Carne High Route Loop

Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest, Washington, United States

17.9 miles (28.9 km) · 5,577 ft elevation gain · Loop · trail · Route

Carne High Route Loop is a 17.9-mile loop route in Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest, Washington, United States, gaining 5,577 feet of elevation. The route follows a up-and-over elevation profile. The terrain breaks into 5 distinct sections including 2 significant climbs. The longest climb covers 2.7 miles gaining 3,068 feet at an average 20.9% grade. About 51% of the terrain is runnable, with significant hiking sections. The route opens with mixed terrain and finishes with a descent.

Route facts

Distance	17.9 mi (28.9 km)
Elevation gain	5,577 ft (1,700 m)
Average gain	311 ft per mile (59 m per km)
Longest climb	8.3 mi, 3,148 ft of gain
Steepest climb grade	44.9%
Runnable	51% of the route
Climbs / descents	2 climbs, 1 descents
Profile shape	Up, then down
Difficulty score	16 of 100
Surface	trail
Route shape	Loop
Type	Route

Grade breakdown

Grade band	Share of route
Flat	9%
Mild uphill	3%
Moderate uphill	10%
Steep uphill	21%
Mild downhill	35%
Moderate downhill	5%
Steep downhill	18%

Questions about Carne High Route Loop

How much elevation gain does Carne High Route Loop have?

Carne High Route Loop has 5,577 ft (1,700 m) of elevation gain over 17.9 miles (28.9 km). That averages 311 ft of gain per mile.

How difficult is Carne High Route Loop?

The difficulty score for Carne High Route Loop is 16 of 100. That is harder than 85.2% of routes at a similar distance. About 51% of the route is runnable at typical trail effort; the rest is steep enough that most runners hike.

What is the longest climb on Carne High Route Loop?

The longest climb on Carne High Route Loop runs 8.3 miles (13.4 km) and gains 3,148 ft (960 m). The steepest climb grade on the route is 44.9%.