Three Ridges Loop

Nelson County, Virginia, United States

13.9 miles (22.4 km) · 3,998 ft elevation gain · Loop · trail · Route

Three Ridges Loop is a 13.9-mile loop route in Nelson County, Virginia, United States, gaining 4,007 feet of elevation. The route follows a up-and-over elevation profile. The terrain breaks into 5 distinct sections including 3 significant climbs. The longest climb covers 3.3 miles gaining 2,190 feet at an average 13.1% grade. Only 33% of the terrain is runnable — expect substantial hiking throughout. The route opens with a climb and finishes with a descent.

Route facts

Distance	13.9 mi (22.4 km)
Elevation gain	3,998 ft (1,219 m)
Average gain	288 ft per mile (55 m per km)
Longest climb	5.9 mi, 2,987 ft of gain
Steepest climb grade	24.7%
Runnable	33% of the route
Climbs / descents	3 climbs, 2 descents
Profile shape	Up, then down
Difficulty score	15.2 of 100
Surface	trail
Route shape	Loop
Type	Route

Grade breakdown

Grade band	Share of route
Flat	3%
Mild uphill	7%
Moderate uphill	4%
Steep uphill	35%
Mild downhill	13%
Moderate downhill	10%
Steep downhill	27%

Questions about Three Ridges Loop

How much elevation gain does Three Ridges Loop have?

Three Ridges Loop has 3,998 ft (1,219 m) of elevation gain over 13.9 miles (22.4 km). That averages 288 ft of gain per mile.

How difficult is Three Ridges Loop?

The difficulty score for Three Ridges Loop is 15.2 of 100. That is harder than 83.7% of routes at a similar distance. About 33% 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?

The longest climb on Three Ridges Loop runs 5.9 miles (9.4 km) and gains 2,987 ft (910 m). The steepest climb grade on the route is 24.7%.