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1.7 miles
Distance
163 ft
Climb
-163 ft
Descent
00:08:38
Avg time
-1 ft
Altitude change
6,812 ft
Altitude min
6,866 ft
Altitude max
6,851 ft
Altitude start
6,851 ft
Altitude end
-0.007%
Grade
-11.424%
Grade max
15.97%
Grade min
3,859 ft
Distance climb
3,376 ft
Distance down
1,868 ft
Distance flat
00:08:38
Avg time
Switcher Loop Details
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Activities
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- Trail Running
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Riding AreaThree Springs
Durango, Colorado -
Difficulty Rating
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Voted DifficultyGreen (1 vote)
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Local Popularity85 in Mountain Biking [+]
- 100 in Trail Running
- 95 in Hiking
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Trail TypeSingletrack
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Bike TypeXC
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DirectionBoth Directions
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Climb DifficultyGreen
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Physical RatingEasy
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SeasonNot after snow
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Family FriendlyYes
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Dogs AllowedYes
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eBike Allowed
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TTFs on TrailBerm, Jump
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Ride in RainYes
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Year Opened2017
This 1.8 mile loop is the best kid friendly and flowiest option at Three Springs. These trails are a hoot Super fun turns, predictable flowy single track that is sure to put a smile on your face.
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Traditionally Indigenous Territory
Recent Activity on Trail
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6 Months
- 41 rides
- 8 miles avg distance
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- 570 rides
- Last: Nov 12, 2025
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(37.244500, -107.818040)
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Frequently Asked Questions About Switcher Loop
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Where is Switcher Loop located?
Switcher Loop is located in Three Springs, Durango, Colorado, United States. It is part of the Three Springs trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 37.2445, -107.81804.
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How hard is Switcher Loop?
Switcher Loop is rated as Green difficulty. The physical rating is Easy. The average grade is 0.007%. The climb difficulty is rated Green.
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What is the elevation gain for Switcher Loop?
Switcher Loop has 163 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 163 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 6,812 ft to 6,866 ft.
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Is Switcher Loop a point to point trail?
Switcher Loop is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is singletrack.
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