Redwoods 'Big Tree' loop

Humboldt County, California, United States

11.0 miles (17.7 km) · 2,160 ft elevation gain · Loop · Route

Route facts

Distance	11.0 mi (17.7 km)
Elevation gain	2,160 ft (658 m)
Average gain	196 ft per mile (37 m per km)
Longest climb	5.4 mi, 1,322 ft of gain
Steepest climb grade	26.1%
Runnable	60% of the route
Climbs / descents	2 climbs, 1 descents
Profile shape	Up, then down
Difficulty score	9.4 of 100
Route shape	Loop
Type	Route

Grade breakdown

Grade band	Share of route
Flat	13%
Mild uphill	18%
Moderate uphill	11%
Steep uphill	15%
Mild downhill	15%
Moderate downhill	13%
Steep downhill	15%

Questions about Redwoods 'Big Tree' loop

How much elevation gain does Redwoods 'Big Tree' loop have?

Redwoods 'Big Tree' loop has 2,160 ft (658 m) of elevation gain over 11.0 miles (17.7 km). That averages 196 ft of gain per mile.

How difficult is Redwoods 'Big Tree' loop?

The difficulty score for Redwoods 'Big Tree' loop is 9.4 of 100. That is harder than 67.2% of routes at a similar distance. About 60% of the route is runnable at typical trail effort; the rest is steep enough that most runners hike.

What is the longest climb on Redwoods 'Big Tree' loop?

The longest climb on Redwoods 'Big Tree' loop runs 5.4 miles (8.8 km) and gains 1,322 ft (403 m). The steepest climb grade on the route is 26.1%.