Sun Valley 50k

Twisp, Washington, United States

30.9 miles (49.7 km) · 5,419 ft elevation gain · Loop · Race

Route facts

Distance	30.9 mi (49.7 km)
Elevation gain	5,419 ft (1,652 m)
Average gain	176 ft per mile (33 m per km)
Longest climb	7.5 mi, 2,511 ft of gain
Steepest climb grade	21.9%
Runnable	63% of the route
Climbs / descents	3 climbs, 5 descents
Profile shape	Rolling
Difficulty score	12 of 100
Route shape	Loop
Type	Race

Grade breakdown

Grade band	Share of route
Flat	8%
Mild uphill	18%
Moderate uphill	16%
Steep uphill	10%
Mild downhill	22%
Moderate downhill	16%
Steep downhill	10%

Questions about Sun Valley 50k

How much elevation gain does Sun Valley 50k have?

Sun Valley 50k has 5,419 ft (1,652 m) of elevation gain over 30.9 miles (49.7 km). That averages 176 ft of gain per mile.

How difficult is Sun Valley 50k?

The difficulty score for Sun Valley 50k is 12 of 100. That is harder than 76.2% of routes at a similar distance. About 63% of the route is runnable at typical trail effort; the rest is steep enough that most runners hike.

What is the longest climb on Sun Valley 50k?

The longest climb on Sun Valley 50k runs 7.5 miles (12.0 km) and gains 2,511 ft (765 m). The steepest climb grade on the route is 21.9%.