Squam Range (NH)

Grafton County, New Hampshire, United States

22.8 miles (36.8 km) · 6,319 ft elevation gain · Loop · trail · Route

Squam Range (NH) is a 22.8-mile loop route in Grafton County, New Hampshire, United States, gaining 6,384 feet of elevation. The route follows a rolling elevation profile. The terrain breaks into 7 distinct sections including 3 significant climbs. The longest climb covers 5.0 miles gaining 2,323 feet at an average 16.5% grade. About 45% of the terrain is runnable, with significant hiking sections. The route opens with a climb and finishes with a descent.

Route facts

Distance	22.8 mi (36.8 km)
Elevation gain	6,319 ft (1,926 m)
Average gain	277 ft per mile (52 m per km)
Longest climb	4.1 mi, 1,052 ft of gain
Steepest climb grade	37.3%
Runnable	47% of the route
Climbs / descents	2 climbs, 4 descents
Profile shape	Rolling
Difficulty score	12.2 of 100
Surface	trail
Route shape	Loop
Type	Route

Grade breakdown

Grade band	Share of route
Flat	6%
Mild uphill	13%
Moderate uphill	10%
Steep uphill	23%
Mild downhill	17%
Moderate downhill	10%
Steep downhill	21%

Questions about Squam Range (NH)

How much elevation gain does Squam Range (NH) have?

Squam Range (NH) has 6,319 ft (1,926 m) of elevation gain over 22.8 miles (36.8 km). That averages 277 ft of gain per mile.

How difficult is Squam Range (NH)?

The difficulty score for Squam Range (NH) is 12.2 of 100. That is harder than 77% 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 Squam Range (NH)?

The longest climb on Squam Range (NH) runs 4.1 miles (6.6 km) and gains 1,052 ft (321 m). The steepest climb grade on the route is 37.3%.