19.5 miles
Distance
1,720 ft
Climb
-1,719 ft
Descent
1,159 ft
High Point
-1 ft
Altitude change
503 ft
Altitude min
539 ft
Altitude start
538 ft
Altitude end
-37.8%
Grade max
37.4%
Grade min
8 miles
Distance climb
7 miles
Distance down
4 miles
Distance flat

The classic cross country loop at Oak Mountain

Detailed Description
Oak Mountain Full Red Loop is a 19 mile popular intermediate route located near Pelham Alabama. This mountain bike only route. This route includes 17 trails. This route climbs 1,720 ft with a max elevation of 1,159 ft then descends -1,719 ft.

Trail Issues on Route

  • Significant Issue / Amber: 1 trail (newest: May 1, 2026)
  • Minor Issue / Yellow: 2 trails (newest: May 31, 2026)
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Stats

  • Distance
    19 miles
  • Avg time
    2 hr 29 min
  • Altitude change
    -1 ft
  • Altitude min
    503 ft
  • Altitude start
    539 ft
  • Altitude end
    538 ft
  • Climb
    1,720 ft
  • Descent
    -1,719 ft
  • Grade max
    -37.8%
  • Grade min
    37.4%
  • Distance climb
    8 miles
  • Distance down
    7 miles
  • Distance flat
    4 miles

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    Oct 5, 2020
    Tried to pre-load over a rock and back wheel clipped. Sent rear end sideways and slammed me into the ground.
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    Xc race at oak Mtn. Alabama

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