Switchback Trail
Cedar Crest · New Mexico
1.4 mi
Distance
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Net Elevation
16 min
Est. Time
Peak Elevation
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Difficulty
Green Circle
1.4 mi
Distance
...
Net Elevation
16 min
Est. Time
...
Peak Elevation
Green Circle
Difficulty
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Conditions
ClearNo significant precipitation expected.
Trail conditions look great for riding
The week looks mostly rideable, but windier periods could make exposed sections feel less comfortable.
Best Window This Week
Friday
a high near 66°F, 0.04 in expected rain, 39% rain chance
Forecast data via Open-Meteo.
About This Trail
Sandia Crest Area Trail Trails
Mountain Biking in Cedar Crest
Cedar Crest is one of the mountain biking hubs in New Mexico, with mapped trail coverage on RidePal. Use Switchback Trail as a starting point to compare nearby routes by distance, difficulty, surface, elevation profile, and ride time.
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Trail Details
Surface
Ground
Technical Rating
Green Circle
Trail Marking
Well Marked
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Switchback Trail FAQ
Where is Switchback Trail?
Switchback Trail is a mountain bike trail near Cedar Crest, New Mexico. RidePal maps the route, trail stats, photos, reviews, and nearby rides for this area.
How difficult is Switchback Trail?
Switchback Trail is 1.4 miles long, rated green circle, with a ground surface, with an estimated ride time of 16 min. Check the map and recent conditions before riding.
What are the current riding conditions for Switchback Trail?
Forecast signals point toward generally dry trail surfaces, though shaded sections can still vary. The current forecast suggests Friday because a high near 66°F, 0.04 in expected rain, 39% rain chance.
What other mountain bike trails are near Switchback Trail?
Nearby RidePal trail pages in Cedar Crest include King of the Mountain, Los Duendes Loop, Old 61, Trail #342, North Mystery Trail. Use the nearby trails section to compare distance, difficulty, and route style.
What kind of ride is Switchback Trail?
Trail marking is listed as well marked.
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