Lochsa Peak Loop

Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests, Idaho, United States

23.3 miles (37.6 km) · 6,774 ft elevation gain · Loop · Route

Lochsa Peak Loop is a 23.3 mile loop route located in Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests, Idaho, United States. The route climbs 6,774 feet and descends 6,727 feet. The longest climb spans 4.6 miles with 3,307 feet of gain. Elevation gain averages 354 feet per mile. 39% of the route can be run, with walking required on steeper grades. The course features mountainous terrain. The course difficulty of 19.8 puts it in the top 13.8% of challenging routes at this distance. This route serves runners seeking varied terrain.

Route facts

Distance	23.3 mi (37.6 km)
Elevation gain	6,774 ft (2,065 m)
Average gain	290 ft per mile (55 m per km)
Longest climb	8.8 mi, 4,679 ft of gain
Steepest climb grade	34.5%
Runnable	39% of the route
Climbs / descents	2 climbs, 3 descents
Profile shape	Up, then down
Difficulty score	16.3 of 100
Route shape	Loop
Type	Route

Grade breakdown

Grade band	Share of route
Flat	16%
Mild uphill	8%
Moderate uphill	10%
Steep uphill	24%
Mild downhill	6%
Moderate downhill	9%
Steep downhill	27%

Questions about Lochsa Peak Loop

How much elevation gain does Lochsa Peak Loop have?

Lochsa Peak Loop has 6,774 ft (2,065 m) of elevation gain over 23.3 miles (37.6 km). That averages 290 ft of gain per mile.

How difficult is Lochsa Peak Loop?

The difficulty score for Lochsa Peak Loop is 16.3 of 100. That is harder than 85.7% of routes at a similar distance. About 39% of the route is runnable at typical trail effort; the rest is steep enough that most runners hike.

What is the longest climb on Lochsa Peak Loop?

The longest climb on Lochsa Peak Loop runs 8.8 miles (14.1 km) and gains 4,679 ft (1,426 m). The steepest climb grade on the route is 34.5%.