Franconia Ridge Loop (NH)

Grafton County, New Hampshire, United States

8.0 miles (12.9 km) · 3,862 ft elevation gain · Loop · trail · Route

Route facts

Distance	8.0 mi (12.9 km)
Elevation gain	3,862 ft (1,177 m)
Average gain	481 ft per mile (91 m per km)
Longest climb	3.5 mi, 3,250 ft of gain
Steepest climb grade	46.3%
Runnable	22% of the route
Climbs / descents	2 climbs, 1 descents
Profile shape	Up, then down
Difficulty score	16.6 of 100
Surface	trail
Route shape	Loop
Type	Route

Grade breakdown

Grade band	Share of route
Flat	2%
Mild uphill	5%
Moderate uphill	4%
Steep uphill	36%
Mild downhill	8%
Moderate downhill	8%
Steep downhill	38%

Questions about Franconia Ridge Loop (NH)

How much elevation gain does Franconia Ridge Loop (NH) have?

Franconia Ridge Loop (NH) has 3,862 ft (1,177 m) of elevation gain over 8.0 miles (12.9 km). That averages 481 ft of gain per mile.

How difficult is Franconia Ridge Loop (NH)?

The difficulty score for Franconia Ridge Loop (NH) is 16.6 of 100. That is harder than 88.9% of routes at a similar distance. About 22% of the route is runnable at typical trail effort; the rest is steep enough that most runners hike.

What is the longest climb on Franconia Ridge Loop (NH)?

The longest climb on Franconia Ridge Loop (NH) runs 3.5 miles (5.7 km) and gains 3,250 ft (991 m). The steepest climb grade on the route is 46.3%.