South Mountain Loop via Bursera Trailhead (AZ)

Maricopa County, Arizona, United States

10.5 miles (16.9 km) · 2,218 ft elevation gain · Loop · trail · Route

Route facts

Distance	10.5 mi (16.9 km)
Elevation gain	2,218 ft (676 m)
Average gain	212 ft per mile (40 m per km)
Longest climb	2.6 mi, 1,106 ft of gain
Steepest climb grade	27.7%
Runnable	54% of the route
Climbs / descents	2 climbs, 2 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	16%
Moderate uphill	14%
Steep uphill	16%
Mild downhill	20%
Moderate downhill	12%
Steep downhill	16%

Questions about South Mountain Loop via Bursera Trailhead (AZ)

How much elevation gain does South Mountain Loop via Bursera Trailhead (AZ) have?

South Mountain Loop via Bursera Trailhead (AZ) has 2,218 ft (676 m) of elevation gain over 10.5 miles (16.9 km). That averages 212 ft of gain per mile.

How difficult is South Mountain Loop via Bursera Trailhead (AZ)?

The difficulty score for South Mountain Loop via Bursera Trailhead (AZ) is 11.5 of 100. That is harder than 74.6% of routes at a similar distance. About 54% 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 Mountain Loop via Bursera Trailhead (AZ)?

The longest climb on South Mountain Loop via Bursera Trailhead (AZ) runs 2.6 miles (4.1 km) and gains 1,106 ft (337 m). The steepest climb grade on the route is 27.7%.