Pemigewasset Loop (NH)

Grafton County, New Hampshire, United States

28.2 miles (45.4 km) · 7,607 ft elevation gain · Loop · trail · Route

Pemigewasset Loop (NH) is a 28.2-mile loop route in Grafton County, New Hampshire, United States, gaining 7,607 feet of elevation. The route follows a up-and-over elevation profile. The terrain breaks into 8 distinct sections including 3 significant climbs. The longest climb covers 9.9 miles gaining 3,626 feet at an average 13.6% grade. About 50% of the terrain is runnable, with significant hiking sections. The route opens with a climb and finishes with a descent.

Route facts

Distance	28.2 mi (45.4 km)
Elevation gain	7,607 ft (2,319 m)
Average gain	270 ft per mile (51 m per km)
Longest climb	9.9 mi, 3,459 ft of gain
Steepest climb grade	44.2%
Runnable	50% of the route
Climbs / descents	3 climbs, 4 descents
Profile shape	Up, then down
Difficulty score	13.6 of 100
Surface	trail
Route shape	Loop
Type	Route

Grade breakdown

Grade band	Share of route
Flat	5%
Mild uphill	25%
Moderate uphill	7%
Steep uphill	22%
Mild downhill	13%
Moderate downhill	7%
Steep downhill	22%

Questions about Pemigewasset Loop (NH)

How much elevation gain does Pemigewasset Loop (NH) have?

Pemigewasset Loop (NH) has 7,607 ft (2,319 m) of elevation gain over 28.2 miles (45.4 km). That averages 270 ft of gain per mile.

How difficult is Pemigewasset Loop (NH)?

The difficulty score for Pemigewasset Loop (NH) is 13.6 of 100. That is harder than 80.4% of routes at a similar distance. About 50% of the route is runnable at typical trail effort; the rest is steep enough that most runners hike.

What is the longest climb on Pemigewasset Loop (NH)?

The longest climb on Pemigewasset Loop (NH) runs 9.9 miles (15.9 km) and gains 3,459 ft (1,054 m). The steepest climb grade on the route is 44.2%.