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OSM map layer · LineString
40.93, -74.81 · rel 8494352
40.93, -74.81 · rel 8494352
Switchback Trail
A 3,2 km loop walk in New Jersey.
Loop walk
start = finish · New Jersey
3,2km
Distance
moderate
Climb · estimate
easy
Difficulty · estimate
loop
Shape
20
views
2
Viewpoints
01 · Character of the route
Is this one for you?
2× viewpoint
Quiet area
Uncrowded
Family friendly
compiled from map data (OSM) and points of interest along the route — no editorial layer
02 · 2 points along the route
What will you encounter?
2× viewpoint
Route 80 West Scenic Lookout
viewpoint ·
307 m off route
3,0 km
92%
Route 80 East Scenic Overlook
viewpoint ·
472 m off route
3,0 km
92%
03 · Landmarks
Steady waypoints
Quarter of the way
Halfway
Three quarters
Finish
04 · Intersecting routes
Where you meet other trails
05 · From the trail
Through the eyes of hikers
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What hikers experienced
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07 · Before you go
Answers to common questions
Switchback Trail is 3.2 km long.
At an average walking pace, Switchback Trail takes approximately 49 min to complete.
Yes, Switchback Trail is a round walk that starts and finishes at the same point — no return transport needed.
Switchback Trail starts near coordinates 40.9246, -74.8086.
Switchback Trail is an easy hike, suitable for walkers of all fitness levels.
Switchback Trail is maintained and managed by New York-New Jersey Trail Conference.