Flower Dome Trail

Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest, Washington, United States

18.0 miles (29.0 km) · 4,114 ft elevation gain · Loop · trail · Route

Flower Dome Trail is a 18.0-mile loop route in Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest, Washington, United States, gaining 4,114 feet of elevation. The route follows a valley-shaped elevation profile. The terrain breaks into 3 distinct sections including 2 significant climbs. The longest climb covers 9.2 miles gaining 3,673 feet at an average 11.3% grade. About 68% of the terrain is runnable, with significant hiking sections. The route both opens and finishes with a climb.

Route facts

Distance	18.0 mi (29.0 km)
Elevation gain	4,114 ft (1,254 m)
Average gain	229 ft per mile (43 m per km)
Longest climb	9.2 mi, 3,188 ft of gain
Steepest climb grade	37.9%
Runnable	68% of the route
Climbs / descents	2 climbs, 1 descents
Profile shape	Down, then up
Difficulty score	14.6 of 100
Surface	trail
Route shape	Loop
Type	Route

Grade breakdown

Grade band	Share of route
Flat	10%
Mild uphill	10%
Moderate uphill	11%
Steep uphill	20%
Mild downhill	1%
Moderate downhill	46%
Steep downhill	2%

Questions about Flower Dome Trail

How much elevation gain does Flower Dome Trail have?

Flower Dome Trail has 4,114 ft (1,254 m) of elevation gain over 18.0 miles (29.0 km). That averages 229 ft of gain per mile.

How difficult is Flower Dome Trail?

The difficulty score for Flower Dome Trail is 14.6 of 100. That is harder than 82.6% of routes at a similar distance. About 68% of the route is runnable at typical trail effort; the rest is steep enough that most runners hike.

What is the longest climb on Flower Dome Trail?

The longest climb on Flower Dome Trail runs 9.2 miles (14.9 km) and gains 3,188 ft (972 m). The steepest climb grade on the route is 37.9%.