Larch Mountain (WA)

Clark County, Washington, United States

21.0 miles (33.7 km) · 3,439 ft elevation gain · Loop · trail · Route

Larch Mountain (WA) is a 21.0-mile loop route in Clark County, Washington, United States, gaining 3,430 feet of elevation. The route follows a up-and-over elevation profile. The terrain breaks into 4 distinct sections including 2 significant climbs. The longest climb covers 8.5 miles gaining 2,973 feet at an average 6.4% grade. About 63% of the terrain is runnable, with significant hiking sections. The route opens with a climb and finishes with a descent.

Route facts

Distance	21.0 mi (33.7 km)
Elevation gain	3,439 ft (1,048 m)
Average gain	164 ft per mile (31 m per km)
Longest climb	10.5 mi, 3,028 ft of gain
Steepest climb grade	16%
Runnable	63% of the route
Climbs / descents	2 climbs, 2 descents
Profile shape	Up, then down
Difficulty score	10.4 of 100
Surface	trail
Route shape	Loop
Type	Route

Grade breakdown

Grade band	Share of route
Flat	12%
Mild uphill	19%
Moderate uphill	13%
Steep uphill	12%
Mild downhill	19%
Moderate downhill	13%
Steep downhill	12%

Questions about Larch Mountain (WA)

How much elevation gain does Larch Mountain (WA) have?

Larch Mountain (WA) has 3,439 ft (1,048 m) of elevation gain over 21.0 miles (33.7 km). That averages 164 ft of gain per mile.

How difficult is Larch Mountain (WA)?

The difficulty score for Larch Mountain (WA) is 10.4 of 100. That is harder than 71% of routes at a similar distance. About 63% of the route is runnable at typical trail effort; the rest is steep enough that most runners hike.

What is the longest climb on Larch Mountain (WA)?

The longest climb on Larch Mountain (WA) runs 10.5 miles (17.0 km) and gains 3,028 ft (923 m). The steepest climb grade on the route is 16%.