Jim Weaver Loop at Waldo Lake
1 days · 19.6 mi · easy · Loop
Quick facts
What the Jim Weaver Loop at Waldo Lake is known for
This 19.6-mile loop around Waldo Lake in Willamette National Forest gains about 1,394 feet. It is rated easy, with modest cumulative climbing spread across a long route.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 17,792 ft to 18,816 ft over 19.6 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 8.5 mi · 44%
- Downhill 6.9 mi · 35%
- Flat 4.1 mi · 21%
Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.
How hard is the Jim Weaver Loop at Waldo Lake?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Jim Weaver Loop at Waldo Lake scores 9/100, a relative rating across the 1,243 trails we've mapped, blending distance, elevation gain, and steepness. It is a comparison within our set, not an official rating.
Frequently asked questions
How much elevation gain is on the Jim Weaver Loop at Waldo Lake?
The Jim Weaver Loop at Waldo Lake climbs roughly 1,394 ft total — about 71 ft per mile, topping out near 5,751 ft.
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Sources & attribution
Route geometry from the USDA Forest Service National Forest System Trails dataset (EDW), a work of the US federal government in the public domain. Stats are approximate and may differ from official surveys; permit rules and conditions change — verify with the managing authority before your trip. Last reviewed July 2026.