Grindstone Loop via Ladies Pass

Leavenworth, Washington, United States

22.8 miles (36.6 km) · 5,990 ft elevation gain · Loop · Route

Route facts

Distance	22.8 mi (36.6 km)
Elevation gain	5,990 ft (1,826 m)
Average gain	263 ft per mile (50 m per km)
Longest climb	6.0 mi, 4,431 ft of gain
Steepest climb grade	40.1%
Runnable	53% of the route
Climbs / descents	2 climbs, 3 descents
Profile shape	Rolling
Difficulty score	9.7 of 100
Route shape	Loop
Type	Route

Grade breakdown

Grade band	Share of route
Flat	9%
Mild uphill	14%
Moderate uphill	7%
Steep uphill	18%
Mild downhill	19%
Moderate downhill	10%
Steep downhill	22%

Questions about Grindstone Loop via Ladies Pass

How much elevation gain does Grindstone Loop via Ladies Pass have?

Grindstone Loop via Ladies Pass has 5,990 ft (1,826 m) of elevation gain over 22.8 miles (36.6 km). That averages 263 ft of gain per mile.

How difficult is Grindstone Loop via Ladies Pass?

The difficulty score for Grindstone Loop via Ladies Pass is 9.7 of 100. That is harder than 73.3% of routes at a similar distance. About 53% of the route is runnable at typical trail effort; the rest is steep enough that most runners hike.

What is the longest climb on Grindstone Loop via Ladies Pass?

The longest climb on Grindstone Loop via Ladies Pass runs 6.0 miles (9.7 km) and gains 4,431 ft (1,351 m). The steepest climb grade on the route is 40.1%.