Near Switchback Trail #271
Meadow just below Kiwanis Cabin

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Switchback Trail #271

3.0 (2 Ratings)
A wooded singletrack switchbacking down the mountain.
1.6
mi
Distance
15
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
Family Friendly

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Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
1.57mi
Distance
15ft
Elevation Gain
280ft
Elevation Loss
15%
Max Grade
10,591ft
High Point
10,313ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
This wooded singletrack connects the parking lot at the top of Sandia Crest to the forest road that leads to the top of the ski lifts. The trail has some rocks and roots, but it's an easy downhill grade that's well marked.

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Contributors
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