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1.6 miles
Distance
180 ft
Climb
-114 ft
Descent
00:10:52
Avg time
67 ft
Altitude change
1,632 ft
Altitude min
1,764 ft
Altitude max
1,697 ft
Altitude start
1,765 ft
Altitude end
0.8%
Grade
-13.1%
Grade max
17.8%
Grade min
3,061 ft
Distance climb
2,297 ft
Distance down
3,061 ft
Distance flat
00:10:52
Avg time

Switchyard Connector Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Raccoon Mountain
    Jasper, Tennessee
  • Difficulty Rating
  • Local Popularity
    40 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 40 in E-Biking
    • 5 in Trail Running
    • 5 in Hiking
  • Global Ranking
    #50972 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #76910 in Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    XC
  • Climb Difficulty
    Blue
  • Physical Rating
    Moderate
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • eBike Allowed
  • Land Owner
    Tennessee Valley Authority

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Switchyard Connector is a 2 mile moderately popular blue difficulty singletrack trail located near Jasper Tennessee. This mountain bike primary trail and has a moderate overall physical rating with a 180 ft blue climb. On average it takes 10 minutes to complete this trail.

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  • 10 rides
  • 14 miles avg distance
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  • Last: Aug 18, 2026
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Jul 25, 2026 @ 12:36pm (America/Chicago)
Jul 25, 2026
Tree down
Jun 4, 2026 @ 6:52pm (America/Chicago)
Jun 4, 2026
Machine work is finished
May 22, 2026 @ 4:43pm (America/Chicago)
May 22, 2026
Fresh machine work and rainy conditions have made this trail a muddy mess. Please avoid until it has had time to dry and compact. Signs are in...
Dec 23, 2025 @ 2:35pm (America/Chicago)
Dec 23, 2025
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Nov 1, 2025 @ 12:23pm (America/Kentucky/Monticello)
Nov 1, 2025
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        Directions to switchyard-connector trailhead (35.054330, -85.387210)

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        Routes with this trail

        5.0 9 miles 1,040 ft 12 Loop
        The Hour Challenge at Raccoon, UP top CW from East Overlook Electric ave 1 & 2 - Rivergorge - - - Switchyard -
        10 miles 1,162 ft 4
        After a climb up , you will enjoy a quick lap around before zipping back down the way you came to enjoy a...
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        Frequently Asked Questions About Switchyard Connector

        Where is Switchyard Connector located?
        Switchyard Connector is located in Raccoon Mountain, Jasper, Tennessee, United States. It is part of the Raccoon Mountain trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 35.05433, -85.38721.
        How hard is Switchyard Connector?
        Switchyard Connector is rated as Blue difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The average grade is 0.8%. The climb difficulty is rated Blue.
        What is the elevation gain for Switchyard Connector?
        Switchyard Connector has 180 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 114 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 1,632 ft to 1,764 ft.
        How long is Switchyard Connector?
        Switchyard Connector is 1.6 miles long. The trail type is singletrack.
        Are dogs allowed on Switchyard Connector?
        Yes, dogs are allowed on Switchyard Connector. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
        When is the best time of year to ride Switchyard Connector?
        Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride Switchyard Connector are:
        • June (8 activities)
        • May (6 activities)
        • August (4 activities)
        Check the reports page for current trail conditions.
        How do I access Switchyard Connector? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
        The closest parking and trailhead locations to Switchyard Connector are: View all parking locations in the area.
        How long does it take to ride Switchyard Connector?
        Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 10 minutes to ride Switchyard Connector. The trail is 1.6 miles long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
        How busy is Switchyard Connector?
        Switchyard Connector is a moderately popular trail. There have been 579 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 609 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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