Moose Mountain Traverse (NH)

Grafton County, New Hampshire, United States

19.8 miles (31.8 km) · 4,376 ft elevation gain · Loop · trail · Route

Moose Mountain Traverse (NH) is a 19.8-mile loop route in Grafton County, New Hampshire, United States, gaining 4,394 feet of elevation. The route follows a rolling elevation profile. The terrain breaks into 6 distinct sections including 3 significant climbs. The longest climb covers 5.8 miles gaining 1,262 feet at an average 15.2% grade. About 52% of the terrain is runnable, with significant hiking sections. The route opens with a climb and finishes with a descent.

Route facts

Distance	19.8 mi (31.8 km)
Elevation gain	4,376 ft (1,334 m)
Average gain	221 ft per mile (42 m per km)
Longest climb	4.9 mi, 297 ft of gain
Steepest climb grade	29.3%
Runnable	52% of the route
Climbs / descents	3 climbs, 3 descents
Profile shape	Rolling
Difficulty score	10.6 of 100
Surface	trail
Route shape	Loop
Type	Route

Grade breakdown

Grade band	Share of route
Flat	8%
Mild uphill	20%
Moderate uphill	9%
Steep uphill	19%
Mild downhill	17%
Moderate downhill	8%
Steep downhill	20%

Questions about Moose Mountain Traverse (NH)

How much elevation gain does Moose Mountain Traverse (NH) have?

Moose Mountain Traverse (NH) has 4,376 ft (1,334 m) of elevation gain over 19.8 miles (31.8 km). That averages 221 ft of gain per mile.

How difficult is Moose Mountain Traverse (NH)?

The difficulty score for Moose Mountain Traverse (NH) is 10.6 of 100. That is harder than 71.7% of routes at a similar distance. About 52% of the route is runnable at typical trail effort; the rest is steep enough that most runners hike.

What is the longest climb on Moose Mountain Traverse (NH)?

The longest climb on Moose Mountain Traverse (NH) runs 4.9 miles (7.9 km) and gains 297 ft (90 m). The steepest climb grade on the route is 29.3%.