Charleston Peak Loop (NV)

Clark County, Nevada, United States

18.1 miles (29.1 km) · 5,217 ft elevation gain · Loop · trail · Route

Charleston Peak Loop (NV) is a 18.1-mile loop route in Clark County, Nevada, United States, gaining 5,282 feet of elevation. The route follows a up-and-over elevation profile. The terrain breaks into 4 distinct sections including 1 significant climb. The longest climb covers 8.3 miles gaining 4,528 feet at an average 9.4% grade. About 44% of the terrain is runnable, with significant hiking sections. The route opens with a climb and finishes with a gradual climb.

Route facts

Distance	18.1 mi (29.1 km)
Elevation gain	5,217 ft (1,590 m)
Average gain	289 ft per mile (55 m per km)
Longest climb	8.3 mi, 4,101 ft of gain
Steepest climb grade	29.7%
Runnable	45% of the route
Climbs / descents	1 climbs, 1 descents
Profile shape	Up, then down
Difficulty score	20.3 of 100
Surface	trail
Route shape	Loop
Type	Route

Grade breakdown

Grade band	Share of route
Flat	21%
Moderate uphill	23%
Steep uphill	16%
Mild downhill	1%
Moderate downhill	22%
Steep downhill	16%

Questions about Charleston Peak Loop (NV)

How much elevation gain does Charleston Peak Loop (NV) have?

Charleston Peak Loop (NV) has 5,217 ft (1,590 m) of elevation gain over 18.1 miles (29.1 km). That averages 289 ft of gain per mile.

How difficult is Charleston Peak Loop (NV)?

The difficulty score for Charleston Peak Loop (NV) is 20.3 of 100. That is harder than 91% of routes at a similar distance. About 45% of the route is runnable at typical trail effort; the rest is steep enough that most runners hike.

What is the longest climb on Charleston Peak Loop (NV)?

The longest climb on Charleston Peak Loop (NV) runs 8.3 miles (13.4 km) and gains 4,101 ft (1,250 m). The steepest climb grade on the route is 29.7%.