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1.3 miles
Distance
21 ft
Climb
-290 ft
Descent
00:07:39
Avg time
-268 ft
Altitude change
7,451 ft
Altitude min
7,723 ft
Altitude max
7,723 ft
Altitude start
7,454 ft
Altitude end
-4.1%
Grade
-18.5%
Grade max
7.4%
Grade min
787 ft
Distance climb
5,220 ft
Distance down
597 ft
Distance flat
00:07:39
Avg time

Stopwatch Trail Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Bald Mountain Ephraim
    Ephraim, Utah
  • Ref Number
    #5230
  • Difficulty Rating
  • Voted Difficulty
    Green (1 vote)
  • Local Popularity
    95 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 90 in Trail Running
    • 100 in Hiking
  • Global Ranking
    #71123 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #47959 in Trail Running
    • #34255 in Hiking
  • Hiking SAC Scale
    T1 Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    DH, AM, XC, DJ
  • Direction
    Both Directions
  • Climb Difficulty
    Blue
  • Trail Visibility
    Always easy to follow
  • Family Friendly
    Yes
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • eBike Allowed
  • TTFs on Trail
    Berm, Jump
  • Land Owner
    manti- la Sal National Forest

Stopwatch Trail
The Stopwatch Trail is a versatile and enjoyable trail, perfect for both mountain biking and trail running. With a fun switchback section through a beautiful ponderosa grove, the trail offers an exciting challenge as you navigate the turns. Along the way, you'll pass through areas of Gambel Oak, adding to the scenic variety. This trail is a great option to ride in either direction, giving you flexibility depending on your starting point. Whether you're cycling or running, the Stopwatch Trail provides a rewarding and scenic experience for outdoor enthusiasts of all kinds.

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  • 2 rides
  • 4 miles average
6 Months
  • 8 rides
  • 7 miles avg distance
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  • 66 rides
  • Last: Jun 17, 2026
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Aug 7, 2025 @ 5:52pm
Aug 7, 2025
Dry, but still in good shape
Jun 22, 2025 @ 5:02pm
Jun 22, 2025
May 31, 2024 @ 12:33pm
May 31, 2024
A couple muddy areas from recent snow melt. We were able to get around them ok, but it would be better to wait a little.
Oct 17, 2023 @ 10:39am
Oct 17, 2023
Sep 26, 2023 @ 11:11am
Sep 26, 2023
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on Aug 7, 2025
Dry
Avg: 3.86 (3 votes)
Your vote: 0

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        Directions to stopwatch-trail trailhead (39.331250, -111.510880)

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        Frequently Asked Questions About Stopwatch Trail

        Where is Stopwatch Trail located?
        Stopwatch Trail is located in Bald Mountain Ephraim, Ephraim, Utah, United States. It is part of the Bald Mountain Ephraim trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 39.33125, -111.51088.
        How hard is Stopwatch Trail?
        Stopwatch Trail is rated as Green difficulty. The average grade is 4.1%. The climb difficulty is rated Blue.
        What is the elevation gain for Stopwatch Trail?
        Stopwatch Trail has 7 m of elevation gain. The trail has 88 m of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 2,271 m to 2,354 m.
        Is Stopwatch Trail a point to point trail?
        Stopwatch Trail is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is singletrack.

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