Black Mesa Loop

Tonto National Forest, Arizona, United States

8.3 miles (13.4 km) · 1,021 ft elevation gain · Loop · Route

Route facts

Distance	8.3 mi (13.4 km)
Elevation gain	1,021 ft (311 m)
Average gain	123 ft per mile (23 m per km)
Longest climb	2.1 mi, 416 ft of gain
Steepest climb grade	18.9%
Runnable	87% of the route
Climbs / descents	2 climbs, 2 descents
Profile shape	Up, then down
Difficulty score	6 of 100
Route shape	Loop
Type	Route

Grade breakdown

Grade band	Share of route
Flat	9%
Mild uphill	30%
Moderate uphill	7%
Steep uphill	5%
Mild downhill	35%
Moderate downhill	12%
Steep downhill	1%

Questions about Black Mesa Loop

How much elevation gain does Black Mesa Loop have?

Black Mesa Loop has 1,021 ft (311 m) of elevation gain over 8.3 miles (13.4 km). That averages 123 ft of gain per mile.

How difficult is Black Mesa Loop?

The difficulty score for Black Mesa Loop is 6 of 100. That is harder than 49.7% of routes at a similar distance. About 87% of the route is runnable at typical trail effort; the rest is steep enough that most runners hike.

What is the longest climb on Black Mesa Loop?

The longest climb on Black Mesa Loop runs 2.1 miles (3.4 km) and gains 416 ft (127 m). The steepest climb grade on the route is 18.9%.