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8.3 miles
Distance
632 ft
Climb
-5,877 ft
Descent
2 miles
High Point
-5,246 ft
Altitude change
3,337 ft
Altitude min
8,583 ft
Altitude start
3,337 ft
Altitude end
-12%
Grade
-95.6%
Grade max
79.9%
Grade min
1 mile
Distance climb
6 miles
Distance down
2,546 ft
Distance flat
This is a "must do trail" in the Sierra Gorda Queretana.
Long 1.5 track that takes you from the mirador of 4 palos to Bucarelli.
Beautiful views, very tall gorges and tight switchbacks.
While the route itself isn't tecnically "very difficult" half of it passes around very tall and dangeroues gorges.
This is not a place where you would like to miss a turn.
*You must ensure you have powerful brakes in excellent working order if you plan to ride this route.
** A dual suspension MTB with at least 140mm of travel is recommended.
Detailed Description
4 palos is a 8 mile moderately popular expert route located near PINAL DE AMOLES. This mountain bike only route can be used one direction and has a hard overall physical rating. This route climbs 632 ft with a max elevation of 8,586 ft then descends -5,877 ft.
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Stats
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Distance8 miles
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Avg time1 hr 42 min
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Altitude change-5,246 ft
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Altitude min3,337 ft
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Altitude start8,583 ft
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Altitude end3,337 ft
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Climb632 ft
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Descent-5,877 ft
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Grade-12%
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Grade max-95.6%
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Grade min79.9%
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Distance climb1 mile
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Distance down6 miles
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Distance flat2,546 ft
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Difficulty ratingBlack Diamond
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Bike typeAM
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DirectionOne Direction
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Physical ratingHard
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