Cranky Gulch Ridge

Wallace, Idaho, United States

12.3 miles (19.7 km) · 2,811 ft elevation gain · Loop · Route

Route facts

Distance	12.3 mi (19.7 km)
Elevation gain	2,811 ft (857 m)
Average gain	229 ft per mile (43 m per km)
Longest climb	7.1 mi, 2,376 ft of gain
Steepest climb grade	21.3%
Runnable	47% of the route
Climbs / descents	2 climbs, 1 descents
Profile shape	Up, then down
Difficulty score	14.2 of 100
Route shape	Loop
Type	Route

Grade breakdown

Grade band	Share of route
Flat	6%
Mild uphill	18%
Moderate uphill	16%
Steep uphill	17%
Mild downhill	14%
Moderate downhill	9%
Steep downhill	20%

Questions about Cranky Gulch Ridge

How much elevation gain does Cranky Gulch Ridge have?

Cranky Gulch Ridge has 2,811 ft (857 m) of elevation gain over 12.3 miles (19.7 km). That averages 229 ft of gain per mile.

How difficult is Cranky Gulch Ridge?

The difficulty score for Cranky Gulch Ridge is 14.2 of 100. That is harder than 81.7% of routes at a similar distance. About 47% of the route is runnable at typical trail effort; the rest is steep enough that most runners hike.

What is the longest climb on Cranky Gulch Ridge?

The longest climb on Cranky Gulch Ridge runs 7.1 miles (11.4 km) and gains 2,376 ft (724 m). The steepest climb grade on the route is 21.3%.