Stirling Range Ridge Walk

Western Australia, Australia

27.3 miles (44.0 km) · 7,497 ft elevation gain · Loop · trail · Route

Stirling Range Ridge Walk is a 27.3-mile loop route in Western Australia, Australia, gaining 7,503 feet of elevation. The route follows a rolling elevation profile. The terrain breaks into 8 distinct sections including 3 significant climbs. The longest climb covers 7.0 miles gaining 3,015 feet at an average 11.0% grade. About 62% of the terrain is runnable, with significant hiking sections. The route both opens and finishes with a climb.

Route facts

Distance	27.3 mi (44.0 km)
Elevation gain	7,497 ft (2,285 m)
Average gain	274 ft per mile (52 m per km)
Longest climb	7.0 mi, 2,849 ft of gain
Steepest climb grade	58.1%
Runnable	62% of the route
Climbs / descents	3 climbs, 4 descents
Profile shape	Rolling
Difficulty score	10.2 of 100
Surface	trail
Route shape	Loop
Type	Route

Grade breakdown

Grade band	Share of route
Flat	18%
Mild uphill	19%
Moderate uphill	4%
Steep uphill	18%
Mild downhill	20%
Moderate downhill	5%
Steep downhill	15%

Questions about Stirling Range Ridge Walk

How much elevation gain does Stirling Range Ridge Walk have?

Stirling Range Ridge Walk has 7,497 ft (2,285 m) of elevation gain over 27.3 miles (44.0 km). That averages 274 ft of gain per mile.

How difficult is Stirling Range Ridge Walk?

The difficulty score for Stirling Range Ridge Walk is 10.2 of 100. That is harder than 70.5% of routes at a similar distance. About 62% of the route is runnable at typical trail effort; the rest is steep enough that most runners hike.

What is the longest climb on Stirling Range Ridge Walk?

The longest climb on Stirling Range Ridge Walk runs 7.0 miles (11.2 km) and gains 2,849 ft (868 m). The steepest climb grade on the route is 58.1%.