Cochise Stronghold Loop (AZ)

Cochise County, Arizona, United States

25.0 miles (40.2 km) · 3,042 ft elevation gain · Loop · trail · Route

Route facts

Distance	25.0 mi (40.2 km)
Elevation gain	3,042 ft (927 m)
Average gain	122 ft per mile (23 m per km)
Longest climb	4.8 mi, 1,121 ft of gain
Steepest climb grade	22.7%
Runnable	84% of the route
Climbs / descents	2 climbs, 3 descents
Profile shape	Rolling
Difficulty score	8.5 of 100
Surface	trail
Route shape	Loop
Type	Route

Grade breakdown

Grade band	Share of route
Flat	8%
Mild uphill	29%
Moderate uphill	9%
Steep uphill	4%
Mild downhill	40%
Moderate downhill	7%
Steep downhill	3%

Questions about Cochise Stronghold Loop (AZ)

How much elevation gain does Cochise Stronghold Loop (AZ) have?

Cochise Stronghold Loop (AZ) has 3,042 ft (927 m) of elevation gain over 25.0 miles (40.2 km). That averages 122 ft of gain per mile.

How difficult is Cochise Stronghold Loop (AZ)?

The difficulty score for Cochise Stronghold Loop (AZ) is 8.5 of 100. That is harder than 63.3% of routes at a similar distance. About 84% of the route is runnable at typical trail effort; the rest is steep enough that most runners hike.

What is the longest climb on Cochise Stronghold Loop (AZ)?

The longest climb on Cochise Stronghold Loop (AZ) runs 4.8 miles (7.7 km) and gains 1,121 ft (342 m). The steepest climb grade on the route is 22.7%.