Rinconada, Little Falls, Big Falls (CA)

San Luis Obispo County, California, United States

13.2 miles (21.3 km) · 2,057 ft elevation gain · Loop · trail · Route

Route facts

Distance	13.2 mi (21.3 km)
Elevation gain	2,057 ft (627 m)
Average gain	156 ft per mile (29 m per km)
Longest climb	5.7 mi, 878 ft of gain
Steepest climb grade	27.3%
Runnable	75% of the route
Climbs / descents	2 climbs, 3 descents
Profile shape	Rolling
Difficulty score	8.4 of 100
Surface	trail
Route shape	Loop
Type	Route

Grade breakdown

Grade band	Share of route
Flat	35%
Mild uphill	20%
Moderate uphill	11%
Steep uphill	9%
Mild downhill	13%
Moderate downhill	7%
Steep downhill	6%

Questions about Rinconada, Little Falls, Big Falls (CA)

How much elevation gain does Rinconada, Little Falls, Big Falls (CA) have?

Rinconada, Little Falls, Big Falls (CA) has 2,057 ft (627 m) of elevation gain over 13.2 miles (21.3 km). That averages 156 ft of gain per mile.

How difficult is Rinconada, Little Falls, Big Falls (CA)?

The difficulty score for Rinconada, Little Falls, Big Falls (CA) is 8.4 of 100. That is harder than 62.8% of routes at a similar distance. About 75% of the route is runnable at typical trail effort; the rest is steep enough that most runners hike.

What is the longest climb on Rinconada, Little Falls, Big Falls (CA)?

The longest climb on Rinconada, Little Falls, Big Falls (CA) runs 5.7 miles (9.1 km) and gains 878 ft (268 m). The steepest climb grade on the route is 27.3%.