Mount Deception (WA)

Jefferson County, Washington, United States

22.3 miles (35.9 km) · 5,936 ft elevation gain · Loop · trail · Route

Mount Deception (WA) is a 22.3-mile loop route in Jefferson County, Washington, United States, gaining 5,958 feet of elevation. The route follows a up-and-over elevation profile. The terrain breaks into 3 distinct sections including 1 significant climb. The longest climb covers 11.0 miles gaining 5,568 feet at an average 8.6% grade. About 50% of the terrain is runnable, with significant hiking sections. The route opens with a climb and finishes with flat terrain.

Route facts

Distance	22.3 mi (35.9 km)
Elevation gain	5,936 ft (1,809 m)
Average gain	266 ft per mile (50 m per km)
Longest climb	11.0 mi, 4,993 ft of gain
Steepest climb grade	35.6%
Runnable	50% of the route
Climbs / descents	1 climbs, 1 descents
Profile shape	Up, then down
Difficulty score	14.9 of 100
Surface	trail
Route shape	Loop
Type	Route

Grade breakdown

Grade band	Share of route
Flat	8%
Mild uphill	15%
Moderate uphill	9%
Steep uphill	22%
Mild downhill	16%
Moderate downhill	11%
Steep downhill	19%

Questions about Mount Deception (WA)

How much elevation gain does Mount Deception (WA) have?

Mount Deception (WA) has 5,936 ft (1,809 m) of elevation gain over 22.3 miles (35.9 km). That averages 266 ft of gain per mile.

How difficult is Mount Deception (WA)?

The difficulty score for Mount Deception (WA) is 14.9 of 100. That is harder than 83.2% of routes at a similar distance. About 50% of the route is runnable at typical trail effort; the rest is steep enough that most runners hike.

What is the longest climb on Mount Deception (WA)?

The longest climb on Mount Deception (WA) runs 11.0 miles (17.7 km) and gains 4,993 ft (1,522 m). The steepest climb grade on the route is 35.6%.