Eagle Creek

Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest, Washington, United States

24.2 miles (38.9 km) · 7,192 ft elevation gain · Loop · Route

Eagle Creek is a 24.2-mile loop route in Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest, Washington, United States, gaining 7,225 feet of elevation. The route follows a up-and-over elevation profile. The terrain breaks into 7 distinct sections including 4 significant climbs. The longest climb covers 9.3 miles gaining 5,322 feet at an average 13.2% grade. Only 39% of the terrain is runnable — expect substantial hiking throughout. The route opens with a climb and finishes with a descent.

Route facts

Distance	24.2 mi (38.9 km)
Elevation gain	7,192 ft (2,192 m)
Average gain	297 ft per mile (56 m per km)
Longest climb	9.3 mi, 5,065 ft of gain
Steepest climb grade	33.5%
Runnable	39% of the route
Climbs / descents	4 climbs, 3 descents
Profile shape	Up, then down
Difficulty score	16.9 of 100
Route shape	Loop
Type	Route

Grade breakdown

Grade band	Share of route
Flat	3%
Mild uphill	14%
Moderate uphill	11%
Steep uphill	25%
Mild downhill	13%
Moderate downhill	10%
Steep downhill	25%

Questions about Eagle Creek

How much elevation gain does Eagle Creek have?

Eagle Creek has 7,192 ft (2,192 m) of elevation gain over 24.2 miles (38.9 km). That averages 297 ft of gain per mile.

How difficult is Eagle Creek?

The difficulty score for Eagle Creek is 16.9 of 100. That is harder than 86.7% of routes at a similar distance. About 39% of the route is runnable at typical trail effort; the rest is steep enough that most runners hike.

What is the longest climb on Eagle Creek?

The longest climb on Eagle Creek runs 9.3 miles (14.9 km) and gains 5,065 ft (1,544 m). The steepest climb grade on the route is 33.5%.