Hinckley Ridge

Aptos, California, United States

16.0 miles (25.7 km) · 3,225 ft elevation gain · Loop · Route

Route facts

Distance	16.0 mi (25.7 km)
Elevation gain	3,225 ft (983 m)
Average gain	202 ft per mile (38 m per km)
Longest climb	3.7 mi, 706 ft of gain
Steepest climb grade	32.1%
Runnable	58% of the route
Climbs / descents	2 climbs, 2 descents
Profile shape	Up, then down
Difficulty score	9.6 of 100
Route shape	Loop
Type	Route

Grade breakdown

Grade band	Share of route
Flat	11%
Mild uphill	17%
Moderate uphill	10%
Steep uphill	15%
Mild downhill	20%
Moderate downhill	9%
Steep downhill	17%

Questions about Hinckley Ridge

How much elevation gain does Hinckley Ridge have?

Hinckley Ridge has 3,225 ft (983 m) of elevation gain over 16.0 miles (25.7 km). That averages 202 ft of gain per mile.

How difficult is Hinckley Ridge?

The difficulty score for Hinckley Ridge is 9.6 of 100. That is harder than 68.2% of routes at a similar distance. About 58% of the route is runnable at typical trail effort; the rest is steep enough that most runners hike.

What is the longest climb on Hinckley Ridge?

The longest climb on Hinckley Ridge runs 3.7 miles (6.0 km) and gains 706 ft (215 m). The steepest climb grade on the route is 32.1%.