Downs Mountain (WY)

Fremont County, Wyoming, United States

29.3 miles (47.2 km) · 6,585 ft elevation gain · Loop · trail · Route

Downs Mountain (WY) is a 29.3-mile loop route in Fremont County, Wyoming, United States, gaining 6,570 feet of elevation. The route follows a up-and-over elevation profile. The terrain breaks into 7 distinct sections including 3 significant climbs. The longest climb covers 13.3 miles gaining 4,844 feet at an average 13.7% grade. About 55% of the terrain is runnable, with significant hiking sections. The route opens with a climb and finishes with flat terrain.

Route facts

Distance29.3 mi (47.2 km)
Elevation gain6,585 ft (2,007 m)
Average gain225 ft per mile (43 m per km)
Longest climb14.9 mi, 5,558 ft of gain
Steepest climb grade37.2%
Runnable55% of the route
Climbs / descents3 climbs, 3 descents
Profile shapeUp, then down
Difficulty score18.7 of 100
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Route shapeLoop
TypeRoute

Grade breakdown

Grade bandShare of route
Flat5%
Mild uphill17%
Moderate uphill15%
Steep uphill16%
Mild downhill14%
Moderate downhill19%
Steep downhill14%

Questions about Downs Mountain (WY)

How much elevation gain does Downs Mountain (WY) have?

Downs Mountain (WY) has 6,585 ft (2,007 m) of elevation gain over 29.3 miles (47.2 km). That averages 225 ft of gain per mile.

How difficult is Downs Mountain (WY)?

The difficulty score for Downs Mountain (WY) is 18.7 of 100. That is harder than 89.3% of routes at a similar distance. About 55% of the route is runnable at typical trail effort; the rest is steep enough that most runners hike.

What is the longest climb on Downs Mountain (WY)?

The longest climb on Downs Mountain (WY) runs 14.9 miles (23.9 km) and gains 5,558 ft (1,694 m). The steepest climb grade on the route is 37.2%.

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