more stats
2,293 ft
Distance
57 ft
Climb
-47 ft
Descent
00:05:51
Avg time
9 ft
Altitude change
114 ft
Altitude min
153 ft
Altitude max
140 ft
Altitude start
151 ft
Altitude end
0.4%
Grade
-10.2%
Grade max
13.1%
Grade min
991 ft
Distance climb
958 ft
Distance down
341 ft
Distance flat
00:05:51
Avg time

Switchplate Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
  • Riding Area
    Tippogoree Hills Trail Network
    George Town
  • Ref Number
    GT-TH-01
  • Difficulty Rating
    Green Rate
  • Local Popularity
    25 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 30 in E-Biking
  • Global Ranking
    #35084 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #92296 in E-Biking
  • National Ranking
    #1,689 in Mountain Biking · Australia [+]
    • #5,131 in E-Biking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Direction
    One Direction
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes

A cruisy beginner loop that circles down to BBA Way and back.

Tags
Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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  • 8 miles avg distance
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  • 38 rides
  • Last: Oct 10, 2026
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      Technical Trail Features (TTF)

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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is Switchplate located?
      Switchplate is located in Tippogoree Hills Trail Network, George Town, Australia. It is part of the Tippogoree Hills Trail Network trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates -41.1259, 146.88811.
      ▼ How hard is Switchplate?
      Switchplate is rated as Green difficulty. The average grade is 0.4%.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for Switchplate?
      Switchplate has 57 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 47 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 114 ft to 153 ft.
      ▼ Is Switchplate a point to point trail?
      Yes, Switchplate is a point to point trail. The direction is One Direction. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ How long is Switchplate?
      Switchplate is 2,293 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Switchplate?
      There is no information about dogs being allowed on Switchplate. Check with local trail managers or the trail page for the latest access rules.
      ▼ When is the best time of year to ride Switchplate?
      Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride Switchplate are:
      • December (6 activities)
      • January (4 activities)
      • March (4 activities)
      Check the reports page for current trail conditions.
      ▼ How do I access Switchplate? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Switchplate are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to ride Switchplate?
      Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 6 minutes to ride Switchplate. The trail is 2,293 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
      ▼ How busy is Switchplate?
      Switchplate is a less popular trail with lighter traffic. There have been 191 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 223 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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