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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

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Three Springs
    Durango, Colorado
  • Difficulty Rating
    Green Rate
  • Voted Difficulty
    Green (1 vote)
  • Local Popularity
    75 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 85 in Trail Running
    • 60 in Hiking
  • Global Ranking
    #74675 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #20500 in Trail Running
    • #23037 in Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    XC
  • Direction
    Both Directions
  • Climb Difficulty
    Green
  • Physical Rating
    Easy
  • Season
    Not after snow
  • Family Friendly
    Yes
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • eBike Allowed
    No
  • TTFs on Trail
    Berm, Jump
  • Ride in Rain
    Yes
  • Year Opened
    2017

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.

Local Trail Association
Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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  • 15 rides
  • 9 miles avg distance
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  • 567 rides
  • Last: Aug 16, 2026
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Switcher Loop Trail Reports

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Mar 16, 2026 @ 8:03am (America/Denver)
Mar 16, 2026
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Jan 5, 2026 @ 2:12pm (America/Denver)
Jan 5, 2026
 reporter Minimal snow, but heavy mud if not frozen. Go early to avoid trail damage.
Oct 30, 2025 @ 5:16pm (America/Denver)
Oct 30, 2025
Apr 7, 2025 @ 11:05am
Apr 7, 2025
 reporter Durango Trails reports good conditions
Mar 1, 2025 @ 7:22pm
Mar 1, 2025
 Starts out dry but don’t be fooled and thinking that one slightly soft spot in the shade is it. It’s not and gets worse. There are some...
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on Mar 16, 2026
Dry
Avg: 3.43 (4 votes)
Your vote: 0

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      Over half this loop is currently closed off with fencing apparently do to a construction project.

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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ 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.
      ▼ 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.
      ▼ 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.
      ▼ 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.
      ▼ How long is Switcher Loop?
      Switcher Loop is 1.7 miles long. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Switcher Loop?
      Yes, dogs are allowed on Switcher Loop. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
      ▼ When is the best time of year to ride Switcher Loop?
      Switcher Loop is best visited during: Not after snow.
      ▼ How do I access Switcher Loop? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Switcher Loop are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to ride Switcher Loop?
      Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 8 minutes to ride Switcher Loop. The trail is 1.7 miles long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
      ▼ How busy is Switcher Loop?
      Switcher Loop is a very popular trail. There have been 2,928 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 3,148 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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