Train Traverse

Squamish-Lillooet Regional District, British Columbia, Canada

11.7 miles (18.9 km) · 5,098 ft elevation gain · Loop · trail · Route

Train Traverse is a 11.7-mile loop route in Squamish-Lillooet Regional District, British Columbia, Canada, gaining 5,096 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 4.3 miles gaining 3,831 feet at an average 16.4% grade. Only 32% of the terrain is runnable — expect substantial hiking throughout. The route opens with a climb and finishes with a descent.

Route facts

Distance	11.7 mi (18.9 km)
Elevation gain	5,098 ft (1,554 m)
Average gain	435 ft per mile (82 m per km)
Longest climb	4.1 mi, 3,705 ft of gain
Steepest climb grade	45%
Runnable	32% of the route
Climbs / descents	1 climbs, 2 descents
Profile shape	Up, then down
Difficulty score	16.8 of 100
Surface	trail
Route shape	Loop
Type	Route

Grade breakdown

Grade band	Share of route
Flat	4%
Mild uphill	8%
Moderate uphill	3%
Steep uphill	32%
Mild downhill	11%
Moderate downhill	9%
Steep downhill	33%

Questions about Train Traverse

How much elevation gain does Train Traverse have?

Train Traverse has 5,098 ft (1,554 m) of elevation gain over 11.7 miles (18.9 km). That averages 435 ft of gain per mile.

How difficult is Train Traverse?

The difficulty score for Train Traverse is 16.8 of 100. That is harder than 86.5% of routes at a similar distance. About 32% of the route is runnable at typical trail effort; the rest is steep enough that most runners hike.

What is the longest climb on Train Traverse?

The longest climb on Train Traverse runs 4.1 miles (6.6 km) and gains 3,705 ft (1,129 m). The steepest climb grade on the route is 45%.