Phelps Creek Trail

Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest, Washington, United States

12.4 miles (19.9 km) · 2,843 ft elevation gain · Loop · trail · Route

Phelps Creek Trail is a 12.4-mile loop route in Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest, Washington, United States, gaining 2,843 feet of elevation. The route follows a up-and-over elevation profile. The terrain breaks into 2 distinct sections including 1 significant climb. The longest climb covers 6.5 miles gaining 2,855 feet at an average 7.4% grade. Approximately 73% of the route is runnable at a steady effort. The route opens with a climb and finishes with a descent.

Route facts

Distance	12.4 mi (19.9 km)
Elevation gain	2,843 ft (867 m)
Average gain	230 ft per mile (43 m per km)
Longest climb	6.2 mi, 2,634 ft of gain
Steepest climb grade	38.5%
Runnable	73% of the route
Climbs / descents	1 climbs, 1 descents
Profile shape	Up, then down
Difficulty score	12.8 of 100
Surface	trail
Route shape	Loop
Type	Route

Grade breakdown

Grade band	Share of route
Flat	16%
Mild uphill	8%
Moderate uphill	8%
Steep uphill	17%
Mild downhill	1%
Moderate downhill	48%
Steep downhill	3%

Questions about Phelps Creek Trail

How much elevation gain does Phelps Creek Trail have?

Phelps Creek Trail has 2,843 ft (867 m) of elevation gain over 12.4 miles (19.9 km). That averages 230 ft of gain per mile.

How difficult is Phelps Creek Trail?

The difficulty score for Phelps Creek Trail is 12.8 of 100. That is harder than 78.5% of routes at a similar distance. About 73% of the route is runnable at typical trail effort; the rest is steep enough that most runners hike.

What is the longest climb on Phelps Creek Trail?

The longest climb on Phelps Creek Trail runs 6.2 miles (9.9 km) and gains 2,634 ft (803 m). The steepest climb grade on the route is 38.5%.