Lassen to Brokeoff Ridge Traverse (CA)

Shasta County, California, United States

17.9 miles (28.9 km) · 6,983 ft elevation gain · Loop · trail · Route

Route facts

Distance	17.9 mi (28.9 km)
Elevation gain	6,983 ft (2,128 m)
Average gain	389 ft per mile (74 m per km)
Longest climb	3.1 mi, 2,045 ft of gain
Steepest climb grade	41%
Runnable	30% of the route
Climbs / descents	2 climbs, 2 descents
Profile shape	Up, then down
Difficulty score	19.1 of 100
Surface	trail
Route shape	Loop
Type	Route

Grade breakdown

Grade band	Share of route
Flat	1%
Mild uphill	14%
Moderate uphill	5%
Steep uphill	34%
Mild downhill	6%
Moderate downhill	9%
Steep downhill	31%

Questions about Lassen to Brokeoff Ridge Traverse (CA)

How much elevation gain does Lassen to Brokeoff Ridge Traverse (CA) have?

Lassen to Brokeoff Ridge Traverse (CA) has 6,983 ft (2,128 m) of elevation gain over 17.9 miles (28.9 km). That averages 389 ft of gain per mile.

How difficult is Lassen to Brokeoff Ridge Traverse (CA)?

The difficulty score for Lassen to Brokeoff Ridge Traverse (CA) is 19.1 of 100. That is harder than 91.6% of routes at a similar distance. About 30% of the route is runnable at typical trail effort; the rest is steep enough that most runners hike.

What is the longest climb on Lassen to Brokeoff Ridge Traverse (CA)?

The longest climb on Lassen to Brokeoff Ridge Traverse (CA) runs 3.1 miles (5.0 km) and gains 2,045 ft (623 m). The steepest climb grade on the route is 41%.