Stafford Creek Trail

Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest, Washington, United States

9.3 miles (15.0 km) · 2,956 ft elevation gain · Loop · trail · Route

Stafford Creek Trail is a 9.3-mile loop route in Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest, Washington, United States, gaining 2,956 feet of elevation. The route follows a up-and-over elevation profile. The terrain breaks into 3 distinct sections including 2 significant climbs. The longest climb covers 4.7 miles gaining 2,413 feet at an average 13.3% grade. Only 12% of the terrain is runnable — expect substantial hiking throughout. The route opens with a climb and finishes with a descent.

Route facts

Distance	9.3 mi (15.0 km)
Elevation gain	2,956 ft (901 m)
Average gain	317 ft per mile (60 m per km)
Longest climb	5.4 mi, 2,930 ft of gain
Steepest climb grade	22.4%
Runnable	12% of the route
Climbs / descents	2 climbs, 1 descents
Profile shape	Up, then down
Difficulty score	19.8 of 100
Surface	trail
Route shape	Loop
Type	Route

Grade breakdown

Grade band	Share of route
Flat	6%
Mild uphill	5%
Moderate uphill	17%
Steep uphill	30%
Moderate downhill	1%
Steep downhill	41%

Questions about Stafford Creek Trail

How much elevation gain does Stafford Creek Trail have?

Stafford Creek Trail has 2,956 ft (901 m) of elevation gain over 9.3 miles (15.0 km). That averages 317 ft of gain per mile.

How difficult is Stafford Creek Trail?

The difficulty score for Stafford Creek Trail is 19.8 of 100. That is harder than 90.6% of routes at a similar distance. About 12% of the route is runnable at typical trail effort; the rest is steep enough that most runners hike.

What is the longest climb on Stafford Creek Trail?

The longest climb on Stafford Creek Trail runs 5.4 miles (8.8 km) and gains 2,930 ft (893 m). The steepest climb grade on the route is 22.4%.