Whiteoak Canyon to Cedar Run Loop

VA, USA

9.0 miles (14.5 km) · 2,236 ft elevation gain · Loop · trail · Route

Whiteoak Canyon to Cedar Run Loop is a 9.0-mile loop route in VA, USA, gaining 2,236 feet of elevation. The route follows a up-and-over elevation profile. The terrain breaks into 3 distinct sections including 1 significant climb. The longest climb covers 4.7 miles gaining 2,254 feet at an average 8.8% grade. Only 31% of the terrain is runnable — expect substantial hiking throughout. The route opens with a climb and finishes with flat terrain.

Route facts

Distance	9.0 mi (14.5 km)
Elevation gain	2,236 ft (682 m)
Average gain	248 ft per mile (47 m per km)
Longest climb	4.7 mi, 2,195 ft of gain
Steepest climb grade	25.3%
Runnable	31% of the route
Climbs / descents	1 climbs, 1 descents
Profile shape	Up, then down
Difficulty score	16.3 of 100
Surface	trail
Route shape	Loop
Type	Route

Grade breakdown

Grade band	Share of route
Flat	11%
Mild uphill	8%
Moderate uphill	17%
Steep uphill	25%
Mild downhill	5%
Moderate downhill	7%
Steep downhill	27%

Questions about Whiteoak Canyon to Cedar Run Loop

How much elevation gain does Whiteoak Canyon to Cedar Run Loop have?

Whiteoak Canyon to Cedar Run Loop has 2,236 ft (682 m) of elevation gain over 9.0 miles (14.5 km). That averages 248 ft of gain per mile.

How difficult is Whiteoak Canyon to Cedar Run Loop?

The difficulty score for Whiteoak Canyon to Cedar Run Loop is 16.3 of 100. That is harder than 85.7% of routes at a similar distance. About 31% of the route is runnable at typical trail effort; the rest is steep enough that most runners hike.

What is the longest climb on Whiteoak Canyon to Cedar Run Loop?

The longest climb on Whiteoak Canyon to Cedar Run Loop runs 4.7 miles (7.6 km) and gains 2,195 ft (669 m). The steepest climb grade on the route is 25.3%.