Necklace Valley

Skykomish, Washington, United States

25.2 miles (40.6 km) · 7,128 ft elevation gain · Loop · Route

Route facts

Distance	25.2 mi (40.6 km)
Elevation gain	7,128 ft (2,173 m)
Average gain	283 ft per mile (54 m per km)
Longest climb	8.0 mi, 3,370 ft of gain
Steepest climb grade	44.6%
Runnable	46% of the route
Climbs / descents	4 climbs, 3 descents
Profile shape	Up, then down
Difficulty score	14.1 of 100
Route shape	Loop
Type	Route

Grade breakdown

Grade band	Share of route
Flat	8%
Mild uphill	13%
Moderate uphill	10%
Steep uphill	22%
Mild downhill	19%
Moderate downhill	6%
Steep downhill	22%

Questions about Necklace Valley

How much elevation gain does Necklace Valley have?

Necklace Valley has 7,128 ft (2,173 m) of elevation gain over 25.2 miles (40.6 km). That averages 283 ft of gain per mile.

How difficult is Necklace Valley?

The difficulty score for Necklace Valley is 14.1 of 100. That is harder than 85.2% of routes at a similar distance. About 46% of the route is runnable at typical trail effort; the rest is steep enough that most runners hike.

What is the longest climb on Necklace Valley?

The longest climb on Necklace Valley runs 8.0 miles (12.9 km) and gains 3,370 ft (1,027 m). The steepest climb grade on the route is 44.6%.