Grouse Ridge Trail

Nevada City, California, United States

15.5 miles (24.9 km) · 2,563 ft elevation gain · Loop · Route

Route facts

Distance	15.5 mi (24.9 km)
Elevation gain	2,563 ft (781 m)
Average gain	166 ft per mile (31 m per km)
Longest climb	3.1 mi, 755 ft of gain
Steepest climb grade	21.9%
Runnable	67% of the route
Climbs / descents	2 climbs, 3 descents
Profile shape	Rolling
Difficulty score	11.9 of 100
Route shape	Loop
Type	Route

Grade breakdown

Grade band	Share of route
Flat	12%
Mild uphill	25%
Moderate uphill	10%
Steep uphill	11%
Mild downhill	18%
Moderate downhill	13%
Steep downhill	11%

Questions about Grouse Ridge Trail

How much elevation gain does Grouse Ridge Trail have?

Grouse Ridge Trail has 2,563 ft (781 m) of elevation gain over 15.5 miles (24.9 km). That averages 166 ft of gain per mile.

How difficult is Grouse Ridge Trail?

The difficulty score for Grouse Ridge Trail is 11.9 of 100. That is harder than 76.1% of routes at a similar distance. About 67% of the route is runnable at typical trail effort; the rest is steep enough that most runners hike.

What is the longest climb on Grouse Ridge Trail?

The longest climb on Grouse Ridge Trail runs 3.1 miles (5.0 km) and gains 755 ft (230 m). The steepest climb grade on the route is 21.9%.