Mt Carrigain Loop (NH)

Grafton County, New Hampshire, United States

13.2 miles (21.2 km) · 3,825 ft elevation gain · Loop · trail · Route

Mt Carrigain Loop (NH) is a 13.2-mile loop route in Grafton County, New Hampshire, United States, gaining 3,812 feet of elevation. The route follows a up-and-over elevation profile. The terrain breaks into 5 distinct sections including 3 significant climbs. The longest climb covers 3.9 miles gaining 1,254 feet at an average 25.9% grade. About 53% of the terrain is runnable, with significant hiking sections. The route opens with a climb and finishes with a descent.

Route facts

Distance	13.2 mi (21.2 km)
Elevation gain	3,825 ft (1,166 m)
Average gain	290 ft per mile (55 m per km)
Longest climb	8.2 mi, 3,242 ft of gain
Steepest climb grade	49.3%
Runnable	53% of the route
Climbs / descents	3 climbs, 2 descents
Profile shape	Up, then down
Difficulty score	11.2 of 100
Surface	trail
Route shape	Loop
Type	Route

Grade breakdown

Grade band	Share of route
Flat	6%
Mild uphill	22%
Moderate uphill	6%
Steep uphill	18%
Mild downhill	19%
Moderate downhill	6%
Steep downhill	22%

Questions about Mt Carrigain Loop (NH)

How much elevation gain does Mt Carrigain Loop (NH) have?

Mt Carrigain Loop (NH) has 3,825 ft (1,166 m) of elevation gain over 13.2 miles (21.2 km). That averages 290 ft of gain per mile.

How difficult is Mt Carrigain Loop (NH)?

The difficulty score for Mt Carrigain Loop (NH) is 11.2 of 100. That is harder than 73.9% of routes at a similar distance. About 53% of the route is runnable at typical trail effort; the rest is steep enough that most runners hike.

What is the longest climb on Mt Carrigain Loop (NH)?

The longest climb on Mt Carrigain Loop (NH) runs 8.2 miles (13.2 km) and gains 3,242 ft (988 m). The steepest climb grade on the route is 49.3%.