Little Tahoma Peak (WA)

Pierce County, Washington, United States

14.2 miles (22.8 km) · 7,322 ft elevation gain · Loop · trail · Route

Little Tahoma Peak (WA) is a 14.2-mile loop route in Pierce County, Washington, United States, gaining 7,314 feet of elevation. The route follows a up-and-over elevation profile. The terrain breaks into 2 distinct sections including 1 significant climb. The longest climb covers 7.1 miles gaining 7,280 feet at an average 19.0% grade. Only 27% of the terrain is runnable — expect substantial hiking throughout. The route opens with a climb and finishes with a descent.

Route facts

Distance	14.2 mi (22.8 km)
Elevation gain	7,322 ft (2,232 m)
Average gain	517 ft per mile (98 m per km)
Longest climb	7.1 mi, 7,289 ft of gain
Steepest climb grade	85.9%
Runnable	27% of the route
Climbs / descents	1 climbs, 1 descents
Profile shape	Up, then down
Difficulty score	20.7 of 100
Surface	trail
Route shape	Loop
Type	Route

Grade breakdown

Grade band	Share of route
Flat	2%
Mild uphill	8%
Moderate uphill	8%
Steep uphill	33%
Mild downhill	7%
Moderate downhill	10%
Steep downhill	32%

Questions about Little Tahoma Peak (WA)

How much elevation gain does Little Tahoma Peak (WA) have?

Little Tahoma Peak (WA) has 7,322 ft (2,232 m) of elevation gain over 14.2 miles (22.8 km). That averages 517 ft of gain per mile.

How difficult is Little Tahoma Peak (WA)?

The difficulty score for Little Tahoma Peak (WA) is 20.7 of 100. That is harder than 91.5% of routes at a similar distance. About 27% of the route is runnable at typical trail effort; the rest is steep enough that most runners hike.

What is the longest climb on Little Tahoma Peak (WA)?

The longest climb on Little Tahoma Peak (WA) runs 7.1 miles (11.4 km) and gains 7,289 ft (2,222 m). The steepest climb grade on the route is 85.9%.