Paulina Lake Loop

La Pine, Oregon, United States

19.4 miles (31.3 km) · 3,380 ft elevation gain · Loop · Route

Route facts

Distance	19.4 mi (31.3 km)
Elevation gain	3,380 ft (1,030 m)
Average gain	174 ft per mile (33 m per km)
Longest climb	4.1 mi, 1,094 ft of gain
Steepest climb grade	20.9%
Runnable	61% of the route
Climbs / descents	2 climbs, 3 descents
Profile shape	Rolling
Difficulty score	14.3 of 100
Route shape	Loop
Type	Route

Grade breakdown

Grade band	Share of route
Flat	27%
Mild uphill	14%
Moderate uphill	20%
Steep uphill	7%
Mild downhill	7%
Moderate downhill	13%
Steep downhill	12%

Questions about Paulina Lake Loop

How much elevation gain does Paulina Lake Loop have?

Paulina Lake Loop has 3,380 ft (1,030 m) of elevation gain over 19.4 miles (31.3 km). That averages 174 ft of gain per mile.

How difficult is Paulina Lake Loop?

The difficulty score for Paulina Lake Loop is 14.3 of 100. That is harder than 81.8% of routes at a similar distance. About 61% of the route is runnable at typical trail effort; the rest is steep enough that most runners hike.

What is the longest climb on Paulina Lake Loop?

The longest climb on Paulina Lake Loop runs 4.1 miles (6.6 km) and gains 1,094 ft (334 m). The steepest climb grade on the route is 20.9%.