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960 ft
Distance
116 ft
Climb
-24 ft
Descent
00:02:29
Avg time
91 ft
Altitude change
464 ft
Altitude min
565 ft
Altitude max
465 ft
Altitude start
556 ft
Altitude end
9.514%
Grade
-19.52%
Grade max
30.207%
Grade min
680 ft
Distance climb
227 ft
Distance down
53 ft
Distance flat
00:02:29
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Switchback Details
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Activities
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Riding AreaSt. Edward State Park
Kenmore, Washington -
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Local Popularity100 in Mountain Biking [+]
- 95 in E-Biking
- 85 in Trail Running
- 80 in Hiking
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Trail TypeSingletrack
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Bike TypeXC
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DirectionBoth Directions
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Climb DifficultyBlue
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Physical RatingModerate
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Dogs AllowedYes
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eBike AllowedYes up to Class 1
Mainly an uphill grunt to get back to the top of Panta Rhei or the main trail. Non-technical singletrack with a couple switchbacks that add a little fun challenge.
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Traditionally Indigenous Territory
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- 10 rides
- 8 miles average
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- Last: Jun 20, 2026
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Directions to switchback-50060 trailhead
(47.728860, -122.247249)
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Frequently Asked Questions About Switchback
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Where is Switchback located?
Switchback is located in St. Edward State Park, Kenmore, Washington, United States. It is part of the St. Edward State Park trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 47.72886, -122.24725.
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How hard is Switchback?
Switchback is rated as Green difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The average grade is 9.514%. The climb difficulty is rated Blue.
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What is the elevation gain for Switchback?
Switchback has 35 m of elevation gain. The trail has 7 m of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 142 m to 172 m.
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Is Switchback a point to point trail?
Switchback is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is singletrack.
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