Goat Lake Loop Trail (Snowgrass Flats)

Lewis County, Washington, United States

14.3 miles (23.0 km) · 3,052 ft elevation gain · Loop · trail · Route

Goat Lake Loop Trail (Snowgrass Flats) is a 14.3-mile loop route in Lewis County, Washington, United States, gaining 3,070 feet of elevation. The route follows a up-and-over elevation profile. The terrain breaks into 5 distinct sections including 2 significant climbs. The longest climb covers 3.7 miles gaining 1,623 feet at an average 8.2% grade. About 51% of the terrain is runnable, with significant hiking sections. The route opens with mixed terrain and finishes with a descent.

Route facts

Distance	14.3 mi (23.0 km)
Elevation gain	3,052 ft (930 m)
Average gain	213 ft per mile (40 m per km)
Longest climb	6.1 mi, 2,134 ft of gain
Steepest climb grade	23.2%
Runnable	51% of the route
Climbs / descents	2 climbs, 2 descents
Profile shape	Up, then down
Difficulty score	14.3 of 100
Surface	trail
Route shape	Loop
Type	Route

Grade breakdown

Grade band	Share of route
Flat	7%
Mild uphill	18%
Moderate uphill	14%
Steep uphill	16%
Mild downhill	19%
Moderate downhill	7%
Steep downhill	18%

Questions about Goat Lake Loop Trail (Snowgrass Flats)

How much elevation gain does Goat Lake Loop Trail (Snowgrass Flats) have?

Goat Lake Loop Trail (Snowgrass Flats) has 3,052 ft (930 m) of elevation gain over 14.3 miles (23.0 km). That averages 213 ft of gain per mile.

How difficult is Goat Lake Loop Trail (Snowgrass Flats)?

The difficulty score for Goat Lake Loop Trail (Snowgrass Flats) is 14.3 of 100. That is harder than 81.9% of routes at a similar distance. About 51% of the route is runnable at typical trail effort; the rest is steep enough that most runners hike.

What is the longest climb on Goat Lake Loop Trail (Snowgrass Flats)?

The longest climb on Goat Lake Loop Trail (Snowgrass Flats) runs 6.1 miles (9.9 km) and gains 2,134 ft (650 m). The steepest climb grade on the route is 23.2%.