Blackhead Range

Catskill Park, New York, United States

12.0 miles (19.3 km) · 4,408 ft elevation gain · Lollipop · Route

Route facts

Distance	12.0 mi (19.3 km)
Elevation gain	4,408 ft (1,344 m)
Average gain	368 ft per mile (70 m per km)
Longest climb	2.9 mi, 1,719 ft of gain
Steepest climb grade	54.6%
Runnable	28% of the route
Climbs / descents	3 climbs, 2 descents
Profile shape	Up, then down
Difficulty score	15.2 of 100
Route shape	Lollipop
Type	Route

Grade breakdown

Grade band	Share of route
Flat	4%
Mild uphill	9%
Moderate uphill	10%
Steep uphill	29%
Mild downhill	9%
Moderate downhill	6%
Steep downhill	33%

Questions about Blackhead Range

How much elevation gain does Blackhead Range have?

Blackhead Range has 4,408 ft (1,344 m) of elevation gain over 12.0 miles (19.3 km). That averages 368 ft of gain per mile.

How difficult is Blackhead Range?

The difficulty score for Blackhead Range is 15.2 of 100. That is harder than 83.7% of routes at a similar distance. About 28% of the route is runnable at typical trail effort; the rest is steep enough that most runners hike.

What is the longest climb on Blackhead Range?

The longest climb on Blackhead Range runs 2.9 miles (4.7 km) and gains 1,719 ft (524 m). The steepest climb grade on the route is 54.6%.