Through John's Looking Glass

Transylvania County, North Carolina, United States

13.2 miles (21.3 km) · 2,939 ft elevation gain · Loop · trail · Route

Route facts

Distance	13.2 mi (21.3 km)
Elevation gain	2,939 ft (896 m)
Average gain	222 ft per mile (42 m per km)
Longest climb	4.0 mi, 1,625 ft of gain
Steepest climb grade	21.7%
Runnable	49% of the route
Climbs / descents	2 climbs, 3 descents
Profile shape	Rolling
Difficulty score	13 of 100
Surface	trail
Route shape	Loop
Type	Route

Grade breakdown

Grade band	Share of route
Flat	7%
Mild uphill	11%
Moderate uphill	11%
Steep uphill	21%
Mild downhill	19%
Moderate downhill	11%
Steep downhill	18%

Questions about Through John's Looking Glass

How much elevation gain does Through John's Looking Glass have?

Through John's Looking Glass has 2,939 ft (896 m) of elevation gain over 13.2 miles (21.3 km). That averages 222 ft of gain per mile.

How difficult is Through John's Looking Glass?

The difficulty score for Through John's Looking Glass is 13 of 100. That is harder than 78.9% of routes at a similar distance. About 49% of the route is runnable at typical trail effort; the rest is steep enough that most runners hike.

What is the longest climb on Through John's Looking Glass?

The longest climb on Through John's Looking Glass runs 4.0 miles (6.4 km) and gains 1,625 ft (495 m). The steepest climb grade on the route is 21.7%.