Activity on Trail

Past Week
  • 3 rides
  • 10 miles average
6 Months
  • 50 rides
  • 8 miles avg distance
All
  • 313 rides
  • Last: Sep 24, 2026
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Switchbacks Trail Reports

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Dec 20, 2025 @ 2:39pm (Australia/Sydney)
Dec 19, 2025
Jun 13, 2025 @ 2:47pm
Jun 13, 2025
Jun 3, 2025 @ 3:34pm
Jun 3, 2025
 reporter Forest open again, trails will have some soft muddy patches and some trees may be down. Use with caution.
May 30, 2025 @ 6:53pm
May 30, 2025
 reporter State Forest is closed. All trails closed.
Oct 26, 2024 @ 3:06pm
Oct 26, 2024
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Status:
on Dec 20, 2025
Very Dry
Avg: 3.99 (2 votes)
Your vote: 0

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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is Switchbacks located?
      Switchbacks is located in Kalateenee Mountain Bike Trails, Kempsey, Australia. It is part of the Kalateenee Mountain Bike Trails trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates -31.12184, 152.81361.
      ▼ How hard is Switchbacks?
      Switchbacks is rated as Blue difficulty. The physical rating is Hard. The average grade is 4.3%. The climb difficulty is rated Black Diamond.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for Switchbacks?
      Switchbacks has 160 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 12 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 249 ft to 398 ft.
      ▼ Is Switchbacks a point to point trail?
      Yes, Switchbacks is a point to point trail. The direction is Uphill Only. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ How long is Switchbacks?
      Switchbacks is 3,442 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Switchbacks?
      There is no information about dogs being allowed on Switchbacks. Check with local trail managers or the trail page for the latest access rules.
      ▼ How do I access Switchbacks? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Switchbacks are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to ride Switchbacks?
      Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 4 minutes to ride Switchbacks. The trail is 3,442 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
      ▼ How busy is Switchbacks?
      Switchbacks is a very popular trail. There have been 1,606 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 2,396 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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