Around the Top Ridge Traverse (CA)

Around the Top Ridge Traverse (CA) is a 22.95 km trail point-to-point route in Alpine County, California, United States, gaining 1,443 m of elevation. The route follows a steadily descending elevation profile, finishing 198 m lower than it starts. The terrain covers 5 distinct sections including 2 significant climbs. Approximately 41% of the route is runnable at a steady effort. The longest climb covers 6.39 km gaining 543 m at up to 8.5% grade. The route opens with a climb and finishes with a descent. Compared to other routes in the Nstride database, this is a difficult route.