West Cuesta Mistbuster Loop (CA)

San Luis Obispo County, California, United States

15.3 miles (24.7 km) · 2,863 ft elevation gain · Loop · trail · Route

Route facts

Distance	15.3 mi (24.7 km)
Elevation gain	2,863 ft (873 m)
Average gain	187 ft per mile (35 m per km)
Longest climb	4.0 mi, 407 ft of gain
Steepest climb grade	22%
Runnable	59% of the route
Climbs / descents	2 climbs, 2 descents
Profile shape	Rolling
Difficulty score	10 of 100
Surface	trail
Route shape	Loop
Type	Route

Grade breakdown

Grade band	Share of route
Flat	13%
Mild uphill	29%
Moderate uphill	15%
Steep uphill	10%
Mild downhill	5%
Moderate downhill	12%
Steep downhill	15%

Questions about West Cuesta Mistbuster Loop (CA)

How much elevation gain does West Cuesta Mistbuster Loop (CA) have?

West Cuesta Mistbuster Loop (CA) has 2,863 ft (873 m) of elevation gain over 15.3 miles (24.7 km). That averages 187 ft of gain per mile.

How difficult is West Cuesta Mistbuster Loop (CA)?

The difficulty score for West Cuesta Mistbuster Loop (CA) is 10 of 100. That is harder than 69.6% of routes at a similar distance. About 59% of the route is runnable at typical trail effort; the rest is steep enough that most runners hike.

What is the longest climb on West Cuesta Mistbuster Loop (CA)?

The longest climb on West Cuesta Mistbuster Loop (CA) runs 4.0 miles (6.5 km) and gains 407 ft (124 m). The steepest climb grade on the route is 22%.