South Lakes Peaks Traverse

Inyo County, California, United States

11.1 miles (17.9 km) · 4,661 ft elevation gain · Loop · trail · Route

Route facts

Distance	11.1 mi (17.9 km)
Elevation gain	4,661 ft (1,421 m)
Average gain	419 ft per mile (79 m per km)
Longest climb	3.4 mi, 2,244 ft of gain
Steepest climb grade	56.8%
Runnable	32% of the route
Climbs / descents	2 climbs, 2 descents
Profile shape	Up, then down
Difficulty score	20.3 of 100
Surface	trail
Route shape	Loop
Type	Route

Grade breakdown

Grade band	Share of route
Flat	3%
Mild uphill	12%
Moderate uphill	9%
Steep uphill	28%
Mild downhill	7%
Moderate downhill	9%
Steep downhill	31%

Questions about South Lakes Peaks Traverse

How much elevation gain does South Lakes Peaks Traverse have?

South Lakes Peaks Traverse has 4,661 ft (1,421 m) of elevation gain over 11.1 miles (17.9 km). That averages 419 ft of gain per mile.

How difficult is South Lakes Peaks Traverse?

The difficulty score for South Lakes Peaks Traverse is 20.3 of 100. That is harder than 91.1% of routes at a similar distance. About 32% of the route is runnable at typical trail effort; the rest is steep enough that most runners hike.

What is the longest climb on South Lakes Peaks Traverse?

The longest climb on South Lakes Peaks Traverse runs 3.4 miles (5.5 km) and gains 2,244 ft (684 m). The steepest climb grade on the route is 56.8%.