Schunemunk Ridge Loop (NY)

Orange County, New York, United States

11.0 miles (17.6 km) · 2,882 ft elevation gain · Loop · trail · Route

Route facts

Distance	11.0 mi (17.6 km)
Elevation gain	2,882 ft (878 m)
Average gain	263 ft per mile (50 m per km)
Longest climb	2.0 mi, 1,219 ft of gain
Steepest climb grade	26.5%
Runnable	46% of the route
Climbs / descents	2 climbs, 3 descents
Profile shape	Up, then down
Difficulty score	11.5 of 100
Surface	trail
Route shape	Loop
Type	Route

Grade breakdown

Grade band	Share of route
Flat	5%
Mild uphill	21%
Moderate uphill	8%
Steep uphill	24%
Mild downhill	13%
Moderate downhill	7%
Steep downhill	22%

Questions about Schunemunk Ridge Loop (NY)

How much elevation gain does Schunemunk Ridge Loop (NY) have?

Schunemunk Ridge Loop (NY) has 2,882 ft (878 m) of elevation gain over 11.0 miles (17.6 km). That averages 263 ft of gain per mile.

How difficult is Schunemunk Ridge Loop (NY)?

The difficulty score for Schunemunk Ridge Loop (NY) is 11.5 of 100. That is harder than 74.9% of routes at a similar distance. About 46% of the route is runnable at typical trail effort; the rest is steep enough that most runners hike.

What is the longest climb on Schunemunk Ridge Loop (NY)?

The longest climb on Schunemunk Ridge Loop (NY) runs 2.0 miles (3.3 km) and gains 1,219 ft (371 m). The steepest climb grade on the route is 26.5%.