DeRoux to Ingalls Peak

Kittitas County, Washington, United States

16.4 miles (26.4 km) · 5,339 ft elevation gain · Loop · Route

DeRoux to Ingalls Peak is a 16.4-mile loop route in Kittitas County, Washington, United States, gaining 5,610 feet of elevation. The route follows a up-and-over elevation profile. The terrain breaks into 5 distinct sections including 3 significant climbs. The longest climb covers 6.0 miles gaining 3,545 feet at an average 10.5% grade. Only 30% of the terrain is runnable — expect substantial hiking throughout. The route opens with a climb and finishes with a descent.

Route facts

Distance	16.4 mi (26.4 km)
Elevation gain	5,339 ft (1,627 m)
Average gain	326 ft per mile (62 m per km)
Longest climb	6.1 mi, 3,148 ft of gain
Steepest climb grade	41.7%
Runnable	30% of the route
Climbs / descents	3 climbs, 2 descents
Profile shape	Up, then down
Difficulty score	17.6 of 100
Route shape	Loop
Type	Route

Grade breakdown

Grade band	Share of route
Flat	6%
Mild uphill	10%
Moderate uphill	13%
Steep uphill	27%
Mild downhill	9%
Moderate downhill	6%
Steep downhill	30%

Questions about DeRoux to Ingalls Peak

How much elevation gain does DeRoux to Ingalls Peak have?

DeRoux to Ingalls Peak has 5,339 ft (1,627 m) of elevation gain over 16.4 miles (26.4 km). That averages 326 ft of gain per mile.

How difficult is DeRoux to Ingalls Peak?

The difficulty score for DeRoux to Ingalls Peak is 17.6 of 100. That is harder than 87.8% of routes at a similar distance. About 30% of the route is runnable at typical trail effort; the rest is steep enough that most runners hike.

What is the longest climb on DeRoux to Ingalls Peak?

The longest climb on DeRoux to Ingalls Peak runs 6.1 miles (9.8 km) and gains 3,148 ft (960 m). The steepest climb grade on the route is 41.7%.