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Swayback Bridge Trail

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  2. AL
  3. …Central Alabama
  4. …Montgomery
  5. Swayback Bridge Trail System
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Length

10.1 Miles 16.3 Kilometers


Singletrack

Elevation

765' 233 m

Ascent

-765' -233 m

Descent

3%

Avg Grade (2°)

13%

Max Grade (7°)

360' 110 m

High

254' 77 m

Low

Conditions

Minor Issues 35 days ago
Muddy - muddy in some spots, great traction everywhere else. History
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“A nice intermediate trail with roots/rocks and some short, steep climbs.”

— Keith Bland
GPX File — Driving Directions

Overview

Description

Maps are available at the parking area, and five well-marked loops are available, ranging from a one-mile family ride to a 10.5-11.2 mile (my GPS measures this shorter than the trail map does) intermediate/moderately technical ride. There are several short, steep climbs, including one that I've never seen cleared. There are also a couple of ramps built as options for more advanced riders.

The trail offers beautiful views of Lake Jordan and the Swayback Bridge from the Black and Red Trails.

It's rarely busy, and trail runners/hikers are generally very aware/polite to bikers. Has a water hose and enclosed changing area for post ride clean-up.

Contacts

Local Club: Central Alabama Mountain Pedalers

Oct 8, 2016: E-Bike Policy

Feb 2, 2016: Open House Workshop for Bicycle Plan

Jul 1, 2015: Nite Nationals

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Mar 27, 2018
Brian Prowell
Trail conditions were good. A couple narrow spots. Zippa is fun! 11mi
Mar 4, 2018
Andrew Bowen
lots of roots, with fun downhill sections. 9.5mi
Feb 3, 2018
Mike Bailey
Dry trails good conditions, not much in the way of scenery 7.5mi
Nov 11, 2017
J. Perez
Trails were all in great condition. Watch out for wasps, I was stung on the lip. 7.5mi
Aug 27, 2017
Anthony Rendon
Ran out of daylight! 5mi
Jul 7, 2017
Pito Llovera
Jul 3, 2017
Todd Hall
Jun 10, 2017
Stuart Wilks
4.7mi

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Stewarded by Central Alabama Mountain Pedalers
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Trail Ratings

  4.1 from 12 votes

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Photos

First berm of four
First berm of four
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Swayback berm section
Swayback berm section
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Welcome to the jungle...
Welcome to the jungle...
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The Bridge.
The Bridge.
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Trailhead
Trailhead
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There was a guy named Chad Hungerford who cleared that "short, steep climb" just about every time. Oct 17, 2015
Chris Trawick
Chris Trawick  
Spent the weekend doing some quality miles throughout this trail system, and it was fantastic. Great course, well maintained and relatively challenging (at spots). All in all, this is a fantastic ride for all levels of experience. I will certainly be out there again the next time I'm in the Montgomery area. Nov 7, 2016

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