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16.7 miles
Distance
3,345 ft
Climb
-3,342 ft
Descent
3,420 ft
High Point
3 ft
Altitude change
982 ft
Altitude min
982 ft
Altitude start
984 ft
Altitude end
-57.7%
Grade max
45.8%
Grade min
8 miles
Distance climb
7 miles
Distance down
2 miles
Distance flat
A Classic tour of post canyon
Detailed Description
hood river big loop is a 17 mile moderately popular intermediate route located near Hood River Oregon. This mountain bike only route can be used one direction and has a hard overall physical rating. This route includes 13 trails. This route climbs 3,345 ft with a max elevation of 3,420 ft then descends -3,342 ft.
Trail Issues on Route
- Closed: 1 trail (newest: Apr 1, 2026)
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Distance17 miles
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Altitude min982 ft
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Altitude start982 ft
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Altitude end984 ft
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Climb3,345 ft
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Descent-3,342 ft
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Grade max-57.7%
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Grade min45.8%
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Distance climb8 miles
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Distance down7 miles
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Distance flat2 miles
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Trails in Route
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| 2,231 ft |
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Primary ActivityMountain Bike
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Difficulty ratingBlue
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Route TypeLoop
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DirectionOne Direction
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Physical ratingHard
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Bad Motor Scooter - Post Canyon - Hood River, OR
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Upper Grand Prix - Post Canyon - Hood River, OR
trail: Upper Grand Prix
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