Crater Lake Loop

Chiloquin, Oregon, United States

32.2 miles (51.7 km) · 5,044 ft elevation gain · Loop · Race

Route facts

Distance	32.2 mi (51.7 km)
Elevation gain	5,044 ft (1,537 m)
Average gain	157 ft per mile (30 m per km)
Longest climb	3.9 mi, 734 ft of gain
Steepest climb grade	26.1%
Runnable	70% of the route
Climbs / descents	4 climbs, 5 descents
Profile shape	Rolling
Difficulty score	12.3 of 100
Route shape	Loop
Type	Race

Grade breakdown

Grade band	Share of route
Flat	28%
Mild uphill	17%
Moderate uphill	14%
Steep uphill	6%
Mild downhill	12%
Moderate downhill	13%
Steep downhill	10%

Questions about Crater Lake Loop

How much elevation gain does Crater Lake Loop have?

Crater Lake Loop has 5,044 ft (1,537 m) of elevation gain over 32.2 miles (51.7 km). That averages 157 ft of gain per mile.

How difficult is Crater Lake Loop?

The difficulty score for Crater Lake Loop is 12.3 of 100. That is harder than 77.2% of routes at a similar distance. About 70% of the route is runnable at typical trail effort; the rest is steep enough that most runners hike.

What is the longest climb on Crater Lake Loop?

The longest climb on Crater Lake Loop runs 3.9 miles (6.3 km) and gains 734 ft (224 m). The steepest climb grade on the route is 26.1%.