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Overview Switchback Trail #5004 is a 2.98 mile one way hike with 383 feet accumulated elevation gain. Located 13 miles east-northeast of Alamogordo New Mexico. April and March are the best months to enjoy this hike. The Switchback trail (named for the railroad switchback this trail now follows) is 3.2 miles long. It begins at the Old Cloudcroft Highway trail (T5002) and ends at Bailey Canyon (Forest Road 206). Access to this trail can easily be found at Bailey Canyon, about 1 mile north of Cloudcroft along US82. The trail is open for the following uses: Hiking, Horseback Riding, Mountain Biking. Check out the Official Route.
One-Way Notice This hike is listed as One-Way. When hiking several trails on a single "hike", log it with a generic name that describes the hike. Then link the trails traveled, check out the example. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
WARNING! Hiking and outdoor related sports can be dangerous. Be responsible and prepare for the trip. Study the area you are entering and plan accordingly. Dress for the current and unexpected weather changes. Take plenty of water. Never go alone. Make an itinerary with your plan(s), route(s), destination(s) and expected return time. Give your itinerary to trusted family and/or friends.
