Larch Mountain

Yacolt, Washington, United States

16.0 miles (25.7 km) · 3,479 ft elevation gain · Loop · Route

Larch Mountain is a 16.0-mile loop route in Yacolt, Washington, United States, gaining 3,491 feet of elevation. The route follows a valley-shaped elevation profile. The terrain breaks into 5 distinct sections including 2 significant climbs. The longest climb covers 3.7 miles gaining 1,989 feet at an average 10.0% grade. About 56% of the terrain is runnable, with significant hiking sections. The route both opens and finishes with a descent.

Route facts

Distance	16.0 mi (25.7 km)
Elevation gain	3,479 ft (1,061 m)
Average gain	218 ft per mile (41 m per km)
Longest climb	9.0 mi, 2,418 ft of gain
Steepest climb grade	23.5%
Runnable	56% of the route
Climbs / descents	2 climbs, 3 descents
Profile shape	Down, then up
Difficulty score	11.8 of 100
Route shape	Loop
Type	Route

Grade breakdown

Grade band	Share of route
Flat	8%
Mild uphill	12%
Moderate uphill	7%
Steep uphill	22%
Mild downhill	20%
Moderate downhill	16%
Steep downhill	15%

Questions about Larch Mountain

How much elevation gain does Larch Mountain have?

Larch Mountain has 3,479 ft (1,061 m) of elevation gain over 16.0 miles (25.7 km). That averages 218 ft of gain per mile.

How difficult is Larch Mountain?

The difficulty score for Larch Mountain is 11.8 of 100. That is harder than 75.7% of routes at a similar distance. About 56% 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?

The longest climb on Larch Mountain runs 9.0 miles (14.5 km) and gains 2,418 ft (737 m). The steepest climb grade on the route is 23.5%.