Chain Lakes via Whitepine Creek

Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest, Washington, United States

25.9 miles (41.7 km) · 6,538 ft elevation gain · Lollipop · Route

Route facts

Distance	25.9 mi (41.7 km)
Elevation gain	6,538 ft (1,993 m)
Average gain	252 ft per mile (48 m per km)
Longest climb	5.9 mi, 2,566 ft of gain
Steepest climb grade	41.6%
Runnable	51% of the route
Climbs / descents	3 climbs, 3 descents
Profile shape	Up, then down
Difficulty score	14 of 100
Route shape	Lollipop
Type	Route

Grade breakdown

Grade band	Share of route
Flat	5%
Mild uphill	17%
Moderate uphill	12%
Steep uphill	19%
Mild downhill	20%
Moderate downhill	9%
Steep downhill	19%

Questions about Chain Lakes via Whitepine Creek

How much elevation gain does Chain Lakes via Whitepine Creek have?

Chain Lakes via Whitepine Creek has 6,538 ft (1,993 m) of elevation gain over 25.9 miles (41.7 km). That averages 252 ft of gain per mile.

How difficult is Chain Lakes via Whitepine Creek?

The difficulty score for Chain Lakes via Whitepine Creek is 14 of 100. That is harder than 81.3% 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 Chain Lakes via Whitepine Creek?

The longest climb on Chain Lakes via Whitepine Creek runs 5.9 miles (9.6 km) and gains 2,566 ft (782 m). The steepest climb grade on the route is 41.6%.