Three Ridges Loop Trail

VA, USA

13.4 miles (21.6 km) · 3,537 ft elevation gain · Loop · trail · Route

Route facts

Distance	13.4 mi (21.6 km)
Elevation gain	3,537 ft (1,078 m)
Average gain	264 ft per mile (50 m per km)
Longest climb	2.7 mi, 1,169 ft of gain
Steepest climb grade	32.2%
Runnable	38% of the route
Climbs / descents	2 climbs, 2 descents
Profile shape	Rolling
Difficulty score	15 of 100
Surface	trail
Route shape	Loop
Type	Route

Grade breakdown

Grade band	Share of route
Flat	13%
Mild uphill	9%
Moderate uphill	12%
Steep uphill	24%
Mild downhill	5%
Moderate downhill	11%
Steep downhill	26%

Questions about Three Ridges Loop Trail

How much elevation gain does Three Ridges Loop Trail have?

Three Ridges Loop Trail has 3,537 ft (1,078 m) of elevation gain over 13.4 miles (21.6 km). That averages 264 ft of gain per mile.

How difficult is Three Ridges Loop Trail?

The difficulty score for Three Ridges Loop Trail is 15 of 100. That is harder than 83.4% of routes at a similar distance. About 38% of the route is runnable at typical trail effort; the rest is steep enough that most runners hike.

What is the longest climb on Three Ridges Loop Trail?

The longest climb on Three Ridges Loop Trail runs 2.7 miles (4.3 km) and gains 1,169 ft (356 m). The steepest climb grade on the route is 32.2%.