Kachina Peaks Traverse

Coconino County, Arizona, United States

12.2 miles (19.7 km) · 6,292 ft elevation gain · Loop · trail · Route

Route facts

Distance	12.2 mi (19.7 km)
Elevation gain	6,292 ft (1,918 m)
Average gain	515 ft per mile (98 m per km)
Longest climb	3.3 mi, 2,856 ft of gain
Steepest climb grade	57.6%
Runnable	21% of the route
Climbs / descents	3 climbs, 2 descents
Profile shape	Up, then down
Difficulty score	23.7 of 100
Surface	trail
Route shape	Loop
Type	Route

Grade breakdown

Grade band	Share of route
Flat	4%
Mild uphill	2%
Moderate uphill	11%
Steep uphill	37%
Mild downhill	2%
Moderate downhill	12%
Steep downhill	31%

Questions about Kachina Peaks Traverse

How much elevation gain does Kachina Peaks Traverse have?

Kachina Peaks Traverse has 6,292 ft (1,918 m) of elevation gain over 12.2 miles (19.7 km). That averages 515 ft of gain per mile.

How difficult is Kachina Peaks Traverse?

The difficulty score for Kachina Peaks Traverse is 23.7 of 100. That is harder than 93.9% of routes at a similar distance. About 21% of the route is runnable at typical trail effort; the rest is steep enough that most runners hike.

What is the longest climb on Kachina Peaks Traverse?

The longest climb on Kachina Peaks Traverse runs 3.3 miles (5.2 km) and gains 2,856 ft (870 m). The steepest climb grade on the route is 57.6%.