Mt Hancock loop (NH)

Grafton County, New Hampshire, United States

8.9 miles (14.3 km) · 2,631 ft elevation gain · Loop · trail · Route

Mt Hancock loop (NH) is a 8.9-mile loop route in Grafton County, New Hampshire, United States, gaining 2,631 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 4.0 miles gaining 2,385 feet at an average 10.9% 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	8.9 mi (14.3 km)
Elevation gain	2,631 ft (802 m)
Average gain	295 ft per mile (56 m per km)
Longest climb	4.0 mi, 2,283 ft of gain
Steepest climb grade	54%
Runnable	52% of the route
Climbs / descents	1 climbs, 2 descents
Profile shape	Up, then down
Difficulty score	13.7 of 100
Surface	trail
Route shape	Loop
Type	Route

Grade breakdown

Grade band	Share of route
Flat	19%
Mild uphill	11%
Moderate uphill	14%
Steep uphill	17%
Mild downhill	8%
Moderate downhill	14%
Steep downhill	17%

Questions about Mt Hancock loop (NH)

How much elevation gain does Mt Hancock loop (NH) have?

Mt Hancock loop (NH) has 2,631 ft (802 m) of elevation gain over 8.9 miles (14.3 km). That averages 295 ft of gain per mile.

How difficult is Mt Hancock loop (NH)?

The difficulty score for Mt Hancock loop (NH) is 13.7 of 100. That is harder than 80.7% 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 Mt Hancock loop (NH)?

The longest climb on Mt Hancock loop (NH) runs 4.0 miles (6.4 km) and gains 2,283 ft (696 m). The steepest climb grade on the route is 54%.