Klickitat Loop
1 days · 26.8 mi · hard · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Klickitat Loop is known for
This 26.8-mile loop explores the mountainous Goat Rocks Wilderness. Its 6,037 feet of elevation gain make it a hard backpacking trip.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 10,066 ft to 16,847 ft over 26.8 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 13.2 mi · 50%
- Downhill 11.8 mi · 45%
- Flat 1.5 mi · 6%
Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.
How hard is the Klickitat Loop?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Klickitat Loop scores 23/100, 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 Klickitat Loop?
The Klickitat Loop climbs roughly 6,037 ft total — about 225 ft per mile, topping out near 5,259 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.