Old Rag & Roberts Mountain Linkup

Madison County, Virginia, United States

12.1 miles (19.5 km) · 3,886 ft elevation gain · Loop · trail · Route

Old Rag & Roberts Mountain Linkup is a 12.1-mile loop route in Madison County, Virginia, United States, gaining 3,976 feet of elevation. The route follows a up-and-over elevation profile. The terrain breaks into 5 distinct sections including 2 significant climbs. The longest climb covers 3.3 miles gaining 2,310 feet at an average 12.8% grade. Only 27% of the terrain is runnable — expect substantial hiking throughout. The route opens with a climb and finishes with a descent.

Route facts

Distance	12.1 mi (19.5 km)
Elevation gain	3,886 ft (1,185 m)
Average gain	322 ft per mile (61 m per km)
Longest climb	3.3 mi, 2,241 ft of gain
Steepest climb grade	41%
Runnable	28% of the route
Climbs / descents	2 climbs, 2 descents
Profile shape	Rolling
Difficulty score	15.9 of 100
Surface	trail
Route shape	Loop
Type	Route

Grade breakdown

Grade band	Share of route
Flat	3%
Mild uphill	6%
Moderate uphill	11%
Steep uphill	32%
Mild downhill	10%
Moderate downhill	9%
Steep downhill	29%

Questions about Old Rag & Roberts Mountain Linkup

How much elevation gain does Old Rag & Roberts Mountain Linkup have?

Old Rag & Roberts Mountain Linkup has 3,886 ft (1,185 m) of elevation gain over 12.1 miles (19.5 km). That averages 322 ft of gain per mile.

How difficult is Old Rag & Roberts Mountain Linkup?

The difficulty score for Old Rag & Roberts Mountain Linkup is 15.9 of 100. That is harder than 85.1% of routes at a similar distance. About 28% of the route is runnable at typical trail effort; the rest is steep enough that most runners hike.

What is the longest climb on Old Rag & Roberts Mountain Linkup?

The longest climb on Old Rag & Roberts Mountain Linkup runs 3.3 miles (5.3 km) and gains 2,241 ft (683 m). The steepest climb grade on the route is 41%.