Rattlesnake Trail > Spring Gulch

Lolo National Forest, Montana, United States

10.7 miles (17.2 km) · 1,941 ft elevation gain · Loop · Route

Rattlesnake Trail > Spring Gulch is a 10.7-mile loop route in Lolo National Forest, Montana, United States, gaining 1,944 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 3.9 miles gaining 940 feet at an average 11.8% grade. About 63% of the terrain is runnable, with significant hiking sections. The route opens with a climb and finishes with flat terrain.

Route facts

Distance	10.7 mi (17.2 km)
Elevation gain	1,941 ft (592 m)
Average gain	182 ft per mile (34 m per km)
Longest climb	6.5 mi, 1,362 ft of gain
Steepest climb grade	18.2%
Runnable	61% of the route
Climbs / descents	2 climbs, 2 descents
Profile shape	Up, then down
Difficulty score	11.3 of 100
Route shape	Loop
Type	Route

Grade breakdown

Grade band	Share of route
Flat	14%
Mild uphill	17%
Moderate uphill	10%
Steep uphill	14%
Mild downhill	17%
Moderate downhill	13%
Steep downhill	14%

Questions about Rattlesnake Trail > Spring Gulch

How much elevation gain does Rattlesnake Trail > Spring Gulch have?

Rattlesnake Trail > Spring Gulch has 1,941 ft (592 m) of elevation gain over 10.7 miles (17.2 km). That averages 182 ft of gain per mile.

How difficult is Rattlesnake Trail > Spring Gulch?

The difficulty score for Rattlesnake Trail > Spring Gulch is 11.3 of 100. That is harder than 74.2% 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 Rattlesnake Trail > Spring Gulch?

The longest climb on Rattlesnake Trail > Spring Gulch runs 6.5 miles (10.5 km) and gains 1,362 ft (415 m). The steepest climb grade on the route is 18.2%.