Miners Ridge Trail

Mount Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest, Washington, United States

15.3 miles (24.6 km) · 4,639 ft elevation gain · Loop · trail · Route

Miners Ridge Trail is a 15.3-mile loop route in Mount Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest, Washington, United States, gaining 4,639 feet of elevation. The route follows a rolling elevation profile. The terrain breaks into 5 distinct sections including 2 significant climbs. The longest climb covers 3.7 miles gaining 712 feet at an average 31.0% grade. About 55% of the terrain is runnable, with significant hiking sections. The route opens with flat terrain and finishes with a climb.

Route facts

Distance	15.3 mi (24.6 km)
Elevation gain	4,639 ft (1,414 m)
Average gain	304 ft per mile (58 m per km)
Longest climb	9.8 mi, 760 ft of gain
Steepest climb grade	34.9%
Runnable	55% of the route
Climbs / descents	2 climbs, 2 descents
Profile shape	Rolling
Difficulty score	11.7 of 100
Surface	trail
Route shape	Loop
Type	Route

Grade breakdown

Grade band	Share of route
Flat	21%
Mild uphill	19%
Moderate uphill	4%
Steep uphill	16%
Mild downhill	9%
Moderate downhill	6%
Steep downhill	26%

Questions about Miners Ridge Trail

How much elevation gain does Miners Ridge Trail have?

Miners Ridge Trail has 4,639 ft (1,414 m) of elevation gain over 15.3 miles (24.6 km). That averages 304 ft of gain per mile.

How difficult is Miners Ridge Trail?

The difficulty score for Miners Ridge Trail is 11.7 of 100. That is harder than 75.5% of routes at a similar distance. About 55% of the route is runnable at typical trail effort; the rest is steep enough that most runners hike.

What is the longest climb on Miners Ridge Trail?

The longest climb on Miners Ridge Trail runs 9.8 miles (15.8 km) and gains 760 ft (232 m). The steepest climb grade on the route is 34.9%.