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4.0 (2 Ratings)
The spectacular view of the valley and six cliffside switchbacks make this climb worth the effort.
1
mi
Distance
277
ft
Gain
strenuous
Difficulty
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Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
0.98mi
Distance
277ft
Elevation Gain
0ft
Elevation Loss
40%
Max Grade
1,143ft
High Point
866ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
This spectacular climb goes by the huge sycamore tree and climbs up a rocky cliff. Tight switchbacks and skinny singletrack eventually taking you to the start of the Devil's Racetrack Downhill. Stop and enjoy a break and the views from the six switchbacks.

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Contributors
Randy Conner