The Octagon Way

West Sussex, England, United Kingdom

15.2 miles (24.4 km) · 3,379 ft elevation gain · Loop · trail · Route

The Octagon Way is a 15.2-mile loop route in West Sussex, England, United Kingdom, gaining 3,379 feet of elevation. The route follows a up-and-over elevation profile. The terrain breaks into 5 distinct sections including 1 significant climb. The longest climb covers 2.9 miles gaining 820 feet at an average 2.7% grade. About 58% of the terrain is runnable, with significant hiking sections. The route both opens and finishes with mixed terrain.

Route facts

Distance	15.2 mi (24.4 km)
Elevation gain	3,379 ft (1,030 m)
Average gain	222 ft per mile (42 m per km)
Longest climb	2.9 mi, 407 ft of gain
Steepest climb grade	43.1%
Runnable	58% of the route
Climbs / descents	1 climbs, 0 descents
Profile shape	Up, then down
Difficulty score	9.5 of 100
Surface	trail
Route shape	Loop
Type	Route

Grade breakdown

Grade band	Share of route
Flat	23%
Mild uphill	13%
Moderate uphill	11%
Steep uphill	15%
Mild downhill	11%
Moderate downhill	11%
Steep downhill	16%

Questions about The Octagon Way

How much elevation gain does The Octagon Way have?

The Octagon Way has 3,379 ft (1,030 m) of elevation gain over 15.2 miles (24.4 km). That averages 222 ft of gain per mile.

How difficult is The Octagon Way?

The difficulty score for The Octagon Way is 9.5 of 100. That is harder than 67.5% of routes at a similar distance. About 58% of the route is runnable at typical trail effort; the rest is steep enough that most runners hike.

What is the longest climb on The Octagon Way?

The longest climb on The Octagon Way runs 2.9 miles (4.6 km) and gains 407 ft (124 m). The steepest climb grade on the route is 43.1%.