Tarbell Trail (WA)

Clark County, Washington, United States

22.7 miles (36.5 km) · 4,009 ft elevation gain · Loop · trail · Route

Tarbell Trail (WA) is a 22.7 mile loop route located in Clark County, Washington, United States. The route climbs 3,967 feet and descends 3,990 feet. The largest climb extends 5.0 miles, gaining 1,457 feet. The course averages 178 feet of vertical gain per mile. 60% of the route can be run, with walking required on steeper grades. Surface conditions are primarily trail. Terrain difficulty is rated as very hilly. Difficulty is rated 13.7 out of 10, placing it in the 75.6th percentile. This route serves both trail runners training for ultras and hikers exploring Washington.

Route facts

Distance	22.7 mi (36.5 km)
Elevation gain	4,009 ft (1,222 m)
Average gain	177 ft per mile (33 m per km)
Longest climb	10.4 mi, 2,087 ft of gain
Steepest climb grade	15.3%
Runnable	60% of the route
Climbs / descents	3 climbs, 4 descents
Profile shape	Rolling
Difficulty score	11.6 of 100
Surface	trail
Route shape	Loop
Type	Route

Grade breakdown

Grade band	Share of route
Flat	7%
Mild uphill	17%
Moderate uphill	16%
Steep uphill	13%
Mild downhill	21%
Moderate downhill	15%
Steep downhill	11%

Questions about Tarbell Trail (WA)

How much elevation gain does Tarbell Trail (WA) have?

Tarbell Trail (WA) has 4,009 ft (1,222 m) of elevation gain over 22.7 miles (36.5 km). That averages 177 ft of gain per mile.

How difficult is Tarbell Trail (WA)?

The difficulty score for Tarbell Trail (WA) is 11.6 of 100. That is harder than 75% of routes at a similar distance. About 60% of the route is runnable at typical trail effort; the rest is steep enough that most runners hike.

What is the longest climb on Tarbell Trail (WA)?

The longest climb on Tarbell Trail (WA) runs 10.4 miles (16.7 km) and gains 2,087 ft (636 m). The steepest climb grade on the route is 15.3%.