Orcas Island 50k

San Juan County, Washington, United States

30.8 miles (49.5 km) · 7,412 ft elevation gain · Lollipop · Race

Route facts

Distance	30.8 mi (49.5 km)
Elevation gain	7,412 ft (2,259 m)
Average gain	241 ft per mile (46 m per km)
Longest climb	6.3 mi, 1,382 ft of gain
Steepest climb grade	37.5%
Runnable	51% of the route
Climbs / descents	4 climbs, 3 descents
Profile shape	Up, then down
Difficulty score	12 of 100
Route shape	Lollipop
Type	Race

Grade breakdown

Grade band	Share of route
Flat	6%
Mild uphill	16%
Moderate uphill	11%
Steep uphill	19%
Mild downhill	17%
Moderate downhill	13%
Steep downhill	19%

Questions about Orcas Island 50k

How much elevation gain does Orcas Island 50k have?

Orcas Island 50k has 7,412 ft (2,259 m) of elevation gain over 30.8 miles (49.5 km). That averages 241 ft of gain per mile.

How difficult is Orcas Island 50k?

The difficulty score for Orcas Island 50k is 12 of 100. That is harder than 76.3% of routes at a similar distance. About 51% of the route is runnable at typical trail effort; the rest is steep enough that most runners hike.

What is the longest climb on Orcas Island 50k?

The longest climb on Orcas Island 50k runs 6.3 miles (10.2 km) and gains 1,382 ft (421 m). The steepest climb grade on the route is 37.5%.