Beskid

Park Krajobrazowy Beskidu Śląskiego, województwo śląskie, Polska

9.1 miles (14.6 km) · 2,389 ft elevation gain · Loop · trail · Route

Beskid is a 9.1-mile loop route in Park Krajobrazowy Beskidu Śląskiego, województwo śląskie, Polska, gaining 2,389 feet of elevation. The route follows a valley-shaped elevation profile. The terrain breaks into 5 distinct sections including 2 significant climbs. The longest climb covers 3.7 miles gaining 1,515 feet at an average 21.4% grade. About 48% of the terrain is runnable, with significant hiking sections. The route opens with a descent and finishes with a gradual descent.

Route facts

Distance	9.1 mi (14.6 km)
Elevation gain	2,389 ft (728 m)
Average gain	262 ft per mile (50 m per km)
Longest climb	3.9 mi, 829 ft of gain
Steepest climb grade	28.9%
Runnable	48% of the route
Climbs / descents	2 climbs, 2 descents
Profile shape	Down, then up
Difficulty score	11.5 of 100
Surface	trail
Route shape	Loop
Type	Route

Grade breakdown

Grade band	Share of route
Flat	23%
Mild uphill	11%
Moderate uphill	8%
Steep uphill	19%
Mild downhill	9%
Moderate downhill	5%
Steep downhill	25%

Questions about Beskid

How much elevation gain does Beskid have?

Beskid has 2,389 ft (728 m) of elevation gain over 9.1 miles (14.6 km). That averages 262 ft of gain per mile.

How difficult is Beskid?

The difficulty score for Beskid is 11.5 of 100. That is harder than 74.9% of routes at a similar distance. About 48% of the route is runnable at typical trail effort; the rest is steep enough that most runners hike.

What is the longest climb on Beskid?

The longest climb on Beskid runs 3.9 miles (6.2 km) and gains 829 ft (253 m). The steepest climb grade on the route is 28.9%.