Baker Pass

Mount Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest, Washington, United States

23.7 miles (38.2 km) · 6,119 ft elevation gain · Lollipop · Route

Baker Pass is a 23.7-mile lollipop route in Mount Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest, Washington, United States, gaining 6,110 feet of elevation. The route follows a rolling elevation profile. The terrain breaks into 7 distinct sections including 3 significant climbs. The longest climb covers 6.9 miles gaining 2,761 feet at an average 10.1% grade. About 46% of the terrain is runnable, with significant hiking sections. The route opens with a descent and finishes with flat terrain.

Route facts

Distance	23.7 mi (38.2 km)
Elevation gain	6,119 ft (1,865 m)
Average gain	258 ft per mile (49 m per km)
Longest climb	11.1 mi, 2,031 ft of gain
Steepest climb grade	31.3%
Runnable	47% of the route
Climbs / descents	3 climbs, 3 descents
Profile shape	Rolling
Difficulty score	14.5 of 100
Route shape	Lollipop
Type	Route

Grade breakdown

Grade band	Share of route
Flat	3%
Mild uphill	15%
Moderate uphill	11%
Steep uphill	23%
Mild downhill	17%
Moderate downhill	12%
Steep downhill	19%

Questions about Baker Pass

How much elevation gain does Baker Pass have?

Baker Pass has 6,119 ft (1,865 m) of elevation gain over 23.7 miles (38.2 km). That averages 258 ft of gain per mile.

How difficult is Baker Pass?

The difficulty score for Baker Pass is 14.5 of 100. That is harder than 82.3% of routes at a similar distance. About 47% of the route is runnable at typical trail effort; the rest is steep enough that most runners hike.

What is the longest climb on Baker Pass?

The longest climb on Baker Pass runs 11.1 miles (17.9 km) and gains 2,031 ft (619 m). The steepest climb grade on the route is 31.3%.