Hidden Lakes Loop (WI)

Forest County, Wisconsin, United States

16.0 miles (25.7 km) · 1,033 ft elevation gain · Loop · trail · Route

Hidden Lakes Loop (WI) is a 16.0-mile loop route in Forest County, Wisconsin, United States, gaining 991 feet of elevation. The route follows a valley-shaped elevation profile. The terrain breaks into 4 distinct sections including 1 significant climb. The longest climb covers 2.3 miles gaining 236 feet at an average 0.8% grade. Approximately 92% of the route is runnable at a steady effort. The route opens with mixed terrain and finishes with a gradual descent.

Route facts

Distance	16.0 mi (25.7 km)
Elevation gain	1,033 ft (315 m)
Average gain	65 ft per mile (12 m per km)
Longest climb	2.3 mi, 98 ft of gain
Steepest climb grade	14.7%
Runnable	92% of the route
Climbs / descents	1 climbs, 1 descents
Profile shape	Down, then up
Difficulty score	3.7 of 100
Surface	trail
Route shape	Loop
Type	Route

Grade breakdown

Grade band	Share of route
Flat	32%
Mild uphill	28%
Moderate uphill	5%
Steep uphill	1%
Mild downhill	27%
Moderate downhill	4%
Steep downhill	2%

Questions about Hidden Lakes Loop (WI)

How much elevation gain does Hidden Lakes Loop (WI) have?

Hidden Lakes Loop (WI) has 1,033 ft (315 m) of elevation gain over 16.0 miles (25.7 km). That averages 65 ft of gain per mile.

How difficult is Hidden Lakes Loop (WI)?

The difficulty score for Hidden Lakes Loop (WI) is 3.7 of 100. That is harder than 34.3% of routes at a similar distance. About 92% of the route is runnable at typical trail effort; the rest is steep enough that most runners hike.

What is the longest climb on Hidden Lakes Loop (WI)?

The longest climb on Hidden Lakes Loop (WI) runs 2.3 miles (3.8 km) and gains 98 ft (30 m). The steepest climb grade on the route is 14.7%.