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1,634 ft
Distance
-112 ft
Descent
00:03:02
Avg time
-112 ft
Altitude change
182 ft
Altitude min
294 ft
Altitude max
294 ft
Altitude start
180 ft
Altitude end
-6.9%
Grade
-32.4%
Grade max
-1.6%
Grade min
1,634 ft
Distance down
00:03:02
Avg time
Swallowtail Trail Details
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Activities
- Mountain Bike
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Riding AreaEncinitas Ranch Pathways and Trails
Encinitas, California -
Difficulty Rating
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Voted DifficultyBlack Diamond (1 vote)
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Local Popularity20 in Mountain Biking [+]
- 5 in E-Biking
- 5 in Trail Running
- 5 in Hiking
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Trail TypeMixed
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Bike TypeDH, AM, XC, Fat, Adaptive MTB, CX, Gravel
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DirectionDownhill Primary
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Climb DifficultyBlue
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Physical RatingModerate
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Trail VisibilityAlways easy to follow
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Dogs AllowedYes
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eBike AllowedYes up to Class 1
An out-and-back trail that becomes steep and rutted. The north end stops at a gate that marks private property. Nice views along the way however.
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The northern end dead-ends at private property
Adaptive Bike Info
aMTB Blue Rating: Intermediate features and steeper terrain.
Deep ruts and gate blocked with cactus
Traditionally Indigenous Territory
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- Last: Sep 17, 2025
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(33.082470, -117.283190)
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Frequently Asked Questions About Swallowtail Trail
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Where is Swallowtail Trail located?
Swallowtail Trail is located in Encinitas Ranch Pathways and Trails, Encinitas, California, United States. It is part of the Encinitas Ranch Pathways and Trails trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 33.08247, -117.28319.
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How hard is Swallowtail Trail?
Swallowtail Trail is rated as Blue difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The average grade is 6.9%. The climb difficulty is rated Blue.
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What is the elevation gain for Swallowtail Trail?
The trail has 112 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 182 ft to 294 ft.
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Is Swallowtail Trail a point to point trail?
Swallowtail Trail is not a point to point trail. The direction is Downhill Primary. The trail type is mixed.
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