Ellis Peak

Foresthill, California, United States

14.1 miles (22.7 km) · 2,494 ft elevation gain · Loop · Route

Route facts

Distance	14.1 mi (22.7 km)
Elevation gain	2,494 ft (760 m)
Average gain	177 ft per mile (34 m per km)
Longest climb	4.2 mi, 1,500 ft of gain
Steepest climb grade	29.1%
Runnable	63% of the route
Climbs / descents	2 climbs, 3 descents
Profile shape	Rolling
Difficulty score	13.2 of 100
Route shape	Loop
Type	Route

Grade breakdown

Grade band	Share of route
Flat	15%
Mild uphill	22%
Moderate uphill	13%
Steep uphill	11%
Mild downhill	18%
Moderate downhill	7%
Steep downhill	14%

Questions about Ellis Peak

How much elevation gain does Ellis Peak have?

Ellis Peak has 2,494 ft (760 m) of elevation gain over 14.1 miles (22.7 km). That averages 177 ft of gain per mile.

How difficult is Ellis Peak?

The difficulty score for Ellis Peak is 13.2 of 100. That is harder than 79.5% of routes at a similar distance. About 63% of the route is runnable at typical trail effort; the rest is steep enough that most runners hike.

What is the longest climb on Ellis Peak?

The longest climb on Ellis Peak runs 4.2 miles (6.8 km) and gains 1,500 ft (457 m). The steepest climb grade on the route is 29.1%.