The Switchbacks
8.7 mi
Distance
85 ft
Elev. Gain
2h 57m
Est. Time
Easy
Difficulty
About This Trail
The Switchbacks is a trail in Bridger National Forest, managed by the United States Forest Service, in Lincoln County, Wyoming. It is 8.7 miles long and gains 85 feet. The surface is dirt. The nearest town is Cokeville, Wyoming, about 15 miles away in a straight line.
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 2,598 ft |
| End | 8.4 mi | 2,348 ft |
Trail Details
- Surface
- Dirt
Official sources & verification
Managed by United States Forest Service
Managing agency
- United States Forest Service
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Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Cokeville, WY · about 15 mi away
- County:
- Lincoln County, WY
- Jurisdiction:
- Bridger National Forest · United States Forest Service
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