Seven Lakes Loop (ID)

Idaho County, Idaho, United States

23.1 miles (37.2 km) · 5,910 ft elevation gain · Loop · trail · Route

Seven Lakes Loop (ID) is a 23.1-mile loop route in Idaho County, Idaho, United States, gaining 5,910 feet of elevation. The route follows a up-and-over elevation profile. The terrain breaks into 6 distinct sections including 3 significant climbs. The longest climb covers 9.4 miles gaining 4,636 feet at an average 8.6% grade. About 46% of the terrain is runnable, with significant hiking sections. The route opens with a climb and finishes with a descent.

Route facts

Distance	23.1 mi (37.2 km)
Elevation gain	5,910 ft (1,801 m)
Average gain	256 ft per mile (48 m per km)
Longest climb	9.4 mi, 4,283 ft of gain
Steepest climb grade	27.9%
Runnable	47% of the route
Climbs / descents	3 climbs, 3 descents
Profile shape	Up, then down
Difficulty score	15 of 100
Surface	trail
Route shape	Loop
Type	Route

Grade breakdown

Grade band	Share of route
Flat	3%
Mild uphill	16%
Moderate uphill	9%
Steep uphill	24%
Mild downhill	15%
Moderate downhill	12%
Steep downhill	20%

Questions about Seven Lakes Loop (ID)

How much elevation gain does Seven Lakes Loop (ID) have?

Seven Lakes Loop (ID) has 5,910 ft (1,801 m) of elevation gain over 23.1 miles (37.2 km). That averages 256 ft of gain per mile.

How difficult is Seven Lakes Loop (ID)?

The difficulty score for Seven Lakes Loop (ID) is 15 of 100. That is harder than 83.3% of routes at a similar distance. About 47% of the route is runnable at typical trail effort; the rest is steep enough that most runners hike.

What is the longest climb on Seven Lakes Loop (ID)?

The longest climb on Seven Lakes Loop (ID) runs 9.4 miles (15.1 km) and gains 4,283 ft (1,305 m). The steepest climb grade on the route is 27.9%.